LITTLE ROCK, Ark., June 26 -- The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences issued the following news release:
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June 26, 2026 | They are a major health concern, one that can have a significant impact on an individual and their quality of life. Pressure sores, also known as bed sores or pressure ulcers, are areas of damaged skin caused by staying in one position for too long. They commonly form where a person's bones are close to their skin, such as the ankles, back, elbows, heels and hips. Those are places with little padding from fat. A person is at risk of pressure sores if they are bedridden, use a wheelchair, or are unable to change their position. Even some people with short-t...