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Pressure Ulcer Care & Bed Sore Treatment at Home

Expert Pressure Sore Management—Right Where You Live

Pressure ulcers—also known as bed sores, pressure sores, or decubitus ulcers—can develop quickly and cause serious, painful, and sometimes life-threatening complications. Elite Home Wound Care specializes in home-based pressure ulcer treatment, helping patients recover safely and comfortably across Florida’s southeast region.

Why Pressure Ulcer Prevention & Treatment Matters

Who is at risk

Elderly adults, people with limited mobility or chronic illness, those using wheelchairs or hospital beds.

What can happen

Untreated pressure ulcers lead to infection, sepsis, hospitalizations, and in severe cases, loss of function or independence.

Why at-home care?

Clinical research shows regular at-home nurse visits greatly improve wound healing, comfort, and emotional well-being [source: PMC, American College of Surgeons.

Our Pressure Ulcer & Bed Sore Care Services

Comprehensive Wound Evaluation

Staging (I–IV), risk assessment, and monitoring healing trajectory.

Advanced Wound Care & Dressings

Moist dressings, foam pads, hydrocolloids, negative pressure therapy, and debridement.

Pressure Relief & Positioning Support

Guidance on cushions, mattresses, movement plans, and offloading techniques.

Infection Monitoring

Early detection, prevention strategies, and coordination of medications.

Family & Caregiver Education

Training on repositioning, daily care, warning signs, and long-term support.

Nutrition & Hydration Assessment

Education on diet and hydration to support better wound healing outcomes.

Telehealth Updates

Ongoing monitoring and coordinated communication with your providers and family.

Who We Serve & Service Area

Home wound nursing for:

Seniors in beds, chairs, or with limited mobility

Long-term care residents transitioning home or living with chronic wounds

Post-hospitalization, rehab, hospice, or home health patients

Injured or disabled adults and caregivers

Key Benefits

How Our Care Works

Step 2

In-home RN/LPN assessment and care plan development

Step 3

Ongoing home visits for wound care, education, and progress tracking.

Patient Experiences

Common questions

Pressure Ulcer Care FAQ

Our team is available around the clock to answer any questions or concerns, and we ensure seamless communication with your primary care physician.

An area of injury or breakdown in skin and tissue caused by prolonged pressure—often in people with limited movement.

Regular turning, special pads, keeping skin clean and dry, and good nutrition are keys to prevention.

Many Stage I/II ulcers—yes. Advanced wounds may need daily, skilled management and sometimes hospital support.

Moist dressings, foam/gauze/film, offloading, advanced therapies, infection control, nutrition and education support.

Most health insurances, including Medicare and Medicaid, will cover skilled wound care at home. We assist with verification and billing.

Pressure Ulcer Resources

American College of Surgeons: Pressure Ulcer Home Skills Guide (PDF)

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Mount Sinai: How to Care for Pressure Sores

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NIH: Turning & Positioning for Pressure Ulcer Prevention

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