Pressure Sore Diagnosis
Pressure Sores, also known as Bed Sores and Pressure UlcersPressure Sore Diagnosis
- Overall health
- Mobility level (precisely how often and how far they move, how easily they can move)
- Symptoms that point to a possible infection
- Posture – is there anything that could affect the patient’s posture?
- Mental health
- Any history of pressure sores
- Blood circulation
- Urinary and/or faecal continence
- Nutrition
More information
If you would like to find out more about pressure sores, then please read our guidance on:
Claiming For Pressure Sores
No Obligation Help
If you are unsure if you have a claim for your or your loved one’s pressure sores, then call our team for free, no obligation advice on making a claim. They will ask you some simple questions about the level of care you or your loved one received and will be able to tell you if you have a claim or not. Call 24/7 0800 122 3130.



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