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How to Cure Bed
Sores Fast at Home
Aloe Vera For Bed Sores
Apply Aloe Vera
Aloe vera can be used to control infection in bed sores.
Due to its healing and soothing properties, it can also promote healing.
Plus, it keeps the affected skin moisturized, which ensures quick recovery.
Cut open an aloe vera leaf and extract the gel.
Apply this gel on the affected area and rub gently for a few minutes.
Allow it to dry on its own, then wipe it off with a clean damp cloth.
Repeat 3 times a day.You can use aloe vera gel powder, cream
or ointment to help promote healing.
Turmeric accelerates the healing process of bed sores.
It also has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and antioxidant
properties that help your body deal with the
symptoms and fight infection.
Turmeric
Clean the affected area with sterile water or a saline solution.
Sprinkle enough turmeric powder to cover the wound.
Cover the area with a clean bandage.
Repeat 3 times daily for quick healing.
You can also drink warm
turmeric milk 2 times daily.
• Honey has natural antiseptic properties and
can also soothe the skin where there are
mild bed sores.
• It can provide relief from pain, reduce itching
and promote healing.
• Honey can also reduce the risk of infection.
Honey
• Prepare a thick mixture with equal amounts of honey and sugar.
Apply this mixture to the affected body area and cover it with a
clean bandage.
• Follow this treatment once daily.
• You can also spread honey over a large banana leaf.
• Lie down on this banana leaf for a few hours. Repeat daily.
Coconut Oil
Being rich in medium-chain fatty acids, coconut oil will keep your skin healthy and protect it from
damage caused by constant pressure. Plus, massaging it onto your body will improve
blood circulation.
Smear some warm coconut oil
all over your legs, limbs and
back.
Gently massage until the oil
penetrates deep into the skin.
Apply 3 or 4 times daily to heal
the sores and prevent new
sores from appearing.
Note: While massaging, do
not apply pressure on the
sores. If you do not have
coconut oil then you can
use olive, mustard oil, or
any other massage oil.
Consume Vitamin C To
Reduce Bed Sores
Take 1 teaspoon of Indian gooseberry powder, also
known as amla powder, with warm water every morning
on an empty stomach.
Alternatively, take vitamin C in
supplement form after consulting a
doctor.
Also, include vitamin C-rich foods in your diet like
oranges, lemons, grapefruit, bell peppers and so on.
Petroleum Jelly Reduce Bed
Sores
Another herbal treatment
for bed sores popular in
alternative medicine is
comfrey. Both the root and
leaves of comfrey are rich
in medicinal properties
that can help in
regeneration of the tissues
Comfrey
It can also reduce pain and
inflammation.
Mix equal amounts of
powdered comfrey leaves
and slippery elm.
Add a little water to make
a paste.
Apply it on the sores and
cover it with a bandage.
Leave it on overnight.
The next morning, clean
the wound with saline
water.
Repeat daily.
In alternative medicine, the
herb goldenseal is often
recommended for treating
bed sores. It provides a
soothing effect on the sores
and also helps reduce pain
and inflammation.
Golden Seal
In Plus, its antiseptic
properties help prevent
infection.
Prepare a cup of herbal tea
by steeping 1 teaspoon of
goldenseal powder in 1 cup
of hot water. Strain and
allow it to cool.
Use the tea to clean the
wound 2 times daily. This
will help dry up the bed
sores quickly.
Alternatively, prepare a
mixture with 1 teaspoon
goldenseal powder and the
oil of a few vitamin E
capsules. Apply it to the
affected area 3 times a day.
Food That Contains Zinc
Content Reduce Bed sores
Zinc is an important mineral that supports the
immune system and promotes wound healing by
repairing damaged skin tissues.
It is also essential for regular cell growth and
regeneration. Plus, infections and deteriorations of
bed sores can be prevented by taking an adequate
amount of zinc.
Take zinc in supplement form to help the sores heal.
Be sure to consult a doctor first.
You can also apply a zinc ointment on the sores, after
consulting a doctor.
Also, include zinc-based foods like oysters, wheat
germ, spinach, pumpkin, nuts and mushrooms in your
diet.
Ask someone to inspect your skin daily,
especially around bony areas like the
spine, lower back, hips, elbows and knees.
Keep skin clean and free of sweat,
wound drainage, urine and feces.
Limit exposure to dry, cold weather
because dry skin is more easily damaged.
Even if you are confined to a bed or a wheelchair, try to
include some exercises in your daily routine.
Consult an expert to learn exercises that you can do as
per your capabilities.
Avoid tight clothing, clothing with
heavy seams and nylon underwear.
Avoid smoking and tobacco-based products.
These products can dry out the skin and
reduce blood supply to the skin.
Use some sort of cushioning on the
bony area to promote healing.
Sleep on a soft mattress or an air mattress.
To reduce pressure on the affected areas, use pillows,
soft cushions, sheepskin or blankets.
If you are using a wheelchair, use a seat cushion
that fits your body well.
Always keep the skin dry because moisture
can worsen the skin condition.
Eat foods that are high in protein to help
build muscle and strengthen the body.
It is also extremely important to drink an
adequate amount of water to
keep the skin hydrated.