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Sore sensation

Hi everyone
I need to pick your brains!
I am a full time wheelchair user and for the past week I have felt as if I have sores at the top of the back of my legs and onto bum.
I am a full time wheelchair user and for the past week I have felt as if I have sores at the top of the back of my legs and onto bum.
My wife has checked me over and nothing but it feels so sore!
Is it possible that this could be pressure damage under the skin or would that show as red or inflamed?
If not could it be further nerve damage spreading?
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Fair enough, it is more annoying than anything else as it is making being sat in the chair uncomfortable.
I take amitriptyline for nerve pain. Check your meds.
There are a few ways this problem could be tackled.
How long have you had your chair support cushions? I recently had mine changed after 3 years and the difference is amazing for bum pain and back pain.
how long have you had your chair? Could it be that it needs changing to suit you better.
Do you have a progressive condition which is worsening?
Actually I hadn't thought about my cushion!
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