Bed sores are ulcers, lesions or swelling on the skin, caused due to prolonged pressure on any body part, especially the bony areas. Common with people who are handicapped and are confined to the same position, bed sores can get very painful and discomforting. If not tended to at the earliest they can even become life threatening, affecting blood circulation to the affected part. However, they can be treated with the help of some effective home remedies.