What You Need to Know About Pressure Relief Mattresses 🛏️
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One of the most common questions from our customers is why a pressure relief mattress should be used for someone who remains in bed. To help clear up any doubts you may have when choosing your pressure relief mattress, we have created this comprehensive guide covering everything you need to know: What is a pressure relief mattress?, Benefits of pressure relief mattresses, Types of therapeutic mattresses, Why pressure relief mattresses are preventive, and finally How to choose the right pressure relief mattress, so you can select the model that best suits your needs for protection, comfort, and safety.
What Is a Pressure Relief Mattress?
A mattress is generally a padded and flexible surface placed on a bed. In the specific case of pressure relief mattresses, they are made from adaptive materials that do not exert pressure on the body, helping to prevent the development of pressure ulcers. They are specially designed for people who, due to health or physical conditions, must remain in bed for long periods and therefore face a higher risk of pressure ulcer formation.
These types of medical mattresses are often combined with adjustable beds, which further improve mobility and make daily care tasks easier for carers.
When and Why Should You Use a Pressure Ulcer Prevention Mattress?
If a family member must remain in bed for extended periods due to health reasons, providing the highest possible level of comfort during recovery becomes essential. In these cases, a pressure relief mattress becomes an indispensable ally, as it evenly distributes body weight, relieving pressure and helping prevent pressure ulcers caused by reduced mobility. It also supports circulation and helps reduce swelling in the legs and feet.
Benefits of Using Therapeutic Mattresses:
- Preventive and Rehabilitative: Help prevent and treat pressure ulcers by reducing pressure on weight-bearing areas.
- Postural Support: Maintain correct body alignment and promote healthy blood circulation.
- Wellbeing: Provide greater comfort and safety, significantly improving the user’s quality of life.
- Carer Support: Make hygiene, feeding, and daily care tasks easier for carers.
- Adaptable: Anatomical designs adapt to any type of bed, regardless of size.
- Soft Touch: High-quality materials are gentle on the skin and durable, offering medium to low firmness depending on the model.
Types of Therapeutic Pressure Relief Mattresses
Pressure Relief Mattress with ECO PLUS Compressor
Confort Care Anti-Pressure Sore Air Mattress with Compressor
Pressure‐Relieving Mattress with Compressor
Pressure Relief Mattress with Compressor: Also known as alternating air mattresses, these models are made from durable, flexible PVC and consist of air cells that inflate and deflate using an electric compressor to redistribute pressure.
Alternating air mattresses are the most effective option for prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers and are recommended for people at high risk or those who remain bedridden for long periods.
30° Postural Viscoelastic Positioning Wedge
Positioning Wedge: Commonly used as anatomically shaped cushions made from viscoelastic foam, designed to support posture changes and place the user in a semi-lateral position. They allow the body to rest at an incline of up to 30°, helping to reduce pressure on tissues by increasing the contact surface.
How to Prevent Pressure Ulcers
Pressure relief mattresses are ideal for users who remain in bed for long periods, but their effectiveness increases when combined with the following recommendations:
- Hygiene: Maintain good daily hygiene.
- Hydration and Nutrition: Essential for skin health and ulcer prevention.
- Clothing: Use soft, skin-friendly garments.
- Repositioning: Change position every two to three hours.
- Massage: Performed by healthcare professionals using specialised creams.
- Additional Aids: Adjustable beds, pressure relief cushions, heel protectors, and complementary supports.
At OrtoPrime, we advise and support you in selecting the most suitable solution. We are a Spanish company with extensive experience in orthopaedic products and assistive aids for elderly users, people with disabilities, and individuals with special care needs.
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