HOW IT WORKS

Assembled with a row of lateral air cells that constantly alternate, the air-flow is controlled via a pump unit connected to the mattress. The pump inflates deflated cells and vice versa to provide alternating support and relief for the skin of the patient. The pump ensures that there is constant movement under the user’s skin as well as periods of no pressure.

Alternating pressure mattresses are mostly used to prevent and to treat pressure sores in those with limited mobility. They provide constant relief to the individual whilst also reducing the frequency for manual repositioning by a carer.

In addition these mattresses can be effective for improving sleep, as they increase the individuals overall comfort levels by constantly relieving pressure over the whole body, without the intervention of a carer or assistant, thereby decreasing the amount of disturbances throughout the night.