A UK company who specialises in the development and manufacture of ‘zero pressure’ technology is showcasing its paediatric pressure ulcer mattress at MEDICA.
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Manufactured by Chesterfield-based Rober, Airflex Trio Junior is a 3 cell-cycle alternating pressure air mattress specifically designed for children.
The mattress features solenoid technology to facilitate the rapid redirection of airflow that enables the regular and effective off-loading of interface pressure on vulnerable tissue.
Small diameter cells specifically programmed to paediatric pressure settings provide higher efficacy and greater patient comfort in the paediatric environment. Advanced engineering has created a dynamic support surface that is therapeutic for paediatric patients weighing from 0-60kg.
Over the last few years, Rober has invested heavily in R&D to develop a complete range of pressure ulcer mattresses that cater for a variety of needs, including patients that are immobile, bariatric or have existing pressure injuries.
Developed in conjunction with clinicians, the mattresses feature clinically proven technology that prevents pressure injuries from developing. They also have therapeutic properties that promote the healing of established ulcers.
The mattresses are automatic and patients nursed upon them require less frequent manual repositioning, thus relieving the pressure on busy nursing staff. They can be used in everyday nursing environments, as well as acute care facilities.
Mike Hutson, chief executive of Rober, said: “The three cell-cycle, with cell-in-cell technology, provides superior comfort for paediatric use. The stepdown mode provides added comfort for small/light weight patients. The Airflex TRIO junior allows for the regular and effective relief of interface pressure beneath the bony prominences. At all times the individual is supported by 50% more cells than found in traditional 2:1 cellcycle alternating mattresses. This provides a material improvement in comfort and care to children of all ages.”
AirFlex TRIO Junior is part of the new innovative range of mattress solutions designed to fulfil the paediatric requirements of affordable healthcare.
Pressure ulcers are a rising problem around the world, and in the UK alone, they affect over 700,000 people a year and add an additional £4,000 per ulcer onto each person’s care bill. They are also linked to prolonged hospitalisation, pain, social isolation and, in worst cases, death.
MEDICA takes place until 16 November 2023 and Rober is located on the UK Pavilion, hall 16 H15-2.
