Cellular anti-decubitus mattress with Armed compressor

Sometimes people suffering from certain serious illnesses are forced to adhere to strict bed rest. Due to such a long stay without movement, bedsores are formed on the patient's body. In order to prevent their appearance and thereby alleviate the suffering of a sick person, as a rule, special mattresses with special properties are used.

The most popular today is a cellular anti-decubitus mattress from the Armed company.

With prolonged contact with a soft flat surface and the effect of the patient's own weight, the blood supply and innervation of tissues are disrupted, leading to necrotic changes. These changes affect not only the skin, but also muscle tissue, and in some particularly severe cases, the bone structure. In addition, atrophic phenomena caused by prolonged squeezing occur in the internal organs.

In order to avoid such harmful consequences, the patient is periodically turned over, thereby reducing the time of exposure to a certain part of the body. But such a procedure requires the constant presence of another person and significant efforts, and for the patient, such manipulations cause pain.

When using an anti-decubitus mattress, there is no need to turn it over, contact with the surface of the mattress does not occur over the entire surface, but only at some points. In addition, these numerous points of contact automatically change their location, which means that there is no constant squeezing of the vessels. Therefore, the use of a specialized mattress has many advantages over conventional turning over.

Armed has been producing specialized products for bedridden patients and elderly people for over 15 years. The Compressor Anti-Decubitus Cell Mattress was created by the company thanks to their many years of experience and modern technology. In order to understand how such a mattress works, it is necessary to study in detail the device and the principle of operation of this product.

The basis of the mattress is isolated cells (chambers), shaped like a honeycomb and consisting of a polymer material.

With the help of a compressor connected to the chambers with special tubes, air is pumped. First, it enters some rows of cells, while the other part remains without air, and then, after some time, it goes into other cells. After a while, the process is repeated in the reverse order, the air enters the deflated chambers, and the filled cells are freed from it. Cycle times are typically 6 to 12 minutes.

Alternating pumping of one or the other part of the mattress is necessary to prevent problems with blood supply. Thanks to this technology, the patient's body is in contact with the mattress at different points and for a short time, as a result of which bedsores do not have time to form. This mattress is designed to achieve maximum effect in the sacral, gluteal, scapular and occipital regions, in which the body pressure has the greatest value.

Automatic air supply would not be possible without a compressor. It is designed for long-term round-the-clock operation. The cellular mattress is made of materials that do not cause allergic reactions and is designed for bedridden patients whose weight does not exceed 120 kg.

The Armed company, in addition to the cellular version, has developed and produced other types of mattresses, which have a slightly different look and configuration.

Anti-decubitus mattresses are divided into two groups: static and dynamic.

The surface of these models does not move, since they do not have control blocks and systems. The anti-decubitus effect in such models is carried out due to the uniform distribution of the load over the entire surface of the mattress.

The main advantage of static models is an acceptable price due to the lack of a compressor. In addition, they can be used in places where there is no or temporarily no electricity. But it is better not to use them for people who are completely immobilized.

A variation of this group is gel mattress... The cells of this mattress are filled with gel instead of air. Gel models are more suitable for people with bedsores at stages 1-2.

The shape of gel models can change in three directions at once. From the right side, the gel flows smoothly to the left side of the mattress, and from the upper side it moves to the lower area and can flow from the front to the back.

Has excellent characteristics gel model 563... It consists of three sections with natural latex as an additional layer and a special sanitized cover. This self-contained model has an excellent anti-decubitus effect and can withstand a load of up to 120 kg.

Standalone models also include four-section mattressmade of polyurethane foam and has a removable cover made of waterproof fabric. A distinctive feature of this material is its inability to heat up under the influence of the temperature of the human body. Therefore, a long-term stay on it does not cause discomfort in a person. This material is breathable, so the microclimate for the skin is very favorable.

Dynamic mattresses are all equipped with compressors, thanks to which air enters the chambers. In addition to cellular mattresses belonging to this group, the company produces tubular models. This design is based on cylinders located perpendicular to the length of the mattress, which are interconnected into a single whole. Unlike the honeycomb mattress, the tubular structure is capable of supporting over 120 kg. These mattresses are very often equipped with a blower.

The massage effect is achieved due to the constant change of pressure in the balloons, with an interval of 6 minutes. These models are suitable for patients with stage 3-4 pressure ulcers. The advantages of these models include ease of use with their sufficient efficiency, as well as the possibility of replacing a failed cylinder. But in comparison with cellular mattresses, the balloon version has a lesser massage effect.

Of cellular models, stands out Orthoforma... The surface of such a mattress is made of hypoallergenic porous material, which contributes to good ventilation of the skin. The design of the Orthoforma mattress is designed for patients with spinal injuries, as well as for patients with various degrees of burns.

In addition, this mattress is used for people who have suffered strokes, heart attacks and various operations that require prolonged immobility. The Orthoforma mattress is equipped with an intelligent compressor and its protection in case of overcurrent, as well as regulation of the firmness of the chambers.

In order for the mattress to have the proper effect, you must follow the instructions for use.

• First you need to install the pump on a stable surface or attach it using hooks located on the body on the bed bar.
• Then you need to spread it on the bed on top of a regular mattress. The loose ends must be tucked under a regular mattress. When placing the product, it is necessary to take into account the location of the inlet intended for the connecting pipes, they must be in the leg section of the bed together with the compressor.
• Next, the pump is connected to the tubes, and they, in turn, to the mattress. After that, you need to make sure that the tubes are not twisted and do not get under the mattress. We turn on the pump by pressing the "On. ”, And air begins to flow, filling the cells.

• Now you can cover the mattress with a prepared sheet and lay down the patient. To regulate the pressure, set the handle to the desired position, depending on the patient's weight. You can now check the inflatedness of the mattress. To do this, you need to stick two fingers between the patient's body and the non-inflated part of the mattress. If they enter freely, then the mattress is inflated correctly.
• In order to change the position of the patient, you need to turn on the static function by setting the button to the on position. This function provides simultaneous filling of all cells with air, making it possible to carry out procedures or feed the patient. After disabling this button, the system will work as usual.

• In order for the system to work properly, you need to check the air filter at least once a month. A dirty filter is washed with mild detergents. After that, it must be dried and only then installed in place.
• In addition to the pump, you need to monitor the condition of the mattress. Surface treatment can be done either with soapy water or with disinfecting agents.

Before buying an anti-decubitus mattress, you must first decide on the system. For a partially immobilized person, a model belonging to a static group is suitable. For completely immobilized patients, a honeycomb mattress with a pump is the best choice, especially if its body weight does not exceed 120 kg. It is better to choose a model equipped with a static button. With its help, it is possible to significantly facilitate the conduct of all kinds of procedures without painful sensations for the patient and inconvenience for the person caring for the patient.

For a patient whose weight exceeds 120 kg, it is better to purchase a tubular mattress, especially if the bedsores are stage 3-4. When choosing a mattress with a compressor, you need to pay attention to some of the technical characteristics of the model, namely the noise level emitted by the compressor. Its value should not exceed 6-8 dB. This information is always present in the technical data sheet of the product.

When choosing, do not forget about contraindications.

Patients with severely injured spine with partially affected bone marrow should not use a cellular anti-decubitus mattress.For such patients, strong fixation on a hard surface is indicated and therefore a soft, oscillating surface is unacceptable for them.

Most people who bought an anti-bedsore mattress with a compressor for their loved ones were satisfied with its work. There is no need to constantly turn the sick person, and the already formed bedsores begin to heal. Many people note that the honeycomb mattress is perfectly cleaned using common disinfectants. Some people report a little noisy operation of the compressor, but over time they get used to the noise made.

In the video below, you will see what is included in the kit and what the cellular anti-decubitus mattress with Armed compressor is intended for: