Which anti-bedsore mattress is better?
People with disabilities who spend most of their time in bed are prone to the development of bedsores, so to prevent them, the only solution is to buy an anti-bedsore mattress. This ensures the patient's comfort at rest and protects against serious consequences of immobilization.
Anti-bedsore mattresses for patients with spine and back problems have a complex effect. They reduce pressure on the most sensitive areas of the body and improve blood circulation in these areas, thereby minimizing the causes of bedsores and reducing pain.
Varieties of anti-bedsore mattresses
There are two main types of mattresses for bedridden people who are forced to stay in this position either for a long time or constantly.
- Static (foam) - made of special polyurethane foam, which instantly adapts to the bends of the patient's body.
- Dynamic (inflatable) - equipped with special cameras. A pump is connected to them, with which you can change the air pressure in the mattress.
Dynamic mattresses come in 2 types: cellular (bubble) and tubular. Their names are determined by the shape of the chambers of the product.
- Cellular mattress
It has a specific structure consisting of many small protrusions (about 130), which are regularly filled with air. Helps in the rapid recovery of people trying to get rid of bedsores. Extremely easy to use. It is recommended for patients with a standard weight of 50-90 kg.
- Tubular mattress
It is based on the design of cylindrical chambers located across the mattress and filled with air. This option is preferable for overweight people - up to 140 kg. Tubular mattresses are recommended for bedridden patients with bedsores of the III-IV degree. In such models, you can disconnect one of the tubes exactly under the area of the body where there is damaged skin. Thanks to this, nothing will put pressure on the bedsores, and this will significantly speed up the healing process of the wound.
There are also water anti-bedsore mattresses made of hypoallergenic polyvinyl chloride, the chambers of which can be filled with water or air. Water distributes body weight better over the surface of the product.
Which mattress is better – tubular or cellular?
Both types of mattresses are durable and comfortable to use, but the differences between them are significant. Bubble cellular mattresses are used for preventive purposes and for small bedsores of 1-2 degrees. They are designed for people with a maximum weight of up to 90 kg. This makes them much cheaper than tubular models.
In turn, tubular ones allow you to prevent and treat bedsores in the later stages (at 3-4 degrees). Therefore, they are chosen in high-risk situations when the patient is completely immobilized (for example, due to paralysis or coma). They are also more flexible than bubble mattresses and, in addition, can withstand much more weight, even up to 160 kg.
What are the sizes of anti-bedsore mattresses?
Medical mattresses against the formation of bedsores on the human body are mainly standard sizes
- for adults - 80-90 cm wide and 180-200 cm long;
- for children - width 60-70 cm, length 140 cm;
- for obese patients (up to 300 kg) – special bariatric models 120 cm wide, 200 cm long and with high cells (15-18 cm).
Before buying a product, it is necessary to measure the width and length of the bed on which the mattress will be installed. If it is too large, then its work will be disrupted, which means that the effectiveness of treatment will significantly decrease. In the case when the product is less than the parameters of the bed, a patient with bedsores may begin to experience discomfort. His well-being will not improve, and the effect of therapy will slow down.
What should I pay attention to when buying a mattress?
When choosing a mattress against bedsores, pay attention to the operation of the compressor. In mattresses of variable pressure on the skin tissue, the compressor will work continuously. Care should be taken to ensure that its volume does not irritate a sick person. The noise level should not exceed 50 dB. Of course, the smaller the decibels, the better. The patient will have to get used to the sound, both day and night, so the purchase of too loud equipment should be excluded automatically.
Another important choice is to purchase a suitable sheet for the mattress. Artificial materials should be avoided. Cotton or linen sheets are recommended.
Where to buy an anti-bedsore mattress?
The Medika online store offers various options for mattresses against bedsores, which makes it easy to find the perfect solution for the specific needs of the patient. We offer water, as well as cellular and tubular models of pneumatic devices. The available mattresses are made of durable materials, providing comfort and safety of use. The medical equipment presented on the website is certified and meets high quality standards. The goods are delivered to any city or region of Ukraine by the services of postal operators.