Under Pressure: Choosing the Right Support Surface When it comes to the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers, choosing the right support surface is key. According to Tag F-314, facilities should match a device's potential therapeutic benefit with a resident's specific situation. The effectiveness of a pressure redistribution device is based on its potential to address the individual resident's risk, the resident’s response to the product and the characteristics and condition of the product.1

There are two primary types of support surfaces1: Static pressure redistribution devices are non-powered devices that may be indicated when a resident is at risk for pressure ulcer development or delayed healing. These devices include: Solid foam Gel-infused foam Convoluted foam (i.e., channel-cut or "egg crate" foam) Gel mattresses Dynamic pressure reduction surfaces are powered devices that are indicated if a resident can't move into a variety of positions without placing weight on a pressure ulcer, if their weight completely compresses a static device that otherwise maintains its original integrity or if they have a pressure ulcer that is not healing as expected and it is determined that pressure could be contributing to the delay. Dynamic pressure reduction surfaces include: Alternating pressure mattresses and overlays Low air loss systems Professional Medical stocks a comprehensive selection of both static and dynamic pressure reduction and redistribution surfaces, including the new Dynamic Elite Mattress™ with Visco Gel Technology™. Your territory manager is ready to help you choose the products that best meet your residents' needs! Give us a call at (800) 648-5190 to learn more. Reference 1 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. State Operations Manual Appendix PP – Guidance to Surveyors for Long Term Care Facilities (Rev. 70-01-07-11). Available at: http://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Manuals/downloads/ som107ap_pp_guidelines_ltcf.pdf. Accessed July 5, 2012.

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The Dynamic Elite Mattress is a breakthrough product in the field of prevention and management of pressure ulcers. It features Visco Gel Technology (VGT), a support surface that provides optimized pressure redistribution, rapid heat dissipation and vast increases in breathability compared to standard foam. Additional features: 400 lb weight capacity Helps reduce pressure ulcer incidence by channeling heat away from the body significantly faster than standard foam, virtually eliminating perspiration moisture Superior pressure redistribution is achieved by providing more support and less cradling at higher levels of compression, distributing pressure over a much larger surface area and eliminating static fatigue Protects vulnerable bony heel area with patented Lura-Quilt foam and a 25-degree slope, redistributing pressure to the entire leg and away from the heel 10-year non-prorated warranty

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