Anti-decubitus dynamic mattresses are actually designed for the worst cases of this painful condition. In most cases, a good pressure sore mattress will have three parts: the bottom mattress which is the foundation of the mattress and the support layer, which can vary from a firm core of polyester to a softer, more pliable core. Additionally, the patient should be encouraged to wear cotton underwear and avoid wearing tight fitting undergarments, pads, and pillows.
The anti-decubitus dynamic mattress system is useful for the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers, as well as for patients with sleeping disorders. An anti-decubitus dynamic mattress system consists of a control unit with a digital sensor-controlled sheath pump and horizontally organized air cells at the mattress's base. One of the major factors driving the growth of anti-decubitus dynamic mattresses is the increase in traffic accidents and trauma cases around the world. The prevalence of paralysis cases due to brain and spinal cord injuries has also increased as the number of traffic accidents has increased.
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