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Patients who already have pressure sores may prefer a pressure pump and pad system. These alternately inflate and deflate, changing the patient’s position in order to prevent new sores and allow the old ones to heal.* This is the Consumer Version. Drugs Mentioned In This Article * This is the Consumer Version. Convoluted Mattress Pads (Egg Crate Pad)microAIR Alternating Pressure Overlay Mattress Prevention to bed sores/ulcers Heals pressure ulcers/bed sores Alternating Pressure Pad & PumpGel/Foam Overlay Roho's Overlay Mattress SystemAlternating/Low Air Loss Mattress System Helps heal bed sores/ulcers Heals bed sores/pressure ulcers with cooling air to dry skinAn eggcrate foam mattress topper provides an extra layer of cushioning. An eggcrate foam mattress topper can help ensure a good night’s sleep. Also called convoluted foam, these mattress toppers are covered in egg-shaped bumps that provide a soft sleeping surface that promotes air circulation.
The foam’s peak-and-valley design can improve blood flow by decreasing pressure on the skin, especially at pressure points such as hips and shoulders. According to The Better Sleep Council, an eggcrate foam mattress topper can even extend the life of your mattress by protecting it from dirt and dust. Installing an eggcrate foam mattress topper takes only a few minutes. Remove the sheets from the bed. If you also have a mattress pad, you can remove it or leave it in place. You can use a mattress pad under an eggcrate foam mattress topper if you want, but you cannot use a mattress pad on top of the eggcrate foam. Lay the eggcrate foam on top of the bed, lining up the edges of the foam with the edges of the mattress. Some eggcrate foam toppers have “zones” – areas with more points to support your back or hips. Position the eggcrate foam so that the zones are in the correct position. Generally, zoned eggcrate foam has the least amount of points at the foot end. You can place it with the points facing up or the points facing down, depending on your preference.
If you are unsure of which way is more comfortable for you, test it out both ways. Spread the bottom sheet over the eggcrate foam. Pull the corners of the sheet into place at the corners of the mattress. Most sheets accommodate thin eggshell-foam mattress toppers but you may need deep-pocket sheets to fit over thicker foam pads. Avoid using sheets that fit so tight that they compress the eggcrate foam; compressed foam does not provide the same air circulation and cushioning benefits. Tip References The Better Sleep Council: Mattress Pads and ToppersDrugs.co: How to Choose and Use Mattress PadsUniversity of California Los Angeles Ergonomics: Sleeping Posture Photo Credits Dynamic Graphics Group/Dynamic Graphics Group/Getty Images Suggest a Correction Mattress overlays are products which are designed to be fitted on top of an existing mattress to increase the comfort and pressure relieving qualities of the mattress. usually less expensive than replacement mattresses but are also less effective.
Click here for detailed Replacement Egg crate mattress overlays Eggcrate mattress overlays are the absolute bottom end of the mattress overlay products is known as an egg crate mattress. These overlays come in 2", 3" and 4" thick versions and are made from low end foam which is flat on the bottom and bumpy like the inside of an egg carton on the top. been told that anything less than 4" thick is a waste of money. in single, twin, double and queen sizes and will probably last about a year before they need to be thrown out. Memory foam mattress overlays Memory foam mattress overlays are the same idea as an egg crate mattresses except, the quality of the foam is substantially better, they are 2 or 3 inches thick and they are flat on both sides. Memory foam is a higher density and has different properties than regular foam. When pressure is applied to regular foam it will depress but it also tries to push back which is okay
for couches and pillows but can be a problem to those at risk for pressure sores. Memory foam will depress under pressure but it the amount it pushes backThis is demonstrated by how slowly it returns to it's original shape when pressure it removed from it. These traits of memory foam enables the mattress to disperses the weight of the person on it thus reducing the areas of high pressure. The covers of these mattresses allow the skin to breathe which reduces the moisture caused by sweating and the heat generatedMemory foam does not break down and wear out as quickly as regular foam and will last the purchaser many years. Gel mattress overlays are about 3/4" to 2" thick, are made of a polymer (or similar)Some are designed to cover the entire surface while others are smaller and for isolated areas of an existing standard mattress. Often used by hospitals and long term care facilities as a component in prevention and treatment of pressure sores because
it does not promote bacterial growth and is easily cleaned. are fairly heavy and work amazing well considering the thickness of the product. Air mattress overlays are placed on an existing mattress are basically a bladder filled with air that the patient floats on. The air mattress consists of many rows of fist sized cells which have to be inflated to the proper air pressure to provide the proper pressure reducing results. excellent pressure relief, to much or too little pressure in the mattress overlay will greatly affect the pressure relieving qualities. of mattress overlay is susceptible to air leaks which take some time to find Alternating pressure pads are two air cells which are intertwined throughout a plastic mat which is placed directly on a mattress. is then covered by a sheet to sleep on and two small air hoses are routed to a small electric air pump. This is a completely different system than the other overlays mentioned in that there is nothing soft about it.
it works is, one cell is inflated creating pressure points on the body while the other cell deflates. Then the deflated cell inflates and the inflatedThe theory is, the pressure points keep changing back and forth in a sort of massaging action thus simulating movement by the patient. This "massaging action" actually stimulates blood flow which reduces the chances of developing a pressure sore. length of time for an alternating pressure pad to produces a full cycle is probably 10 to 20 minutes. With the improvements in mattresses over the years I don't believe alternating pressure pads are used very often anymore but there may be a few around. They were also prone to leaking if accidentally pricked with something sharp. Low air loss alternating pressure overlay The low air loss alternating pressure mattress overlay is a step up from the standardAdded to the benefits provided by alternating pressure, low air loss mattress overlays provide the patient with additional pressure relief, a