Unlike other alternating pressure mattresses, the PressureGuard® Bariatric APM does not create extreme pressure gradients between inflated and deflated cylinders. On top, the Geo-Matt anti-shearing surface forms a comfortable, therapeutic interface between the air system and the user.
Features
- Timed (20-minute) Auto Firm mode
- 10 electronically-controlled comfort settings
- Programmable cycle times of 20, 25 or 30 minutes
- Low pressure indicator and audible alarm
- Bariatric surface with 750 lbs. weight limit suitable for aggressive treatment
- Prevention of pressure ulcers in immobile/high risk users (through Stage IV)
- Alternating Pressure therapy with gentle, effective pressure changes
- Head-to-foot air cylinders for better pressure reduction
- Better support in seat area when head of bed is raised
- Individual foam cells accommodate bony prominences
- 2″ deep topper reduces shear to underlying tissues
- More than 800 individually-articulating cells
- Redistributes pressure, reduces heat and skin moisture buildup
- Heel Slope™ designed to further reduce heel pressure
- Patented inner bolster “cradling effect” for user safety
- Unmatched edge-of-bed stability
- Helps ensure safer transfers
- Minimizes risk of falls and entrapment
