Mattress Demonstration
Pressure Reducing Static Foam Mattresses
This page is designed to help explain how pressure reducing mattresses assist in the
prevention of decubitus ulcers, commonly known as pressure sores or bed sores.
It is important to note that mattresses of this kind work by increasing immersion of
the resident into the mattress, increasing the interface contact area, hence,
reducing the interface contact pressure.
WARNING: These mattresses are not recommended for use in isolation for patients with recognised stages of pressure ulcers.
Jomor Healthcare provides a rotation schedule which is printed on the sleeping
surface of the mattress. This schedule should be implemented to maintain the longevity
of the mattress. By adhering to the schedule on the mattress, the foam inside the mattress
can recover, and subsequently perform to its maximum for a longer period of time. Please check
with Jomor for warranty details as different mattresses have different warranty periods. The diagram below
explains the rotation of the mattress:
Below are a number of links that further explain the causes of pressure sores,
its prevalence in our healthcare facilities, and various research articles and studies that provide
interesting information on the topic. Jomor Healthcare has included these links to
assist in the circulation of this information.