Aidacare Full Product Catalogue 2025 - Catalog - Page 74
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Bedroom
Moisture / Microclimate
Microclimate refers to temperature and the interface between the
skin and a support surface. Higher moisture levels lead to risk of
pressure injury and poor skin integrity. Hotter skin requires more
oxygen and nutrients. So the objective is to stay cool and dry.
The Active Air Bariatric system (PTM639510) has air cells which
directly release air to promote a cool and dry microclimate.
Multi-stretch vapour
permeable covers assist in
microclimate management.
The high Moisture Vapour
Transfer Rate (MVTR) promotes
air flow and breathability for
optimal skin conditions.
Other Active Air mattresses encourage air flow through the
alternating cycle by drawing and pushing air directly into the
mattress as the cells inflate and deflate, helping to ventilate and
reduce skin heat and moisture.
Airflow
Valve
1. European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel, National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel and Pan Pacific Pressure Injury Alliance. Prevention and Treatment of Pressure
Ulcers/Injuries: Clinical Practice Guideline. The International Guideline. Emily Haesler (Ed.). EPUAP/NPIAP/PPPIA; 2019.
Shear Forces
Shear is a significant cause of Pressure Injury development. Shear is the force created under the skin’s
surface when friction and pressure cause the top layer of skin to move with a support surface, while
the underlying tissue remains stationary or moves in the opposite direction. When exposed to shear,
the deeper layers of skin, along with blood vessels, become damaged. Shear forces can become more
problematic when the head of the bed is raised.
Friction occurs when two surfaces slide against each other. In terms of pressure care, friction creates
resistance between the skin and contact surface. It is a contributing factor to skin shear, which is a
significant cause of Pressure Injury.
Multi-stretch covers move with the user, reducing friction and shear, whilst the vapour permeability
promotes skin integrity and optimises skin microclimate.
Shear Forces
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Other Features:
Cell-In-Cell Technology
The alternating air cells contain an internal ‘safety
cell’, which remains fully inflated to protect against
‘bottoming out’, increasing patient safety and
greater surface stability.
AutoStay Band
Active Air overlays and mattresses feature the
AutoStay retention band, which holds cells in place
for maximum therapeutic effect.
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