title: [Prevention of decubitus ulcer by an elastomere matrix cushion].
abstract: We have measured and compared the mechanical properties of the skin, muscles and of a cushion designed to prevent bedsores. The mechanical properties of the tested material are intermediate to those of skin and muscles. They permit an even and optimal distribution of the pressures on the skin.
authors: Service de Dermatologie, Hôpital de Bavière, Liège.
authors: G E
authors: GE
authors: Piérard
mesh_terms: D001512:Bedding and Linens; D004548:Elasticity; D006801:Humans; D009132:Muscles / Q000502:physiology; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000517:prevention & control*; D012408:Rubber; D012879:Skin Physiological Phenomena
chemical_list: D012408:Rubber
vernacular_title: Prévention des escarres de décubitus par un coussin d'élastomère matriciel.