[Prevention of decubitus ulcer by an elastomere matrix cushion].
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.
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Service de Dermatologie, Hôpital de Bavière, Liège.
D001512:Bedding and Linens; D004548:Elasticity; D006801:Humans; D009132:Muscles / Q000502:physiology; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000517:prevention & control*; D012408:Rubber; D012879:Skin Physiological Phenomena
D012408:Rubber
Prévention des escarres de décubitus par un coussin d'élastomère matriciel.