title: Pressure-relief mattresses and patient comfort.
abstract: The ideal pressure-relieving support system is comfortable, relieves pressure and prevents tissue damage. In order to ensure patient compliance with the choice of mattress, patient comfort and quality of sleep should be among the most important factors involved in the decision-making process.
authors.affiliation: Tissue Viability Unit, Guy's Hospital, London.
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Ballard
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001513:Beds; D018592:Cross-Over Studies; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D010865:Pilot Projects; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000523:psychology; D011446:Prospective Studies