title: The Softform pressure-reducing mattress for high-risk patients.
abstract: This article highlights the fundamental difference between pressure-relief and pressure-reduction. The limitations of the conventional hospital mattress will be discussed in terms of lack of support properties and life expectancy. The need for a coordinated mattress replacement programme will be outlined and the advantages of the Softform pressure-reducing mattress will be described in detail.
authors.affiliation: Lewisham Hospital NHS Trust, London.
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Fox
mesh_terms: D001513:Beds; D004867:Equipment Design; D004865:Equipment and Supplies, Hospital; D006801:Humans; D011312:Pressure; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000517:prevention & control