title: Vicair Academy Mattress in the prevention of pressure damage.
abstract: There are many costs associated with the development of pressure ulcers, both in terms of the patient experience and those associated with healing. If patients who are deemed to be at risk are identified and suitable preventive equipment is provided, incidence of pressure ulcer development can be reduced significantly. Pressure-reducing mattresses are primarily used to prevent pressure ulcers from occurring, in conjunction with other preventive measures, such as repositioning. The Vicair Academy Mattress, manufactured by Vicair BV and distributed by Gerald Simonds, uses Vicair's 'dry air' flotation system to offer maximum pressure and shear protection to patients who are at high risk of developing pressure ulcers.
authors.affiliation: Tissue Viability Consultancy Services Ltd, Eastbourne.
authors.forename: Fiona
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Collins
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001513:Beds; D004867:Equipment Design; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000517:prevention & control*