Pressure Relief Mattress Audits

At Healthcare Distribution Direct we offer an annual yearly audit for pressure relief mattresses. Our pressure relief mattress audit ensures healthcare settings are following regulations, to improve safety and comfort for clients and that best practises are kept up to date.

We understand that pressure relief management is an essential part of care. Patients with limited mobility may be required to spend a lot more time in bed than the average person, and this can put them at greater risk of developing pressure ulcers or bed sores. Investing and maintaining through effective inspections and audits of pressure relief mattresses can protect the patients in your care and keep them safe and comfortable. They are a front-line preventative method, designed to evenly distribute weight and reduce or eliminate pressure placed on sensitive areas.

When inspecting a pressure relieving mattress, our experienced and healthcare qualified engineers are able to audit both static, alternating and mattresses of a hybrid design:

Static Pressure reliving Mattress

Static Pressure reliving Mattress are made with a pressure relieving foam, we inspect thoroughly to ensure they remain suitable for low, medium and high-risk patients.

Alternating Pressure reliving Mattress

An alternating mattress is made from air cells which are operated by a specialist pump. When some air cells inflate, others deflate. This completely removes pressure from these areas while keeping the patient comfortable. An alternating pressure mattress is best suited to high and very high-risk patients, and many can be used in a static mode for a truly hybrid design.

Hybrid mattresses

Hybrid mattresses are both powered by a pump and non-powered combining air flow techniques with advanced foams for patient care and comfort.

Our experienced and qualified engineers are certified in the healthcare industry and here to assist you with their insight and knowledge of a wide range of healthcare products and practises. Get in touch with our team today to book a pressure relief mattresses audit.

Service specifications:

• Yearly audit for one pressure relief mattress,
• Auditing major brands such as, Invacare, Carilex, Drive, Arjo, Harvest, Apollo and Apex
• Cancellation of pre-booked appointments may be chargeable
• Service can be cancelled with four weeks’ notice.