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Pressure-relieving mattress.


Direct Supply's Panacea[R] Cornfort-Max pressure-relieving mattress was designed to provide residents with exceptional pressure relief--even for those with single-site stage III wounds.

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The Lura-Flex[TM] foam top layer of the ComfortMax gives residents the comfort of viscoelastic Adj. 1. viscoelastic - having viscous as well as elastic properties
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 with the durability and resiliency of traditional foam. The nonshear stretch nylon cover provides additional pressure relief and is fluid-resistant, antimicrobial antimicrobial /an·ti·mi·cro·bi·al/ (-mi-kro´be-al)
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The sloping heel section reduces pressure and increases blood circulation by redistributing weight from the heel to the less vulnerable calf. Special die-cuts promote airflow under the heel to keep skin cool. Each ComfortMax has a 450-lb capacity and is backed by a 15-year warranty.

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Title Annotation:Focus on Pressure Relief
Publication:Nursing Homes
Date:Sep 1, 2004
Words:116
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