Low air loss mattresses are designed to distribute the patient’s body weight over a broad surface area and help prevent skin breakdown. Air continually flows through tiny laser-made air holes in the top of the mattress surface so that the user floats on a soft cushion of air.

Jun 22, 2017 · For patients suffering from pressure ulcers or patients at a high risk of developing pressure ulcers, low air loss mattresses can provide an essential form of treatment proven to keep patients at home in their beds and away from the hospital.

Laser-cut holes in the air cells provide constant low air loss to support patient microclimate—dissipating moisture and keeping the skin/surface interface cool and dry.

Feb 11, 2013 · A low air loss mattress is a pressure-relieving mattress used to prevent and treat bed sores (pressure ulcers). The mattress is designed with multiple air chambers that alternately fill with air and deflate so that pressure on the skin is constantly changing.

Low air loss mattresses (LAL) provide superior pressure relief, helping prevent, treat, and heal pressure injuries. These mattresses also reduce moisture, heat, shearing, and friction, offering essential support for wound care, burn injuries, and circulatory disorders.

With built-in features like turn assist, bed-exit alarms, and a head-of-bed indicator and alert, the Envision E700 Therapy Surface Mattress is the perfect addition to care. Experience advanced surface technology designed to help provide patient comfort while they heal.

Low Air Loss therapy is achieved through lasered holes in the bladders that allow air to gently escape. In more advanced mattress systems such as Blue Chip Medical’s Adapt Pro Elite, the low air loss function is built into the cover thereby enhancing the low air loss therapy.

Alternating Pressure Air Mattress with Pump for Hospital Beds - Low Air Loss, Quilted Nylon Cover - 80" x 36" x 8" (Twin) - Prevents Pressure Ulcers and Bed Sores - Oasis by Medacure

Static Mode: Supplies low airloss therapy without alternating therapy. Auto Firm Mode: Quickly inflates the air cells to their maximum pressures to supply uniform firmness to help the caregiver do routine procedures. Supportive Base: A 2.5” foam base offers support during power failures. Why Choose the Synergy Air Elite Surface?

The benefits of Low Air Loss therapy for the prevention and treatment of bed sores is well documented. Blue Chip, manufacturers a complete line of therapeutic low air loss mattress systems that are clinically effective, durable, reliable and affordable.