Modular body support system

Details Modular body support system Modular body support system

1990-10-29

1992-04-07

Nicholson, Eric K.

Beds

Bedclothing

And means to facilitate changing thereof

5481, 5496, A47C 2714

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051015277

ABSTRACT:
A modular body support system for a prone, supine or side lying person having a plurality of individual functional portions for reacting with body tissues to establish comfort to the person as well as lessen the chances of tissue breakdown and ulcerations. The functional portions having construction such as to prevent shear loading which may cause such tissue breakdown. In addition, the system includes an oversize cover of material to reduce the coefficient of friction and conform easily to the contours of the system as defined by body pressures thereon.

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