DermaFloat Low Air Loss Mattress System by Joerns Healthcare

The DermaFloat® LAL (Low Air Loss) System from Joerns Healthcare is a progressively unique therapy system that offers pressure redistribution and increased lymphatic function by coupling low air loss with pulsation. This system functions by continuously expelling air from minuscule holes in the mattress surface, simulating the effects of floating. This system features true low air loss with more than 100 liters of airflow per minute and grants unparalleled pressure redistribution. The pressure redistribution given helps to treat and prevent pressure wounds, such as pressure ulcers. It is also effective in providing gentle, comforting therapy to immobilized patients and those lacking adequate sensory perception (i.e., patients with spinal injuries and neurological conditions).

The system offers CairRails, an integrated safety feature in the form of air bolsters that form side rails on the edge of the mattress. CairRails prevent patient falls and entrapment, and are recognized by many of the nation's leading healthcare systems for their improvement in patient safety and risk management.

The DermaFloat® Low Air Loss System therapy pad surface has an antimicrobial treatment that prevents the growth of mold, mildew, and odor-causing bacteria. The therapy pad's smooth nylon construction has low friction and low shear properties to protect the patient's skin. Furthermore, the therapy pad is moisture-wicking, preventing skin maceration.

This Low Air Loss system features a manually-controlled therapy control unit that possesses three operation modes: Autofirm, Therapy, and Pulsate. The Pulsate function oscillates the air throughout the mattress every 30-seconds to provide increased patient comfort. The Autofirm function supplies maximum air inflation to the mattress, assisting both patients and caregivers during transfers and treatment. The Therapy function is standard low air loss therapy. The therapy control unit also has 8 comfort settings, allowing a customizable therapy surface that meets the individual needs of the patient. Additionally, the control unit has a lockout feature that prevents any unauthorized changes. In the event of power disconnection or failure, the system will flash its LEDs and an alarm will sound. Until the system regains power, the unit will start up in standby mode and the lower support cells should remain inflated for up to 12-hours.