Short Description

This mattress replacement system is used to prevent and treat pressure ulcers up to and including category 4. The system combines air with a Visco soft foam surface to provide a special degree of user comfort as well as pressure relief. The foam structure incorporating the alternating cells, is key to the pain management. It has a very quiet battery operated pump. The mattress is available in a range of sizes. It can also be customised.

Models

Curocell Cirrus
* Risk category - Elevated
* Weight limit - 180-230 kg (180 kg is recommended for category 4. However, for users from 180 - 230kg the recommended use is changed up to category 2)
* Waterlow guide - 25+
* Mattress - Replacement

Curocell Area
* Risk category - Medium / High
* Weight limit - 230 kg
* Waterlow guide - 15-25
* Mattress - Replacement

Curocell Sam
* Risk category - Medium / High
* Weight limit - 200 kg
* Waterlow guide - 10-15
* Mattress - Overlay

Options

Transport bag

More Details

Structure
* This mattress has eight alternating air cells and these cells are encased in high resilient foam
* On top of the high resilient foam, closest to the user, is a thin layer of visco-elastic foam. This construction reduces the alternating sensation and the potential for shearing
* The mattress incorporates a heel slope and anti-shear inner cover

Attachment
The replacement system sits directly onto the bed base

Pump / Controls
* The silent electrically operated pump is attached to the mattress system
* The pump needs to be connected to 220-240V electrical socket
* The on/off switch is easily accessible and the pressure control has a digital display
* The correct air pressure is set by using the arrows (1-10). Guidelines according to user weight are given in the table on the pump
* The mattress comes with a written guide (for reference of required pressure level). The pressure is set by entering the users weight
* The pump is portable

Cover
* The cover is separate to the overlay
* The material is vinyl, washable, water resistant, fitted, four way stretch, and fluid resistant
* The cover is breathable and has been tested to ISO16603

Customised Features
The mattress size can be customised to suit the individual user

Safety Features
* During a power failure, both the sound and light alarm will activate
* When the low pressure light is on, the pressure in the mattress is below normal. Both the light and sound alarm will activate
* CPR deflation. To empty the air cells, pull the CPR band placed between mattress and pump

Maintenance

Cleaning Requirements
Machine washable at 95 degree celcius

Maintenance
* Check the power cord and plug for damage and scratches
* Check that the mattress cover is intact and that the cover and air cells are correctly assembled
* Check that the air flow alternates between each outlet on the side of the pump
* Check for damaged or pinched tubes and connectors
* Contact the manufacturer or your local dealer for spare parts

Standards

Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For a fact sheet about standards contact us or visit www.ilcaustralia.org/home/standards.asp

Place Of Manufacture

Sweden