Research
Extensive studies of patients with spinal injuries, amputation, multiple sclerosis, and end stage renal disease have shown that TEMPUR® mattresses decrease the average interface pressure and significantly decrease the peak loading pressures, which has reduced pressure ulcers, back pain and sciatica. It is this redistribution of pressure over a larger area that makes these pads so comfortable.

Patient Comfort Systems’ pads incorporate ultra-strong fabric along with sewn and welded seams to protect core material from bodily fluids. This construction also prevents cracking and tearing at the pad corners, where exposure is greatest. Both the TEMPUR pad cores and cover fabrics are manufactured using a permanent antimicrobial agent to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria. The vapor and moisture-impervious cover will not allow fluids to pass through it and can be cleaned with any standard approved hospital disinfectant. It also stretches, thereby decreasing shear and maceration. This material increases patient comfort when compared to standard plastics covers.

Patient surveys have clearly demonstrated that when given a choice, patients will overwhelmingly choose  Patient Comfort Systems over the original equipment manufacturer’s table pads. What is most relevant to medical imaging centers are studies which show that mattresses using TEMPUR material significantly decrease motion during MRI scans. This means fewer callbacks and higher quality studies.