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Therapeutic bed and related apparatus and methods

US6892405B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJun 28, 1996
Grant dateMay 17, 2005
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Expiry dateJun 28, 2016

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61G2203/42
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A therapeutic mattress system and bed are disclosed for providing a comprehensive system of pulmonary and skin care therapies for the critically ill, immobilized patient. The features provided include rotational therapy, percussion therapy and pulsation therapy on a critical care bed frame with a low air loss patient support, all of which are controlled with various types of feedback from particularized sensors in the bed.

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