Therapeutic bed and related apparatus and methods
US6892405B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 28, 1996 |
| Grant date | May 17, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2016 |
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- 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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