Pressure sore prevention mattress special for prone position ventilation

By designing an anti-pressure ulcer mattress with a latex air cushion, an inflatable pad layer, and an adjustable headrest, the problem of pressure ulcers and insufficient comfort during prolonged prone treatment for children has been solved, effectively preventing pressure ulcers and improving sleep comfort.

CN223787816UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-13MATERNAL & CHILD HEALTH HOSPITAL OF GUANGXI ZHUANG AUTONOMOUS REGION GUANGXI ZHUANG AUTONOMOUS REGION
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520101883.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-16
Publication Date
2026-01-13
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-16

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Children are prone to developing pressure sores when they remain in a prone position for extended periods during treatment. Existing mattresses are ineffective in preventing this and are not comfortable enough.

Method used

A pressure-relief mattress has been designed, which includes a latex air cushion and a removable headrest. The latex layer has natural antibacterial and anti-mite properties, good breathability, and is equipped with ventilation holes and an inflatable cushion layer. The headrest is adjustable to fit the shape of the neck, the fixing straps ensure stability, and the ventilation holes allow for adjustable ventilation area.

Benefits of technology

Effectively prevents pressure sores, improves sleep comfort, reduces the risk of slipping, and is easy to carry and maintain.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a special pressure sore prevention mattress for prone position ventilation, which comprises a latex air-adjusting cushion, a headrest detachably connected with the latex air-adjusting cushion, and fixing straps distributed above the headrest and on two sides of the latex air-adjusting cushion, the latex air-adjusting cushion is divided into an upper layer and a lower layer, the upper layer is an antibacterial and anti-mite latex cushion layer, and the lower layer is an antibacterial and anti-mite latex cushion layer. The lower layer is an inflatable cushion layer which can be inflated and deflated and is made of a PU material, the headrest is made of a water pillow material, and a hollow area for breathing is arranged in the middle of the headrest; the utility model has the advantages of effective prevention of pressure sores, high comfort, good safety, convenience in carrying and easiness in maintenance.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical equipment technology, specifically a special anti-pressure ulcer mattress for prone ventilation. Background Technology

[0002] Some infants suffering from conditions such as neonatal respiratory distress syndrome, scoliosis, burns, or heart disease require prolonged prone positioning to improve respiratory function, promote wound healing, and reduce cardiac burden. Prone positioning plays a crucial role in the rehabilitation of these children. For these conditions, infants may need to remain in a prone position for 12-16 hours daily, or even longer. While this prolonged posture is highly effective for recovery, it also places significant physiological and psychological stress on the child, easily leading to pressure sores on the affected areas. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a breathable mattress that provides greater comfort and reduces pressure sores in the prone position. Utility Model Content

[0003] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, this utility model provides a special pressure ulcer prevention mattress for prone positioning with ventilation, which is effective in preventing pressure ulcers, highly comfortable, safe, portable and easy to maintain.

[0004] A pressure-relief mattress for prone positioning includes a latex air-cushioned mattress for relieving chest and abdominal pressure, a headrest attached to the upper part of the latex air-cushioned mattress, and a plurality of ventilation holes penetrating the latex air-cushioned mattress. These ventilation holes help to expel moisture from inside the mattress, reducing dampness, preventing the growth of mold and bacteria, and reducing pressure on the body's contact surface with the mattress, thereby improving patient comfort while lying on the mattress.

[0005] The latex air-adjustable mattress consists of two layers. The first layer is a latex pad, and an inflatable pad is attached to the bottom of the latex pad. The latex pad and the inflatable pad are the same size. Latex has natural antibacterial and anti-mite properties, and it has good breathability and support. As the skin contact surface for children, it can reduce the occurrence of skin diseases and respiratory diseases, and provide a more comfortable sleeping environment. The inflatable pad is made of PU material, and the air inlet is located at the end of the mattress. When it is not in use, the air can be released, and the device can be folded for easier carrying.

[0006] The headrest is detachably connected to the latex air-adjustable cushion via a Velcro connection layer.

[0007] The ventilation holes are evenly distributed on the latex air-conditioning pad;

[0008] Several fixing straps are provided on the top of the headrest and on the left and right sides of the latex air-adjustable mattress; the fixing straps can fix the headrest to the head of the bed and fix the latex air-adjustable mattress to the sides of the bed to prevent the device from moving or slipping off.

[0009] As a further technical improvement, the thickness of the latex pad layer is 5-10cm, and the maximum thickness of the inflatable pad layer is 15-20cm when the gas is sufficient.

[0010] As a further technical improvement, the headrest has a hollowed-out area in the middle for breathing, which can reduce pressure on the neck and keep breathing unobstructed.

[0011] As a further technological improvement, the headrest is a water pillow, with water or gel as the main filling material; the water pillow can be adjusted according to the shape of the child's head and neck because water can flow and adapt to different pressure points; and it can regulate temperature because water can absorb and release heat.

[0012] As a further technical improvement, the vent is circular, and inside the vent is a central circular partition and three fan-shaped partitions evenly distributed around the circular partition. The circular partition and the fan-shaped partitions are fixedly connected, and the fan-shaped partitions are connected to the inner wall of the vent. The circular partition and the three fan-shaped partitions cooperate to create three ventilation adjustment compartments. The ventilation adjustment device includes an adjustment handle in the middle and three fan-shaped baffles distributed around the adjustment handle. The adjustment handle is pivotally connected to the circular partition, and the fan-shaped baffles and the ventilation adjustment compartments are shaped to fit together. In use, the adjustment handle can be turned as needed to adjust the ventilation area of ​​each vent.

[0013] As a further technical improvement, the fixing strap is a pair of snap-on fixing straps, consisting of a fixing sub-strap and a fixing mother strap, and the fixing strap is equipped with a length adjustment buckle.

[0014] The working principle of this utility model:

[0015] When using, assemble the headrest and latex air mattress, inflate the air mattress layer, lay it flat on the bed, and pass the fixing straps through the headboard and side rails of the bed and secure the buckles; place the child in a prone position on the latex air mattress with their head on the headrest; after use, remove the headrest, release the air, and store the headrest and latex air mattress together in a dry and ventilated place.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0017] 1. The present invention offers high comfort: the latex pad layer provides a soft and comfortable touch, adapting to the child's body curves, while the water pillow material headrest provides additional support and temperature regulation, together enhancing sleep comfort.

[0018] 2. This invention can prevent pressure sores: The design of the latex air cushion disperses pressure and reduces the risk of pressure sores, especially for children who have been in a prone position for a long time.

[0019] 3. This utility model has good safety: the fixing strap can prevent the mattress from sliding during use, ensuring that the user maintains a stable posture while sleeping and reducing the risk of falling.

[0020] 4. This utility model is convenient to carry and easy to maintain: The detachable headrest and the inflatable design of the lower layer of the latex air-adjustable cushion make this device easier to clean and maintain, as well as convenient to carry and store. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a top view of the structure of this utility model.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the ventilation regulating device described in this utility model.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the ventilation regulating grid described in this utility model.

[0025] Attached image labels:

[0026] 1-Latex adjustable cushion, 11-Latex pad layer, 12-Inflatable pad layer, 2-Headrest, 21-Hook and loop fastener connecting layer, 3-Ventilation hole, 31-Ventilation adjustment grid, 32-Ventilation adjustment device, 321-Adjustment handle, 322-Fan-shaped baffle, 4-Fixing strap, 41-Fixing sub-strap, 42-Fixing main strap. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0028] Example 1: A pressure-resistant mattress for prone positioning with ventilation, comprising a latex air-adjustable pad 1 for relieving chest and abdominal pressure, a headrest 2 connected to the upper end of the latex air-adjustable pad 1, and a plurality of ventilation holes 3 penetrating the latex air-adjustable pad 1. The ventilation holes 3 help to expel moisture from inside the mattress, reduce dampness, prevent the growth of mold and bacteria, and reduce the pressure on the body contact surface of the mattress, thereby improving the patient's comfort when lying on the mattress.

[0029] The latex air-adjustable mattress consists of two layers. The first layer is a latex pad layer 11, and an inflatable pad layer 12 is attached to the bottom of the latex pad layer 11. The latex pad layer 11 and the inflatable pad layer 12 are the same size. Latex has natural antibacterial and anti-mite properties, and it has good breathability and support. As a skin contact surface for children, it can reduce the occurrence of skin diseases and respiratory diseases, and provide a more comfortable sleeping environment. The inflatable pad layer 12 is made of PU material, and the air inlet is located at the end of the mattress. When it is not in use, the air can be released, and the device can be folded for easier carrying.

[0030] The headrest 2 is detachably connected to the latex air-adjustable cushion 1 via a Velcro connecting layer 21.

[0031] The ventilation holes 3 are evenly distributed on the latex air-conditioning pad 1;

[0032] Several fixing straps 4 are respectively provided on the top of the headrest 2 and on the left and right sides of the latex air-adjustable mattress 1; the fixing straps 4 can fix the headrest 2 to the head of the bed and fix the latex air-adjustable mattress 1 to both sides of the bed to prevent the device from moving or slipping.

[0033] Example 2: The difference from Example 1 is that the thickness of the latex pad 11 is 5cm, and the maximum thickness of the inflatable pad 12 is 15cm when the gas is sufficient.

[0034] Example 3: The difference from Example 2 is that the thickness of the latex pad 11 is 7cm, the maximum thickness of the inflatable pad 12 is 17cm when the gas is sufficient, and the headrest 2 has a hollow area in the middle for breathing. The hollow area can reduce pressure on the neck and keep breathing unobstructed.

[0035] Example 4: The difference from Example 3 is that the thickness of the latex pad 11 is 10cm, the maximum thickness of the inflatable pad 12 is 20cm when the gas is sufficient, and the head pillow 2 is a water pillow with water or gel as the main filling material; the water pillow can be adjusted according to the shape of the child's head and neck because water can flow and adapt to different pressure points; and it can regulate temperature because water can absorb and release heat.

[0036] Example 5: Unlike Example 4, the ventilation hole 3 has a central circular partition and three evenly distributed fan-shaped partitions around it. The circular partition and the fan-shaped partitions are fixedly connected, and the fan-shaped partitions are connected to the inner wall of the ventilation hole 3. The circular partition and the three fan-shaped partitions cooperate to create three ventilation adjustment compartments 31. Each ventilation hole 3 is equipped with a ventilation adjustment device 32. The ventilation adjustment device 32 includes an adjustment handle 321 in the middle and three fan-shaped baffles 322 distributed around the adjustment handle 321. The adjustment handle 321 is pivotally connected to the circular partition, and the fan-shaped baffles 322 and the ventilation adjustment compartments 31 are shaped to fit each other. In use, the adjustment handle 321 can be twisted as needed to adjust the ventilation area of ​​each ventilation hole 3.

[0037] Example 6: The difference from Example 5 is that the fixing strap 4 is a pair of snap-on fixing straps, which are divided into a fixing sub-strap 41 and a fixing mother strap 42. The fixing strap 4 is equipped with a length adjustment buckle.

[0038] How this embodiment works:

[0039] When using, assemble the head pillow 2 and the latex adjustable air mattress 1, inflate the inflatable mattress layer 12, lay it flat on the bed, and pass the fixing straps 4 through the headboard and the side rails of the bed and fix the buckles; place the child in a prone position on the latex adjustable air mattress 1 with the head on the head pillow 2; after use, remove the head pillow 2, release the air, and store the head pillow 2 and the latex adjustable air mattress 1 together in a dry and ventilated place.

[0040] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present invention, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other variations or modifications can be made based on the above description; it is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here; however, obvious variations or modifications derived therefrom are still within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A pressure-relieving mattress for prone positioning, comprising a latex air-adjustable pad (1) for relieving chest and abdominal pressure, a headrest (2) connected to the upper end of the latex air-adjustable pad (1), and a plurality of ventilation holes (3) penetrating the latex air-adjustable pad (1), characterized in that: The latex air cushion (1) is divided into two layers. The first layer is a latex pad layer (11). An inflatable pad layer (12) is attached to the bottom of the latex pad layer (11). The latex pad layer (11) and the inflatable pad layer (12) are the same size. The headrest (2) is detachably connected to the latex air-conditioning cushion (1) via a Velcro connection layer (21); The ventilation holes (3) are evenly distributed on the latex air conditioning pad (1); Several fixing straps (4) are provided on the top of the headrest (2) and on the left and right sides of the latex air cushion (1).

2. The prone ventilation anti-pressure sore mattress according to claim 1, characterized in that: The latex pad layer (11) has a thickness of 5-10cm, and the inflatable pad layer (12) has a maximum thickness of 15-20cm when the gas is sufficient.

3. The prone ventilation anti-pressure sore mattress according to claim 1, characterized in that: The headrest (2) has a hollowed-out area in the middle for breathing.

4. The prone ventilation anti-pressure sore mattress according to claim 3, characterized in that: The headrest (2) is a water pillow, with water or gel as the main filling material.

5. A prone ventilation mattress for preventing pressure sores according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ventilation hole (3) is circular. Inside the ventilation hole (3), there is a circular partition in the center and three fan-shaped partitions evenly distributed around the circular partition. The circular partition and the fan-shaped partitions are fixedly connected. The fan-shaped partitions are connected to the inner wall of the ventilation hole (3). The circular partition and the three fan-shaped partitions work together to separate three ventilation adjustment compartments (31). Each ventilation hole (3) is equipped with a ventilation adjustment device (32). The ventilation adjustment device (32) includes an adjustment handle (321) in the middle and three fan-shaped baffles (322) distributed around the adjustment handle (321). The adjustment handle (321) is pivotally connected to the circular partition. The fan-shaped baffles (322) and the ventilation adjustment compartments (31) are shaped to fit each other.

6. The prone ventilation anti-pressure sore mattress according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing strap (4) is a pair of snap-on fixing straps, which are divided into a fixing sub-strap (41) and a fixing mother strap (42).