Prone position ventilation mattress

By designing a face pressure relief pad, an upper body pressure relief pad, and a detachable central support pad for the prone ventilation mattress, the problems of comfort and genital pressure during prone ventilation therapy have been solved, thereby improving patient comfort and safety.

CN224141100UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-21THE FIRST AFFILIATED HOSPITAL OF GUANGXI UNIV OF TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE (GUANGXI TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE HOSPITAL)
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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
THE FIRST AFFILIATED HOSPITAL OF GUANGXI UNIV OF TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE (GUANGXI TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE HOSPITAL)
Filing Date
2025-05-16
Publication Date
2026-04-21

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Technical Problem

In current prone ventilation therapy, patient comfort is difficult to guarantee, especially for male patients whose genitals are easily compressed, and a large amount of analgesics are required, which increases the risk and workload of medical staff.

Method used

A prone ventilation mattress has been designed, which includes a face pressure relief pad, an upper body pressure relief pad, and a removable central support pad. The central support pad is a hollow square or ring shape, which is suitable for men to prevent pressure on the genitals. For women, it can be replaced with a square pillow. Combined with a water-filled pad and Velcro fastening, it can improve comfort and safety.

Benefits of technology

The design of the pressure-reducing pad and removable support pad significantly improves patient comfort and safety, reduces the risk of genital pressure, expands the scope of use, and reduces dependence on analgesics.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of medical auxiliary devices, and particularly relates to a prone position ventilation mattress which comprises a mattress body, the mattress body is sleeved with a mattress cover, and grabbing lugs are arranged on the two sides of the mattress cover. A first water cushion is also arranged in the mattress cover, and the first water cushion is arranged on the mattress body; a face decompression pad, an upper body decompression pad and a middle supporting pad are fixedly arranged on the mattress cover respectively, and the middle supporting pad is detachably arranged and is a U-shaped or annular body. The prostrate position ventilation device has a good decompression effect on the face and the upper body of a patient performing prostrate position ventilation, can prevent genital organs of a male patient from being pressed when the male patient performs prostrate position ventilation, has a good protection effect on the genital organs of the male patient, and improves the comfort level of the patient.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical auxiliary device technology, specifically to a prone ventilation mattress. Background Technology

[0002] In medical treatment, patients often need to adjust their lying positions to facilitate examinations and treatments by doctors and medical staff. The prone position, with its advantages of significantly improving lung oxygenation and reducing mortality, is being increasingly widely used in the treatment of patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), severe lung infections, and extensive burns. Prone ventilation is currently an important method for treating severe ARDS, and numerous studies have confirmed its ability to improve oxygenation and prognosis in patients with severe ARDS. Prone ventilation improves ventilation / perfusion, promotes lung re-expansion, reduces respiratory rate and work of breathing, and promotes drainage of secretions, thereby improving oxygenation.

[0003] Currently, prone ventilation is generally used for intubated patients, requiring more than 12 hours of prone ventilation per day. It also necessitates high doses of analgesics and sedatives, increasing the risks of circulatory instability, pressure sores, and kinking or dislodgement of various tubes. Regular turning of the patient is also required, necessitating multiple people to assist, further increasing the workload of medical staff. Additionally, several patient pillows are needed, pre-positioned to assist in maintaining the prone position, making it difficult to guarantee comfort. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems, this utility model provides a prone ventilation mattress. This prone ventilation mattress provides excellent pressure relief for the face and upper body of patients undergoing prone ventilation, and can prevent pressure on the genitals of male patients during prone ventilation, thus providing good protection for the male patient's genitals and improving patient comfort.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0006] A prone ventilation mattress includes a mattress body, an outer mattress cover, and two side grips on the mattress cover. A first water cushion is located inside the mattress cover and is positioned on the mattress body. A face pressure-relieving pad, an upper body pressure-relieving pad, and a central support pad are fixedly mounted on the mattress cover. The central support pad is detachable and is a square or ring-shaped structure with a central hollow section.

[0007] Furthermore, in this invention, two face pressure relief pads are provided, and the two face pressure relief pads are arranged at an interval from left to right.

[0008] In this utility model, the facial pressure relief pad further includes a first pillowcase, which is fixed to the mattress cover, and a matching second water pad is provided inside the first pillowcase.

[0009] In this utility model, the upper body pressure relief pad includes a second pillowcase, which is fixed to the mattress cover, and a matching first pillow core is provided inside the second pillowcase.

[0010] Furthermore, in this invention, both the first pillowcase and the second water cushion are circular, while both the second pillowcase and the first pillow core are square.

[0011] Furthermore, in this invention, the central support pad is detachably connected to the mattress cover via Velcro, the central support pad includes a square third pillowcase, the third pillowcase is detachably connected to the mattress cover via Velcro, and the third pillowcase contains a matching second pillow core.

[0012] In this utility model, the central support pad includes a ring-shaped third pillowcase, which is detachably connected to the mattress cover via Velcro. The third pillowcase has a support ring inside, and the support ring is covered with a cotton layer. The support ring and the cotton layer together form a ring that fits the third pillowcase. The support ring has a weight-reducing part, which is a groove on the support ring.

[0013] Furthermore, in this utility model, the first pillowcase, the second pillowcase, and the third pillowcase are all equipped with zippers, and the first pillowcase and the second pillowcase are both sewn onto the mattress cover.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model achieves at least the following beneficial effects:

[0015] This invention incorporates a first water cushion within the mattress cover, which provides effective pressure relief for patients lying prone on the mattress. Simultaneously, the mattress cover is fitted with a face pressure-relief cushion, an upper body pressure-relief cushion, and a central support cushion, all of which are detachable and designed in a U-shape or ring shape. The face and upper body pressure-relief cushions effectively reduce pressure on the face and upper body of patients undergoing prone ventilation, improving patient comfort. This central support cushion also prevents pressure on the genitals of male patients during prone ventilation, providing good protection. For female patients, the central support cushion can be removed and replaced with a square pillow for positioning. Therefore, this central support cushion makes this invention suitable for different patients, expanding its application range and further improving patient comfort. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a prone ventilation mattress according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the mattress cover in a prone ventilation mattress according to this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a prone ventilation mattress according to Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the support ring structure in a prone ventilation mattress according to Embodiment 2 of this utility model.

[0020] In the diagram, 1-mattress cover, 2-mattress body, 3-first water cushion, 4-ear grip, 5-face pressure relief cushion, 51-first pillowcase, 6-upper body pressure relief cushion, 61-second pillowcase, 7-middle support cushion, 71-third pillowcase, 72-support ring, 73-groove. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0022] It should be noted that when a component is described as "fixed to" another component, it can be directly on the other component or may have a component in between. When a component is considered "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or may have a component in between. When a component is considered "set on" another component, it can be directly set on the other component or may have a component in between. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this document are for illustrative purposes only.

[0023] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used herein in the description of the invention is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0024] Example 1

[0025] Please also see Figure 1 and Figure 2A prone-position ventilated mattress includes a mattress body 2, covered by a mattress cover 1. The mattress cover 1 has handles 4 on both sides for easy handling. The handles 4 extend to the sides of the mattress body 2 for better stability. One or two handles 4 can be provided on each side of the mattress cover 1; in this embodiment, two handles are preferred, spaced apart on each side for easier handling. The mattress cover 1 has a zipper for easy opening. A first water cushion 3 is also provided inside the mattress cover 1, located on the mattress body 2. Since prone ventilation requires maintaining this position for at least 6 hours per session, the first water cushion 3 inside the mattress cover 1 provides excellent pressure relief. The mattress cover 1 also has a face pressure-relieving pad 5, an upper body pressure-relieving pad 6, and a central support pad 7. The central support pad 7 is detachable and is a square with a hollow center, i.e., an elliptical hollow section in the center of the square pillow. When the patient is male, the central support pad 7 prevents pressure on the genitals during prone ventilation, providing good protection for the male patient's genitals. When the patient is female, the central support pad 7 with its openwork section can be removed and replaced with a square pillow (without an openwork section in the middle). Therefore, the detachable central support pad 7 makes this invention suitable for different patients, expanding its application range.

[0026] In this embodiment, two facial pressure relief pads 5 are provided, and the two facial pressure relief pads 5 are spaced apart by 1-3 cm, so that the left and right sides of the patient's face can be supported on one facial pressure relief pad 5 respectively when lying prone, so as to play a good pressure relief role.

[0027] Specifically, the facial pressure-relieving cushion 5 includes a first pillowcase 51, which is sewn onto the mattress cover 1. A second water-filled cushion, adapted to the first pillowcase 51, is placed inside the first pillowcase 51 to secure it and prevent movement. In this embodiment, both the first pillowcase 51 and the second water-filled cushion are circular. The water-filled cushion can be made by filling a latex cover with water; warm water can be used to create a cushion that provides warmth. Of course, other embodiments may also use existing dedicated water-filled cushions (such as existing circular water-filled cushions).

[0028] The upper body pressure relief pad 6 includes a second pillowcase 61 and a first pillow core that fits inside the second pillowcase 61. The first pillowcase 61 is sewn onto the mattress cover 1. Both the second pillowcase 61 and the first pillow core are square in shape, similar to existing square pillows, so that the upper body of the patient can be well relieved by the support of this upper body pressure relief pad 6 when lying prone, thus improving the patient's comfort.

[0029] In this embodiment, the central support pad 7 is detachably connected to the mattress cover 1 via Velcro. The central support pad 7 includes a square third pillowcase 71 with a hollow center. The third pillowcase 71 is detachably connected to the mattress cover 1 via Velcro, meaning one to three Velcro strips are provided between the third pillowcase 71 and the mattress cover 1. One side of the Velcro strip is connected to the third pillowcase 71, and the other side is connected to the mattress cover 1. A second pillow core, which is adapted to fit inside the third pillowcase 71, is also provided. Both the third pillowcase 71 and the second pillow core are square with a hollow center. The hollow center prevents pressure on the genitals of male patients during prone ventilation, providing good protection for the male patient's genitals. When a female patient uses this prone ventilation mattress, the central support pad 7 can be removed and replaced with a square pillow (without a hollow center).

[0030] In addition, the first pillowcase 51, the second pillowcase 61, and the third pillowcase 71 are all equipped with zippers. These zippers facilitate the insertion, removal, and securing of the water-filled mattress or pillow core, as well as the replacement and washing of the pillowcases. Furthermore, the zippers are located on the side of the pillowcases to prevent pressure and discomfort when the patient lies prone.

[0031] Example 2

[0032] Please also see Figures 2 to 4 A prone-position ventilated mattress includes a mattress body 2, covered by a mattress cover 1. Both sides of the mattress cover 1 have handles 4 for easy handling. The handles 4 extend to the sides of the mattress body 2 for better fixation. One or two handles 4 can be provided on each side of the mattress cover 1; in this embodiment, two handles are preferred, spaced apart on each side for easier handling. The mattress cover 1 has a zipper for easy opening. A first water cushion 3 is also provided inside the mattress cover 1, located on the mattress body 2. Since prone ventilation requires maintaining this position for at least 6 hours per session, the first water cushion 3 inside the mattress cover 1 provides excellent pressure relief. A face pressure-reducing pad 5, an upper body pressure-reducing pad 6, and a central support pad 7 are fixed to the mattress cover 1. The central support pad 7 is annular and removable. When the patient is male, the annular central support pad 7 prevents pressure on the genitals during prone ventilation, providing good protection for the male patient's genitals. When the patient is female, the annular central support pad 7 can be removed and replaced with a square pillow (without a perforated center). Therefore, the detachable central support pad 7 makes this invention suitable for different patients, expanding its application range.

[0033] In this embodiment, two facial pressure relief pads 5 are provided, and the two facial pressure relief pads 5 are spaced apart by 1-3 cm, so that the left and right sides of the patient's face can be supported on one facial pressure relief pad 5 respectively when lying prone, so as to play a good pressure relief role.

[0034] Specifically, the facial pressure-relieving cushion 5 includes a first pillowcase 51, which is sewn onto the mattress cover 1. A second water-filled cushion, adapted to the first pillowcase 51, is placed inside the first pillowcase 51 to secure it and prevent movement. In this embodiment, both the first pillowcase 51 and the second water-filled cushion are circular. The water-filled cushion can be made by filling a latex cover with water; warm water can be used to create a warming effect. Alternatively, other embodiments may use existing dedicated water-filled cushions (such as square water-filled cushions).

[0035] The upper body pressure relief pad 6 includes a second pillowcase 61 and a first pillow core that fits inside the second pillowcase 61. The first pillowcase 61 is sewn onto the mattress cover 1. Both the second pillowcase 61 and the first pillow core are square in shape, similar to existing square pillows, so that the upper body of the patient can be well relieved by the support of this upper body pressure relief pad 6 when lying prone, thus improving the patient's comfort.

[0036] In this embodiment, the central support pad 7 includes a ring-shaped third pillowcase 71, which is detachably connected to the mattress cover 1 via Velcro. One to three Velcro straps are provided between the third pillowcase 71 and the mattress cover 1, with one side of the Velcro strap connected to the third pillowcase 71 and the other side connected to the mattress cover 1. A support ring 72 is provided inside the third pillowcase 71, providing good support and extending the service life of the central support pad 7. This prevents the central support pad 7 from flattening and failing to provide adequate support after prolonged use of the prone ventilation mattress. The support ring 72 is covered with a cotton layer, which can be made of sponge or cotton, to provide good cushioning and pressure relief when the patient is prone. The support ring 72 and its outer cotton layer form a ring that fits the third pillowcase 71, securing it within the third pillowcase 71. To reduce the overall weight of the central support pad 7, a weight-reducing part, namely a groove 73, is provided on the support ring 72. The combination of the third pillowcase 71, support ring 72, and cotton layer prevents pressure on the genitals of male patients during prone ventilation, providing good protection for their genitals. When female patients use this prone ventilation mattress, the central support pad 7 can be removed and replaced with a square pillow (without a perforated center).

[0037] In addition, the first pillowcase 51, the second pillowcase 61, and the third pillowcase 71 are all equipped with zippers. These zippers facilitate the insertion, removal, and securing of the water-filled mattress or pillow core, as well as the replacement and washing of the pillowcases. Furthermore, the zippers are located on the side of the pillowcases to prevent pressure and discomfort when the patient lies prone.

Claims

1. A prone position ventilation mattress comprising a mattress body (2), characterized in that, The mattress body (2) is covered with a mattress cover (1), and the mattress cover (1) has grab ears (4) on both sides; the mattress cover (1) is also provided with a first water cushion (3), which is located on the mattress body (2); the mattress cover (1) is respectively fixed with a face pressure relief cushion (5), an upper body pressure relief cushion (6) and a middle support cushion (7), the middle support cushion (7) is detachable, and the middle support cushion (7) is a square or ring-shaped body with a hollow center.

2. The prone positioning ventilation mattress of claim 1, wherein, Two face pressure relief pads (5) are provided, and the two face pressure relief pads (5) are spaced apart from each other.

3. The prone positioning ventilation mattress of claim 1, wherein, The face pressure relief pad (5) includes a first pillowcase (51), which is fixed to the mattress cover (1), and a matching second water pad is provided inside the first pillowcase (51).

4. The prone positioning ventilation mattress of claim 3, wherein, The upper body pressure relief pad (6) includes a second pillowcase (61), which is fixed to the mattress cover (1). The second pillowcase (61) is provided with a matching first pillow core.

5. The prone positioning ventilation mattress of claim 4, wherein, The first pillowcase (51) and the second water cushion are both round, while the second pillowcase (61) and the first pillow core are both square.

6. The prone positioning ventilation mattress of claim 5, wherein, The central support pad (7) is detachably connected to the mattress cover (1) via Velcro. The central support pad (7) includes a square third pillowcase (71). The third pillowcase (71) is detachably connected to the mattress cover (1) via Velcro. The third pillowcase (71) contains a matching second pillow core.

7. The prone positioning ventilation mattress of claim 1, wherein, The central support pad (7) includes a ring-shaped third pillowcase (71), which is detachably connected to the mattress cover (1) via Velcro. The third pillowcase (71) has a support ring (72) inside, and the support ring (72) is covered with a cotton layer. The support ring (72) and the cotton layer it covers form a ring that fits the third pillowcase (71). The support ring (72) has a weight-reducing part, which is a groove (73) on the support ring (72).

8. The prone positioning ventilation mattress of claim 6, wherein, The first pillowcase (51), the second pillowcase (61) and the third pillowcase (71) are all equipped with zippers. The first pillowcase (51) and the second pillowcase (61) are both sewn onto the mattress cover (1).