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UNIQUE FEATURES |
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Foam |
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STM Healthcare mattresses are designed to benefit both patient and nursing staff, using quality Recticel foams. These include new antimicrobial foams and Safeguard® foam, a premier high resilient foam for optimum pressure care. Safeguard® has a robust cell structure that provides free flow of air beneath the patient and promotes freedom of movement on the mattress surface. |
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Mattress Covers |
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Where appropriate STM Healthcare mattresses incorporate hydrolysis resistant covers to prevent strikethrough. All covers are wipe clean yet water vapour permeable and resistant to house dust mite. They also have a smooth friction reducing surface with superior multi-stretch characteristics for enhanced pressure care. |
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Infection Control |
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STM Healthcare mattresses are available with high frequency welded seams with water resistant zips to protect against ingress of fluid. All mattresses include an anti-microbial ingredient in the fabric coating and in addition, The STM bio-MAX™ mattress is manufactured using anti-microbial foam. |
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CLINICAL EVALUATION |
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On-going independent trials, evaluations and case studies have consistently shown the clinical effectiveness of the STM Healthcare mattress range. Linknurse and Prima mattresses undergo continuous ward trials, up to a period of five years. |
