How to choose the right mattress

How does the risk of developing pressure sores affect the choice of mattress?
Comfort medical mattresses cover a broad need for base mattresses in nursing. The table below is based on different pressure load measurements we have made and it may be of help when deciding on the type of mattress needed. However, please note that each user can have their own unique needs and these must always be considered when choosing mattresses.

How does the design of the sprung base affect the choice of mattress?
An inelastic sprung base, as a rule, requires a thicker mattress to obtain a good pressure relieving effect. In comparable pressure measurements, we have observed that with the Comfort bed's sprung bases, the pressure can be reduced by up to ca 13% compared to solid bed bases (varies, depending on the user's unique requirements)!

How does the use of bed rails affect the choice of mattress?
If the mattress is used together with bed rails, you must ensure that the distance from the mattress's upper edge to the top edge of the bed rails, in the up position, is at least 22 cm. Otherwise, the bed rails do NOT constitute an approved protection according to the European bed standard EN1970! Naturally, the thicker the mattress the harder it is to meet this requirement!