The HoverMatt® Single-Patient Use (SPU) Link features all of the trusted benefits of the original HoverMatt SPU combined with unique connecting straps that attach to the bedframe. The Velcro® connecting straps reduce the need for boosting and improve patient comfort, and keep the SPU Link in place on the bed. The inflated mattress cradles the patient while moving them in a stable position, eliminating skin shear and bruising while providing maximum comfort to the patient.
The SPU Link is the first in HoverTech’s new product line of HoverMatt SPUs with enhanced breathability, providing an elevated standard of care for patient handling and pressure injury prevention.
- Highly breathable fabric allows for greater moisture vapor exchange and quicker moisture evaporation
- Velcro® connecting straps keep the SPU Link in place on the bed
- Inflated mattress cradles the patient while moving them in a stable position, eliminating skin shear and bruising while providing maximum comfort to the patient
- Av 80-90% reduction in force required to move the patient when the SPU Link is fully inflated1
- Velcro patient safety straps allow the patient to feel safe and at ease; they also function as additional connecting straps to facilitate patient egress
- Supports Safe Patient Handling recommendations and guidelines for increased healthcare worker safety from OSHA, AORN, NAON, and ANA
1. J. Barry, ‘The HoverMatt System for Patient Transfer: Enhancing Productivity, Efficiency and Safety’, JONA, Vol. 36, No. 3, 2006, pp 114-117
The HoverMatt® Air Transfer System is used to assist caregivers with patient transfers, positioning, turning and proning. The HoverTech Air Supply inflates the HoverMatt to cushion and cradle the patient, while air simultaneously escapes from the holes on the underside, reducing the force needed to move the patient by 80-90%1.
1. J. Barry, ‘The HoverMatt System for Patient Transfer: Enhancing Productivity, Efficiency and Safety’, JONA, Vol. 36, No. 3, 2006, pp 114-117
INDICATIONS
- Patients unable to assist in their own lateral transfer
- Patients whose weight or girth poses a potential health risk for the caregivers responsible for repositioning or laterally transferring said patients
CONTRAINDICATIONS
- Patients who are experiencing thoracic, cervical or lumbar fractures that are deemed unstable should not use the HoverMatt unless a clinical decision has been made by your facility.
Hospitals, long term or extended care facilities.
Material | Top: Non-woven polypropylene fibre Bottom: Nylon twill |
Construction | Sewn |
Width | 34″ (86 cm), 39″ (99 cm) |
Length | 78″ (198 cm) |
Max Patient Weight | 544 kg |
Compatible Device | HTAIR2300 Air Supply Unit |
More Info | Latex Free If a HoverMatt® SPU Link is laundered, it will no longer inflate when connected to the air supply. The “DO NOT WASH” label at the foot-end of the product will dissolve and state “DISCARD IMMEDIATELY”. |
Product Code | Product Name | Dimensions | QTY | Max Weight |
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MHHT-HMSPU-LINK-34BX | HoverMatt Single Patient Use LINK 34″ | 86 cm W x 198 cm L | Box of 10 | 544 kg SWL |
MHHT-HMSPU-LINK-39BX | HoverMatt Single Patient Use LINK 39″ | 99 cm W x 198 cm L | Box of 10 | 544 kg SWL |
HoverTech International’s mission is to meet the need for patient transfer and positioning solutions with innovation, compassion, reliable service, and quality products that deliver significant savings to the customer.
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