How Repose Works

The New Repose® range is manufactured from the same specialised thermoplastic polyurethane film (TPU), a multi-stretch, moisture vapour permeable material which provides a non-allergenic, soft and smooth user interface minimising friction, reducing shear and consequential tissue damage.

Clinical benefit is provided by a unique combination of 3 key design elements

1. The single cell design

One single air cell provides optimal pressure redistribution across the total body contact area. Repose is a reactive mattress, even small movements result in interface pressure being equalised across the entire interface.

2. The material

The specialised TPU film is highly conformable and minimises deformation of underlying tissue. The risk of hypoxia and tissue damage is greatly reduced. TPU is moisture vapour permeable reducing the risk of maceration. TPU stretches up to 6 times in every direction for optimum patient support and comfort. TPU provides a soft and smooth user interface minimising friction and shear forces.

3. Patented pump & valve technology

Patented ‘smart valve’ technology automatically closes when Repose internal pressure reaches 0.2psi. Extensive use has demonstrated 0.2psi to be optimal for pressure redistribution and clinical efficacy. Exhausts excess air for maximum patient support, comfort and clinical benefit Provides reassurance that Repose has not been be over or under-inflated