An overlay mattress provides an added layer of comfort to the body that comes recommended for patients undergoing physiotherapy, recuperating from a back surgery or those with weak joints. At hospitals, an overlay pad plays a pivotal role in making sure that a patient receives sound sleep without worrying about bed sores.
Overlay pads come in various thicknesses.
Commercially, overlay mattress pads come in 2”, 3” and 4” thickness, but these can also be custom-made as per the health care institution’s requirements. For most cases, 3” thickness works just fine.
Responsive to body temperature.
A mattress overlay for bed sores responds to body heat and only softens around the area where a person rests, while the rest of the mattress remains firm.
Aids in a speedy recovery.
One of the best benefits that come from having an overlay pad is that it aids in speedy recovery after a surgery or an injury, at the time when a patient’s body is the most delicate. An overlay mattress provides comfort and relaxation, which are the key to recovery
Even supports heavy individuals.
Not only bariatric mattresses but the effectiveness of 4” mattress overlay pads of the correct foam construction also prevents bed sores among heavy individuals.
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