BATESVILLE, Ind., Sept. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Hill-Rom (NYSE: HRC)
today announced the introduction of the Hill-Rom® P500 Therapy
Surface with sophisticated treatment features and added
versatility, now making it compatible with most flat deck bed
systems.
"Our customers have been very pleased with our P500 Therapy
Surfaces that were recently introduced with custom design for our
VersaCare® and our TotalCare® bed systems," said Mary Butler, vice president, Global Product
Management for Hill-Rom. "These surfaces really resonate with our
customers because they are easy to use and they provide key safety
features to help caregivers effectively treat their patients. Now
we are introducing the Hill-Rom P500 system with even more
versatility as it can be paired with most flat deck beds. That
makes this surface a perfect option for purchase with new beds, as
a replacement surface for existing beds or as a therapy surface
that can be rented."
She added, "Caregivers are really looking for a therapy surface
to help keep their patients safe and to prevent or help heal skin
issues like pressure ulcers. This surface brings together
state-of-the-art technology that accomplishes that goal, while
still being easy to use and comfortable for the patient."
The Hill-Rom P500 Therapy Surface offers a mix of key features,
including:
- Weight-based pressure redistribution supporting patients up to
500 pounds
- Advanced Microclimate® Technology, which is the most advanced
low air loss system available
- Turn Assist with "confirm rails up" feature to aid the
caregiver in turning the patient left or right
- Audible and visual Bed Exit, 30-degree Head-of-Bed and
RemindMe™ alarms to help reduce the risk of caregiver and patient
injury
- Shear-resistant material and a real-time pressure
redistribution algorithm that offers shear and friction management,
protecting the skin
- nano Ag+® technology with SmartSilver® ticking, protecting the
surface from stain and odor-causing bacteria
- Comfort Adjust to optimize patient comfort within the
therapeutic range
The Hill-Rom P500 Therapy Surface will be featured at the
Clinical Symposium on Advances in Skin & Wound Care (CSCW)
being held in Orlando, Florida,
September 30 through October 3, 2010.
Hill-Rom representatives will be available at booth #307 at
CSCW.
ABOUT HILL-ROM HOLDINGS, INC.
Hill-Rom is a leading worldwide manufacturer and provider of
medical technologies and related services for the health care
industry, including patient support systems, safe mobility and
handling solutions, non-invasive therapeutic products for a variety
of acute and chronic medical conditions, medical equipment rentals
and information technology solutions. Hill-Rom's
comprehensive product and service offerings are used by health care
providers across the health care continuum and around the world in
hospitals, extended care facilities and home care settings to
enhance the safety and quality of patient care.
Hill-Rom... enhancing outcomes for patients and their
caregivers.
www.hill-rom.com
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