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Prevention of decubitus ulcer by an elastomere matrix cushion |
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| Authors: | G E Piérard |
| Affiliation: | Service de Dermatologie, H?pital de Bavière, Liège. |
| Abstract: | We have measured and compared the mechanical properties of the skin, muscles and of a cushion designed to prevent bedsores. The mechanical properties of the tested material are intermediate to those of skin and muscles. They permit an even and optimal distribution of the pressures on the skin. |
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