Wednesday, November 9, 2011

What kind of mattress is suitable for adults?

Suffer from incontinence can be very uncomfortable, it mainly affects older people but can be affected at any age. Fortunately, there are now accessories that make life a lot and avoid the inconvenience and embarrassment. The mattress in particular, can limit the damage associated with bedwetting in your bed now dry. Let's see what kind of mattress is suitable for adults.

There are several types of netting: wheelchair to bed, disposable, reusable, their size and absorptive capacity also vary. We must therefore make his choice according to his needs. Some brands offer these products that are neither more nor less than a waterproof sheet to protect the mattress.

Let's start with size: standard mattress sizes are usually 60 x 40 cm, 60 x 60 cm, 60 x 90 cm and can reach 180 x 90 cm to cover the entire mattress. Depending on the severity of incontinence and nocturnal movements also be selected a mattress cover more or less. Obviously, individuals who move very little at night, during sleep, be content with a small mattress. However, a large mattress can be very convenient not only to use but also to install. Generally, the higher the draw sheet, the greater its absorptive capacity is important. But there are small mattress that are also highly absorbent: generally, the mattress can absorb between 700 and 2600 ml of liquid. This feature is mentioned on the package, it is important to check before you buy.

Netting between disposable and reusable, the choice must also be made according to their expectations and resources. As with handkerchiefs or diapers, some prefer to invest in reusable and clean or machine or through specialized services. While others opt for the ease with disposable products. However, it is obviously necessary to buy new mattress at regular intervals. The environmental argument may also enter into consideration in choosing the type of mattress.

As for the price, because it is a criterion of choice, whether for a boring or anything for that matter. The prices generally range from disposable bed pads 7 and 16 per pack, a package containing 20 to 30 pieces. The disposable bed pads are mostly made of a mattress pad or absorbent cellulose pulp have characteristics and variables to improve the comfort and security against leakage. The reusable bed pads cost between 10 and 20 euros each, for proceeds of small size.

And for those who tend to fall asleep watching TV, particularly in the chair, you can also find disposable bed pads specially designed for wheelchairs.

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