Which mattress best prevents bedsores? study puts two to the test
NCT ID NCT01402765
First seen Nov 17, 2025 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 19 times
Summary
This study compared two special mattresses (Nimbus 3 and Summit) designed to prevent bedsores in people who are bedridden. Researchers measured pressure on the skin of 31 participants to see which mattress distributed pressure better. The goal was to find out if one mattress was as good as the other at reducing pressure that can lead to sores.
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Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nîmes
Nîmes, Gard, 30029, France
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