A new mattress design to prevent bedsores
Multi-Stable Compliant-Mechanism-Based Mattress for Bedsore Prevention
This study is working on a special mattress that can help prevent bedsores for people who spend a lot of time in bed, using smart technology to adjust pressure on their back for better comfort and care.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | K Medical LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Porter Ranch, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10705696 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a multi-stable compliant-mechanism-based mattress aimed at preventing pressure injuries, commonly known as bedsores, which affect millions of Americans annually. The innovative mattress design utilizes 1,260 linear actuator pistons that can create varying pressure patterns on a patient's back, controlled by a computer. The research involves machine learning to identify key factors that influence bedsore prevention and to optimize the mattress design for different patient needs. By the end of the project, the team aims to prototype a mattress that is more effective, lighter, quieter, and less power-consuming than existing products.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who are immobile or elderly and at high risk for developing pressure injuries.
Not a fit: Patients who are mobile and do not have risk factors for bedsores may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of bedsores, improving the quality of life for patients at risk.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using innovative mattress designs for pressure injury prevention, but this specific approach is novel.
Where this research is happening
Porter Ranch, United States
- K Medical LLC — Porter Ranch, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sheth, Piyush Kiranrai — K Medical LLC
- Study coordinator: Sheth, Piyush Kiranrai
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.