Geo-Matt®

GeoMatt cut foam top

The patented Geo-Matt® style foam topper is a high density, medical grade foam. The unique geometric design consists of over 800 individual cells, each of which acts individually to redistribute pressure, to reduce heat and moisture buildup on the skin, and to reduce shear to underlying tissues. This foam overlay is 3.5” in height.

Upper head section and lower foot section

Cells are smaller at the head and foot section to disperse pressure over these sensitive areas.

Body section

Cells are larger to provide pressure dispersion over the torso.

Inset of Geo-Matt close-up

The patented Ring-of-Air performs several functions. It allows each cell to act individually to conform to the body. It assists in removing heat and moisture from the body by channeling heat and vapor away. And it reduces shearing by allowing the individual cells to move independently, reducing pull on the skin.

Optional Cover (see below)

The bacteriostatic top fabric is fire resistant, fluidproof, tear resistant, cleanable, and replaceable. The pleated design allows full integration with the mattress’s Geo-Matt style shear-relieving surface while minimizing hammocking.

Soft Skin also available, see below.

Therapeutic Foam Overlay

The #1 selling therapeutic overlay in the US, Geo-Matt is used by thousands of hospitals and nursing homes nationwide. It has been proven effective in clinical trials and studies as an aid in the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers.

The top surface is cut using our patented Geo-Matt design, which creates more than 800 individually responsive foam cells that are anatomically sized to the area of the body they carry. This zoned design delivers the ideal support characteristics needed at the head, torso, and lower extremities. By independently absorbing pressure points, the cells allow the Geo-Matt to customize its support to the body's natural curvature while minimizing the effects of pressure and shearing. In addition, Geo-Matt's exclusive "Ring-of-Air® " feature helps to ventilate the surface, channeling heat away from the patient to minimize perspiration build-up.

Weight limit: 250 lbs.

Standard size: 34" wide x 72" long x 3.5" high

Other sizes and styles: see catalog page. Many configurations,

sizes, and covers (see more info below) are available to meet

the specialized needs of the O.R., long term care and

pediatric/neonatal populations. Available with tough, flexible

Soft Skin® sleeve for protection from fluids.

Geo-Matt With Washable Cover:

This model comes with a cover made of bacteriostatic fabric that is fire resistant, fluidproof, tear resistant, cleanable, and replaceable. The pleated design allows full integration with the mattress’s Geo-Matt style shear-relieving surface while minimizing hammocking.

Soft Skin:

Geo-Matt is also available with tough, flexible Soft Skin® sleeve for protection from fluids.

The Science Behind the Geo-Matt Design

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This patented support surface design was developed by Span-America in the late 1980’s in conjunction with Dr. Thomas Krouskop of the Baylor School of Medicine. Computer-guided equipment is used to cut foam into a geometric pattern of supportive cubes that are undercut with an open channel.

Unlike flat or convoluted ("eggcrate") foam, these individual cubes allow the surface to conform to the body and accommodate bony prominences, redistributing pressure across the support surface. This minimizes the pulling of the skin and tissue over bony prominences, thereby offsetting the harmful effects of shearing forces.

The “Ring of Air” helps to disperse heat and moisture away from the body and out into the atmosphere. The channel also assists in pressure management by providing, in effect, a layer of air between two layers of foam to enhance conformance of the foam to the body.

Does it work? In a two-year independent study*, 83 patients at risk for, or with, pressure ulcers were randomized to either the Geo-Matt or an air-suspension bed. Results: an analysis of covariance revealed no statistically significant difference in the prevention or healing of any stage pressure ulcer with respect to type of support surface used.

Based on its clinical efficacy as an overlay surface, Span-America has incorporated the design into the surface of the majority of its mattress, seat cushion, and patient positioning products.

Ring-of-Air

The tunnel of air at the base of each cube of foam in the Geo-Matt cut. The tunnel, or ring, helps to transport heat and moisture away from the body, and assists in the conformance of the foam to the body for pressure dispersion. In effect, the Ring-of-Air in the foam creates a foam/air /foam layered product.

Soft-Skin

A pliable, elastic sleeve of thin urethane that is fitted to the Geo-Matt overlay or wheelchair cushions to protect them from moisture.

Surfaces Selection Guide (pdf)
Sizes and Catalog Page

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Serving the Entire Phoenix Metropolitan area, including: Chandler Gilbert Glendale Mesa Peoria Scottsdale Tempe Surprise Apache Junction Avondale Buckeye Casa Grande El Mirage Eloy Florence Fountain Hills Goodyear Maricopa Paradise Valley Queen Creek