AireMedAlternating Pressure Pump & Pad - Premium Medical Grade Treatment Pad – Quiet Electric Pump - Inflatable Mattress Topper - Standard Hospital Twin Bed Size - Sore Wound & Ulcer Relief

very comfortable to lay on

When my father passed away a couple of years ago, I really needed a mattress pad like this AireMed version. The AireMed alternating pressure pump drives air in a way that alternates the body's pressure points where they come into constant contact with the mattress. When the user is bed ridden, or unable to move much because they are stuck in a prone position, their skin is in danger of pressure bruises and lesions. The quiet air pump and pad of this set provide a premium, medical grade alternating pressure treatment designed to allow the body's own circulatory system to work more efficiently. My father, under VA and hospice care, received an egg-shell foam pad to help prevent this type of bruising and bedsores. That pad was not completely successful. While better than nothing, the foam still became compressed in spots as he lay unmoving. Consequently, his skin still became damaged, and according to him, the egg-shell foam was not very comfortable to lay on. Not having a better solution like this AireMed option to give him, has been one of my lingering regrets.Now, my mother-in-law is facing a similar situation and I found that this particular AireMed bedsore prevention device is a great value. This is the best priced alternating air-pressure mattress on Amazon at this time; I checked! There was another option that seemed close, but its reviews showed that it wasn't as good of a value because the air-pump which provides the pressurized air relief was not included in that set, but it is included by AireMed with this product.If your loved one is needing help to keep from having pressure sores from a lack of mobility, please consider helping them by providing an AireMed alternating pressure aid pad to make them more comfortable and prevent painful skin bruising and lesions. While facing this problem a second time, I want to have less regrets in the future when I look back at the care provided for my husband's mom. You too will be glad you were able to purchase this comforting help for your loved one's needs. I highly recommend getting them this AireMed bedsore prevention pad and pump set, today.

Easy to assemble

I only use this inflatable bed cover once I removed it from my bed It gave me an instant headache and the electrical box that comes with it was not quiet as described

The pump is extremely loud.

This pump and mattress come with instructions that are easy to follow and I had no problem getting it set up. I like that the instructions are printed on the unit which helps seniors who may not have a great memory.It should fit well on any size bed. On my queen it takes up slightly more than half the mattress. This mattress is made of good quality thick plastic/PVC that seems like it will be pretty durable. This kind of PVC material can get a little warm at night so I placed it under a good quality and fairly thick quilted mattress pad.On the initial set up it takes a while to inflate the mattress and after that it retains the air so it is ready to use anytime you want to turn it on. There is a rotary knob to set the pressure on the machine from minimum to maximum pressure. I feel it is still pretty firm even on the minimum setting, but perhaps that is a necessity in order to adequately relieve the pressure on alternating areas of the body.The mattress works by inflating and deflating adjacent cells to relieve pressure points. It continuously cycles as long as you have it turned on. There is a hum while it is running and a hissing sound when it is letting air out during the cycle. I am able to sleep through it but it might be a problem for a light sleeper.I am giving this mattress 5 stars because it is a quality made product that works reliably and it is a great value at this price point. I don't think this mattress is any more comfortable than a good camping air mattress or memory foam mattress. It is just a little firm for my taste, but I think it will do the job of relieving pressure points as it is marketed to do.

Mattress Pressure Relief ... Air Pump cycles every 12 minutes, pods moving up & down in rhythm helping circulation ... Keeps vascular areas at reduced risk of wound developmentMattress can be disinfected with mild chemicals... Refrain from using harsh industrial types of cleaners that will damage pad's PVC materialsSuper easy setup ... From Box, Rolled out and hooked properly, takes 3 minutes, but the pump takes 25 minutes, on setting 5, highest, to fully inflate mattress, before patient can use it .... Pump is "ON" always when patient is using mattress ... Self-corrects air release, won't blow up like a balloon does ... Has a very low HUM, not loud, calmingTubes go at FOOT of the Bed .... Pump needs electrical outlet .... Cord: 10 feet 2 inches long, 3 prong grounded ... AIR TUBES: Must reach Pump AND Foot of bed into Mattress Valves (2), are 4 feet long ... To Hang off Floor, for easy reach of power button, Pump has Two Black plastic Hooks, squarish top, very wide, will fit most all footboards (could be placed on floor) (picture shows pump setup)Dimensions: Mattress deflated, flat: 88 long x 38 inches wide ... Has TWO Tuckable end FLAPS, goes under Regular Mattress, prevents moving ... Flap at each end is 14 1/2 inches long, to wrap under pillow end, and footboard end ... No fastening, just slide it under the Regular mattressMeasurements Inflated: 78.8 long x 36 wide x 3 inches thickPUMP: 8 1/4 long x 4 1/2 wide x 3 inches deepOperates on 110-120 volt standard household outlet ... 50-60 hertz .... Pressure Range 50-100 MMHG ... Air Output 6-7 Liters per minute, based on settings 1-5 ... Suitable for patients up to Maximum of 300 pounds.