Existing users in the community now have a system they can use in hospital

Symmetrisleep Therapeutic In Bed Positioning System meets NHS Infection Control Guidelines.

Designed for easy cleaning when used on a ward or rehabilitation units, welded PU cushions, pads and airmantles prevent any fluid ingress.

Covers, sheets and velcro can all be laundered at 75°C – (Higher than NHS Standard Infection Control recommendations) and can also be tumble dried on a low heat.

The NEW Symmetrisleep ‘wipedown’ option meets all NHS Infection Control Guidelines.

Designed for easy cleaning when used on a ward or rehabilitation unit, welded’ PU cushions, pads and overmantles prevent any fluid ingress.

Covers, sheets and velcro can all be laundered at 75°C – (Higher than NHS Standard Infection Control recommendations) and can also be tumble dried on a low heat.

• Complies with BS7175 COMBINATION Fire regulations, Ignition sources 0,1 and 5.
• Welded seam wipe-down bracket pads, cushions and Airmantle.
• New glue-free double-sided locking strips can be easily replaced allowing for quick & easy disinfection

While a wash-in additive will very often provide more than satisfactory performance and resistance, some applications inevitably demand a little more. Which is why our fabrics now have SteriTouch antimicrobial protection to keep your system fresher.

A silver-based additive is extruded into the filaments, ensuring even dispersal; the resultant antimicrobial properties remain unaffected by laundering or wear and tear.

Not only does the addition of Steritouch provide excellent, long term protection against bacteria and mould, they also significantly reduce unpleasant odours, meaning the fabrics remain fresher for longer.

Please note that Symmetrisleep for Infection Control Range is not available for trial – Indent Order only.

“Patients on the neurological rehabilitation unit present with a variable range of complex tonal, alignment and postural issues. A primary goal for these patients is to achieve the best and most comfortable alignment as possible to assist in maintaining good joint positioning and overall postures. This in turn can assist in maintaining outcomes achieved within therapy, as well as allowing patients to rest more appropriately and comfortably.

The equipment provided within the kit has been used in a range of different ways and arrangements to provide different support and positioning for each patient. The assessment kit has been found to be very adaptable and can be altered in use to meet individual patient needs.

Use of the symmetrikit sleep system on the unit has been beneficial in assisting to achieve and maintain good posture and positioning over a 24 hour period as well as offering an adjunct to therapeutic intervention.

Management of posture and positioning before biomechanical changes and contracture arise can assist in maintaining therapeutic carryover, optimising rehabilitation outcomes and reducing length of stay. We hope that development of more consistent use of a postural management sleep system, alongside current practices and as part of the 24 hour approach, will be help towards our achievement of this on the INRU.”

Susan Bannister
Clinical Lead Physiotherapist
INRU – Trafford General Hospital