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INTRODUCTION

Pressure injuries are defined as localized injuries of the skin and/or underlying tissue over a bony
prominence as a result of pressure or pressure in combination with shear. Support surfaces or specialized
mattress systems are used as part of an overall, multi-disciplinary, multi-dimensional care plan intended to
prevent and treat pressure injuries.
The Harmony support surface is a high quality, tri-therapy active blower system that combines true low air
loss and dynamic alternating pressure. Specifically designed for the prevention and treatment of pressure
injuries, while optimizing patient comfort.
Indications for Use
Effective pressure redistribution therapy, wound management and device selection should be based on
the patient's specific clinical condition and complete assessment of needs, recognizing that pressure
prevention devices are only one component of a comprehensive pressure injury management program.
Support surfaces are not substitutes for turning, repositioning or functional weight shifts by caregivers.
The Harmony, Tri-Therapy Mattress Replacement System is intended for:
1) Pressure redistribution for individuals with but not limited to the following conditions:
• At risk for or present pressure injuries
• Neurological conditions
• Amputations
• Grafts
• Burns
2) Shear & Friction Reduction:
Friction is defined as the resistance of motion in a parallel direction relative to the common boundary of two
surfaces. For patients this can occur when the skin rubs against another surface.
Shear (or shear stress) is the force per unit area exerted parallel to the perpendicular plane of interest.
Shear strain occurs when skin is distorted or deformed as a result of shear stress.
3) Spinal Cord Injury:
The Harmony system can be used for patients with spinal cord injury once the acute injury has been
stabilized and these patients have been assessed and cleared by the appropriate clinician.
These instructions and recommendations are in accordance with the 2019 Clinical Practice Guidelines of
the National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP), the European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (EPUAP)
and the Pan Pacific Pressure Injury Alliance (PPPIA).
Contraindications
Patient conditions for which the application of pressure relieving therapy on a true low air loss, blower-
based system is contraindicated are as follows:
1) Unstable spinal cord injuries
• Dermatological conditions
• Flaps
• Rehabilitation needs
• Pain management as prescribed by a
physician.
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