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Introduction
The Drive Medical alternating pressure system Med Aire
DuoWave is a system which is specially developed for
the prophylaxis and treatment of decubitus, up to and
including grade 3 decubitus according to EPUAP.
This system does not replace the mattress already in the
bed but rather should be operated only in connection
with a standard foam mattress or alternatively a foam
pad at least 4 cm thick.
An integrated foam pouch can accommodate a foam pad
(optional accessory).
The Med Aire DuoWave can be operated in alternating
pressure mode as well as in static mode.
The system is suitable for patients from 36 kg to a max.
of 150 kg.
IMPORTANT! The Med Aire DuoWave does not replace
regular repositioning of the patient!
Intended purpose
Aids against pressure sores serve to prevent and support
(benefit) the treatment of pressure ulcers for individuals
who are bedridden or sit permanently and are available
on the market in the most varied designs and qualities.
The MED AIRE DuoWave pump fills or vents the different
air cells of the MED AIRE DuoWave mattress overlay al-
ternately with ambient air, so that there is constant local
pressure relief through free positioning and continuous
pressure distribution. The MED AIRE DuoWave is a manu-
ally-adjustable system. The pressure setting must be ad-
justed manually if the user changes position.
Indication | contraindication
Indication:
• Decubitus prophylaxis for patients at medium to high
risk
• Pressure distribution and relief for immobile and parti-
ally mobile patients
• Decubitus therapy up to and including grade 3 accor-
ding to EPUAP.
Static pressure-relief positioning is suitable for:
• Patients who only occasionally tolerate dynamic alter-
nating pressure or who do not tolerate it at all.
Contraindication:
• in the case of a body weight under 36 kg and over 150
kg
• in the case of unstable fractures (particularly of the
back, cervical and lumbar spine)
• in the case of neurological diseases in which dynamic
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alternating pressure should not be used, only static
pressure-relief positioning should be used.
• Pain patients
To avoid uncertainties regarding the indication and
contraindication, we recommend consulting the atten-
ding physician.
Scope of delivery
Please check the contents for damage and complete-
ness. If one of the parts listed below is missing, please
contact your specialist dealer.
1 x Med Aire DuoWave unit
Med Aire DuoWave mattress overlay (with
1 x
connection hose)
Breathable, water-repellent and quilted
1 x
cover with integrated foam pouch
1 x Instructions for use
Safety instructions
• Keep the unit away from water and/or other liquids.
• If water or another liquid gets into the device, discon-
nect it from the mains immediately.
• Do not allow the system to come into contact with
open flames or smoldering objects.
• Do not operate the unit in the vicinity of flammable
substances or chemicals => Risk of explosion!!!
• The pump housing may only be opened by authorized
technical personnel => Risk of electric shock!!!
• Avoid heavy strain and/or damage to the housing and/
or power cord.
• If the device fuses are defective, please have the
device checked by an authorized specialist dealer.
Instructions for use DUO WAVE