Air Fluidized Therapy
Reduce Pressure Increase Patient Comfort
Air Fluidized Therapy is proven to be one of the most effective solutions for complex patients with chronic wounds. Fluidization technology provides excellent pressure redistribution and moisture management, product features critical for treating stage III and IV pressure injuries.
Recognized as the gold standard of wound care products, air fluidized therapy reduces risk factors for pressure injuries and accelerates the healing process. The Hillrom® Clinitron® Rite-Hite® and Hillrom® Clinitron® At-Home create the ideal healing environment.
Benefits of Air Fluidized Therapy
The Air Fluidized Therapy (AFT) bed is filled with silicone coated microspheres which resemble white sand. Warm air forced upward through these microspheres creates a dynamic fluid-like state. This fluid support optimizes immersion and envelopment, conforming to the irregularities of the body. The fluid-like environment also reduces the mechanical stress of friction and shear which are forces that can cause skin breakdown. The variable temperature air flow regulates heat and moisture to help control the skin’s microclimate and facilitate healing.
Air fluidized technology is uniquely different from surfaces composed of solid materials or traditional air cushions which may offer alternating pressure reduction.
Fluidization increases immersion and envelopment, reducing pressure to the skin and nearly eliminating friction and shear
Alternating pressure reduction. (Red dots identify continuous pressure interface points)
A trusted solution. A trusted provider.
Wound consultation and in-home assessments to promote compliance to the plan of care within the residential setting
Case conferences with the care team to review wound healing progress and optimize therapy
In-home delivery and product education designed for the home environment
Caregiver resource materials to assist in daily care and mobility needs
Insurance authorization and verification expertise to accelerate discharge planning and support continuation of therapy between care settings
Power Through Healing: Meet Jeff
I cannot stress enough how lucky and grateful I am to have found Ethos. When I nearly lost my lifesaving Clinitron, Ethos was there, going above and beyond. Since my accident all those years ago, my family and I have continued to thrive. I’ve even won several major handcycling races, including multiple Boston Marathons. If it weren’t for the Ethos staff, I wouldn’t have the opportunity I have today, and for that that my family and I are forever grateful.
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Our Comprehensive Approach to Wound Care
Starting day one Ethos Clinical Services, Patient Advocacy and Technical Services work closely with each patient and care team to achieve healing. Learn more about Ethos services.
