Alerta Foam Mattress 20cm Extension Insert, Standard or Bariatric Width
- Sleeping Surface for the Extension Frame - the foam insert fills the 20cm extension created by the Lomond Bed Extension Kit, providing the pressure care sleeping surface for the additional section; the extension kit frame must be fitted first.
- Standard and Bariatric Widths - available in 90cm width for standard Lomond beds and 120cm width for bariatric configurations; order the same width as the installed extension kit frame to achieve a flush, even surface.
- Match to Existing Mattress Type - the foam insert should match the specification of the main mattress in use on the bed to achieve consistent pressure distribution and surface support properties across the full extended platform length.
- Pressure Care Continuity - without the foam insert, the 20cm extension frame leaves an open gap at the foot end that compromises patient comfort, pressure care surface coverage and NICE CG179 compliance across the extended platform.
Alerta Foam Mattress 20cm Extension Insert - Sleeping Surface for Lomond Bed Extension
The Alerta Foam Mattress 20cm Extension Insert is the sleeping surface component of the Lomond bed length extension system. The Lomond Bed 20cm Extension Kit provides the structural frame that attaches to the foot end of the bed; the foam insert fills this frame to create the complete extended mattress platform. These are two separate products that must be ordered and fitted together to create a functional, safe extended sleeping surface. The foam insert is available in 90cm standard width and 120cm bariatric width to match the corresponding extension kit frame specification. The insert foam type should align with the main mattress specification in use on the bed to maintain consistent pressure distribution properties across the full platform length.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Insert Length | 20cm (fills the Extension Kit frame) |
| Standard Width | 90cm (matches NCL-ALT-LB-EK90 frame) |
| Bariatric Width | 120cm (matches NCL-ALT-LB-EK120 frame) |
| Function | Sleeping and pressure care surface for extended section |
| Required Pairing | Lomond Bed 20cm Extension Kit frame (sold separately) |
| Bed Compatibility | Lomond Community, Standard, Floor 2 (with extension kit fitted) |
Regulatory Compliance
The Foam Mattress Extension Insert maintains NICE CG179 (Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Management) pressure care surface coverage across the full extended platform length. Without the foam insert, the 20cm extension frame area creates a gap in the sleeping surface at the foot end of the bed; any patient weight or limb contact with this open area represents an unmitigated pressure injury risk, particularly for lower limb contact at the heel and ankle under NICE CG179 heel protection guidance. The insert foam should match the pressure care specification of the main mattress where a clinical pressure care mattress has been prescribed, to maintain consistent interface pressure distribution across the full sleeping surface. Where the extension is fitted on a bed with an active alternating pressure system, consult the mattress manufacturer for compatibility before ordering a foam insert of a different specification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the foam insert without the extension kit frame?
No. The foam insert is sized to fit inside the Lomond Bed 20cm Extension Kit frame and requires the frame to be fitted to the Lomond bed first. Without the frame, the foam insert has no structure to sit within and would not be securely positioned at the foot end of the bed. The extension kit frame and foam insert must be fitted together as a paired system.
Does the foam insert need to match the main mattress specification?
Yes, where possible. If the main mattress is a standard foam mattress, the extension insert should also be a standard foam specification. If the main mattress is a clinical pressure care mattress (visco-elastic, gel-topped or high-specification foam), the extension insert should match as closely as possible to maintain consistent interface pressure and support properties across the full bed length. A significant mismatch in foam specification between the main mattress and the insert can create a step change in surface support at the foot end, which may be clinically significant for patients with lower limb pressure risk.
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- Sleeping Surface for the Extension Frame - the foam insert fills the 20cm extension created by the Lomond Bed Extension Kit, providing the pressure care sleeping surface for the additional section; the extension kit frame must be fitted first.
- Standard and Bariatric Widths - available in 90cm width for standard Lomond beds and 120cm width for bariatric configurations; order the same width as the installed extension kit frame to achieve a flush, even surface.
- Match to Existing Mattress Type - the foam insert should match the specification of the main mattress in use on the bed to achieve consistent pressure distribution and surface support properties across the full extended platform length.
- Pressure Care Continuity - without the foam insert, the 20cm extension frame leaves an open gap at the foot end that compromises patient comfort, pressure care surface coverage and NICE CG179 compliance across the extended platform.