Modular Foam Overlay - Affordable Pressure Relief Solution.
- Foam Overlay Placed on Top of Existing Mattress - the Modular Foam Overlay is positioned on the surface of an existing mattress system rather than replacing it, providing an additional foam pressure redistribution layer that upgrades the pressure care performance of the underlying mattress without requiring full mattress replacement; this makes it appropriate for community and homecare settings where a new full replacement mattress is not clinically indicated or practically available, and where the existing mattress remains serviceable but requires enhanced pressure redistribution capability.
- Medium-Risk Pressure Care Indication - the overlay provides pressure redistribution for residents assessed at medium risk of pressure ulceration per NICE CG179; the 95mm depth adds a conforming foam layer above the existing mattress surface that increases immersion and distributes the resident's weight over a larger contact area; for residents assessed at high or very high risk, a dedicated high-specification pressure care mattress must be prescribed as the primary surface rather than an overlay on a standard mattress.
- VP Water-Resistant Cover for Decontamination - the vapour-permeable water-resistant cover supports skin microclimate management by allowing moisture vapour to pass through the overlay surface while preventing fluid ingress into the foam; the wipe-clean cover meets NHS IPC decontamination requirements applicable to shared or single-resident bedding accessories in care home and community settings; the cover must be included in the routine decontamination schedule alongside the underlying mattress cover.
- Two Size Variants - 114kg SWL - 3-Year Warranty - NCL-HFO122 (1880 x 865 x 95mm) covers a standard single bed configuration; NCL-HFO119 (1900 x 1370 x 95mm) provides a wider profile for residents requiring additional lateral coverage or for use on wider bed configurations; SWL 114kg (18 stone) applies to both variants and must be verified against the resident's documented weight per MHOR 1992 before deployment; 3-year warranty.
Modular Foam Overlay - Medium-Risk Pressure Care - VP Cover - 114kg SWL - Two Sizes
The Modular Foam Overlay places a 95mm foam pressure redistribution layer on top of an existing mattress to upgrade medium-risk pressure care without full mattress replacement. The VP water-resistant cover maintains skin microclimate management and supports NHS IPC decontamination. SWL 114kg. Available in two sizes: NCL-HFO122 (1880 x 865 x 95mm) and NCL-HFO119 (1900 x 1370 x 95mm). For residents assessed at medium risk per NICE CG179. 3-year warranty.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| NCL-HFO122 | 1880 x 865 x 95mm - standard single configuration |
| NCL-HFO119 | 1900 x 1370 x 95mm - wide configuration |
| Foam Depth | 95mm |
| Cover | VP water-resistant |
| Safe Working Load | 114kg (18 stone) |
| Clinical Risk Level | Medium risk per NICE CG179 |
| Warranty | 3 years |
Regulatory Compliance
The Modular Foam Overlay is a Class I passive medical device under Medical Devices Regulation 2017/745. Clinical selection requires validated pressure risk assessment per NICE CG179 confirming medium-risk status; for high or very high-risk residents, a full replacement pressure care mattress must be prescribed as the primary surface. The SWL of 114kg must be verified against the resident's documented weight per MHOR 1992; the overlay must not be used for residents above 114kg. The overlay adds 95mm to the effective height of the sleeping surface, which raises the resident's position relative to the bed rails and the floor; this height change must be factored into the bed rail entrapment risk assessment and transfer safety assessment before deployment. Equipment register records and MDR conformity documentation must be maintained for CQC Regulation 12 compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the clinical difference between a foam overlay and a replacement mattress, and when is an overlay sufficient?
A foam overlay is placed on top of an existing mattress and relies on the existing mattress to provide the base structural support, while adding a conforming foam surface layer for pressure redistribution. A replacement mattress replaces the existing mattress entirely and provides both the base support and the pressure redistribution surface as a single integrated clinical surface. An overlay is clinically sufficient when: the existing mattress is in good condition and provides adequate structural support within the resident's weight range; the resident's pressure risk is assessed as medium rather than high or very high; the primary clinical goal is to improve the pressure redistribution performance of a serviceable existing mattress rather than to replace it for clinical reasons; and the added height of the overlay does not create bed rail entrapment or transfer safety concerns. When any of these conditions is not met - particularly when the existing mattress is in poor condition, the resident's risk level is high, or the overlay height creates safety concerns - a replacement mattress is the appropriate prescription.
Does placing a foam overlay on top of an existing mattress affect the performance of the underlying mattress or the bed profile?
Yes, in several ways. First, the overlay raises the effective sleeping surface by 95mm, which changes the height relationship between the resident and the bed rails, the bed controls, and the floor; this must be reassessed before deployment to confirm that the new height does not create an entrapment risk between the raised mattress surface and the bed rail, and that the resident can still exit the bed safely without a new fall risk from the additional height. Second, if the overlay is placed on a profiling bed, the foam must flex with the bed's profiling movements; an overlay that does not have keyhole slots or flexible construction may resist the bed's profiling angle, preventing the bed from reaching its prescribed head or knee elevation. Third, the overlay adds weight to the sleeping surface assembly, which is relevant if carer repositioning involves handling the overlay separately from the mattress. The clinical team should confirm each of these implications before deploying the overlay in any new care environment.
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- Foam Overlay Placed on Top of Existing Mattress - the Modular Foam Overlay is positioned on the surface of an existing mattress system rather than replacing it, providing an additional foam pressure redistribution layer that upgrades the pressure care performance of the underlying mattress without requiring full mattress replacement; this makes it appropriate for community and homecare settings where a new full replacement mattress is not clinically indicated or practically available, and where the existing mattress remains serviceable but requires enhanced pressure redistribution capability.
- Medium-Risk Pressure Care Indication - the overlay provides pressure redistribution for residents assessed at medium risk of pressure ulceration per NICE CG179; the 95mm depth adds a conforming foam layer above the existing mattress surface that increases immersion and distributes the resident's weight over a larger contact area; for residents assessed at high or very high risk, a dedicated high-specification pressure care mattress must be prescribed as the primary surface rather than an overlay on a standard mattress.
- VP Water-Resistant Cover for Decontamination - the vapour-permeable water-resistant cover supports skin microclimate management by allowing moisture vapour to pass through the overlay surface while preventing fluid ingress into the foam; the wipe-clean cover meets NHS IPC decontamination requirements applicable to shared or single-resident bedding accessories in care home and community settings; the cover must be included in the routine decontamination schedule alongside the underlying mattress cover.
- Two Size Variants - 114kg SWL - 3-Year Warranty - NCL-HFO122 (1880 x 865 x 95mm) covers a standard single bed configuration; NCL-HFO119 (1900 x 1370 x 95mm) provides a wider profile for residents requiring additional lateral coverage or for use on wider bed configurations; SWL 114kg (18 stone) applies to both variants and must be verified against the resident's documented weight per MHOR 1992 before deployment; 3-year warranty.