(under subclass 706) Mattress having a confined gas which has a plurality of inflatable chambers that are adapted to incline, turn, or substantially move a patient from a first position to a second, different position, and possibly back to the first initial position.
(1) Note. The substantial movement, inclining, or turning of the user is generally accomplished by inflating and/or deflating various chambers to change their size and/or shape, thereby causing the user to be substantially moved.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
81.1+, for invalid lift and transferring devices.
615, for sectional invalid beds or surgical supports that comprise fluid inflatable bags adapted to adjust the position of the support section of the bed or surgical support.
660, for attachments or accessories that when positioned between a mattress and its supporting surface will incline the mattress or a portion thereof.
