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Alternating pressure mattress pad

Alternating pressure mattress pad

When Steve came home from the hospital, he developed a bed sore. We looked for a solution for the bed that did not require turning Steve throughout the night. The alternating pressure mattress pad works for us. We even took it to the hospital which made the stay more comfortable for him.

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This mattress pad has been a real buttsaver! We use this at home, in the hospital, and in hotels. Not only does it save Steve from bedsores, but it also saves caregivers from having to turn him all the time. I can’t imagine adjusting my eye gaze every time we turn. Highly recommended!

Vive Alternating Air Pressure Mattress Pad – The Original Bed Sore Prevention Solution – Hospital Topper for Bedridden Patients – Includes Waterproof, Breathable Ulcer Cushion & Whisper Quiet Pump
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Steve’s ALS stage

Late
ALS toolboxes

We are using these stages to help you understand when these tools and apps were most effective for Steve.

EARLY STAGE | July 2021 – November 2022

From first symptoms to the walker

Key points
• No ventilation
• Able to walk without help
• Limited upper limb function

MIDDLE STAGE | November 2022 – August 2023

From walker to power chair

Key points
• Limited ventilation with an NIV
• Help needed to transfer
• Limited upper and lower limb function
• Work transitions
• Supplemental nutrition through feeding tube

LATE STAGE | August 2023 – Current

Power chair

Key points
• 50% to full time ventilation
• From NIV to tracheostomy
• Lift transfers
• Loss of limb function
• Most nutrition through feeding tube

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