Joerns Dolphin Fluid Immersion Simulation® Bariatric Mattress System for Wound Care | 48" Wide

The Joerns Dolphin Fluid Immersion Simulation® Bariatric Mattress System brings hospital-grade wound care technology to larger patients with stage IV pressure ulcers, post-operative flaps and grafts, or spinal cord juries. This advanced therapy surface simulates the effect of floating in water—automatically adjusting to each patient's unique weight and body shape to maintain the near-normal blood flow that's critical for healing complex wounds in patients up to 1000 pounds. Originally developed for the dry transport of specially trained U.S. Navy dolphins, this breakthrough technology uses sophisticated algorithms and microprocessors to create a truly individualized support profile for bariatric patients. Rather than forcing the body to conform to the mattress, the surface conforms to the body—eliminating the gradient shear forces that damage tissue and slow wound healing. This is especially important for larger patients whose weight concentrates pressure on smaller surface areas, making them more vulnerable to tissue breakdown. The bariatric system consists of a therapy mattress and a compact 10-pound Dolphin AutoVector Control Unit. It fits existing bariatric bed frames without modification, with 48-inch width and 82-inch length to accommodate larger patients comfortably. The built-in 12-hour battery backup keeps therapy running during patient transport or power outages, with an impressive 1000-pound weight capacity—the highest available for Fluid Immersion Simulation® therapy systems. Dolphin User Manual Dolphin Brochure Dolphin Therapy Surface Spec Sheet Key Features: 48-inch design provides comfortable surface area for larger patients Fluid Immersion Simulation® technology treats pressure ulcers through stage IV Automatically adjusts to each patient's weight, surface area, and movement 1000 lb weight capacity accommodates bariatric patients 82-inch length with 10-inch depth for full bariatric support Fits existing bariatric bed frames without modification 12-hour battery backup maintains therapy during transport Compact 10 lb control unit fits in tight spaces Fully autonomic operation requires minimal training 2-year warranty on both mattress and control unit Critical Solution for Bariatric Wound Care Larger patients face compounded wound healing challenges due to excess weight concentrating pressure, reduced mobility, and circulation issues common with obesity-related conditions like diabetes and peripheral vascular disease. Unlike standard pressure redistribution mattresses that can't adequately support bariatric patients, the Dolphin uses a closed system that maintains comfortable conditions without the heat and dehydration problems of air-fluidized beds. The system continuously monitors and adjusts as patients move, maintaining optimal pressure redistribution across the full 48-inch width—eliminating the hot spots and pressure gradients that develop when bariatric patients can't reposition themselves independently. Reduces Caregiver Injury and Facility Costs The auto-firm feature makes patient transfers and repositioning easier for staff working with heavier patients, significantly reducing caregiver back injuries. Facilities report shorter hospital stays, prevention of hospital-acquired pressure ulcers, and substantial cost savings compared to renting specialty bariatric therapy beds. Caregivers simply turn on the system before placing patients in bed—the microprocessor does everything else, eliminating the need for complex manual adjustments or frequent repositioning protocols that put staff at risk when working with 1000-pound capacity patients. Proven Technology, Bariatric Application This bariatric system delivers the same proven Fluid Immersion Simulation® technology trusted across 450,000+ patients, now engineered for the specific needs of larger patient populations. It works for bariatric patients who can't tolerate repositioning, those with contraindications to turning, and spinal cord injury patients once acute injuries have stabilized and physicians have cleared them for use. The MedShop Direct Guarantee MedShop Direct ensures you receive genuine Joerns Dolphin quality—the proven bariatric mattress system addressing the unique wound care challenges faced by larger patients in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home healthcare environments. THIS BARIATRIC MATTRESS SYSTEM IS PERFECT FOR: Hospital Bariatric Unit Complex Wound Management: Obese patients with stage III and IV pressure ulcers often develop wounds complicated by diabetes, poor circulation, and difficulty repositioning due to excess weight. The Dolphin bariatric system fits existing 48-inch wide bed frames and automatically adjusts to weight distribution changes every time patients move—maintaining blood flow to wounds without the dangerous manual repositioning that puts staff at risk for back injuries when handling 1000-pound capacity patients. Post-Bariatric Surgery Wound Care and Flap Healing: Patients recovering from gastric bypass, panniculectomy, or reconstructive procedures after massive weight loss need specialized support during healing when surgical sites are vulnerable. The 48-inch wide Fluid Immersion Simulation technology maintains tissue perfusion across surgical flaps and grafts without the heat and dehydration of air-fluidized beds—supporting successful wound closure during the critical post-operative period in bariatric healthcare environments. Spinal Cord Injury in Bariatric Patients: Larger patients with spinal cord injuries face compounded pressure ulcer risk from both paralysis and excess weight concentrating pressure. Once physicians clear stabilized patients, this bariatric system creates near-neutral buoyancy that continuously redistributes pressure across the full 48-inch surface—preventing the severe stage IV wounds common when obesity combines with immobility in long-term care settings. Long-Term Care Bariatric Wound Prevention: Nursing homes caring for obese residents face higher wound rates and costs renting specialty bariatric therapy beds. The Dolphin bariatric system with 1000-pound capacity fits standard facility bariatric bed frames—preventing new wounds while treating existing ones on-site. The 12-hour battery backup ensures continuous therapy during facility power outages that would otherwise interrupt wound care for vulnerable larger residents. Home Healthcare for Bariatric Patients with Limited Mobility: Larger patients discharged home with complex pressure ulcers need therapy systems that families can manage safely. The fully autonomic bariatric Dolphin system requires caregivers to simply turn it on—the microprocessor handles weight-specific adjustments automatically. This eliminates the dangerous repositioning attempts that cause caregiver injuries when family members try to manually turn patients weighing several hundred pounds in home care settings. Bariatric Patients with Obesity-Related Comorbidities: Larger patients with diabetes, congestive heart failure, or peripheral vascular disease develop pressure ulcers that heal slowly due to compromised circulation. The 48-inch wide Fluid Immersion Simulation technology maintains blood flow to compromised tissue better than standard surfaces—critical for wound healing when obesity-related conditions already impair the body's natural healing processes in hospital and long-term care healthcare environments.