Gravity 7 Long Term Care Mattress – Essential Pressure Redistribution

Description

Long Term Care Mattress

The Gravity 7 long term care mattress by Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare is a therapeutic foam mattress engineered to reduce the risk of pressure injuries for patients spending extended time in bed. Built with three layers of latex-free foam, it is designed to redistribute pressure while minimizing shear and friction, two of the leading contributors to skin breakdown in long term care settings.

Multi-Layer Foam Construction

At the heart of this mattress is a three-layer foam system that works together to support the body evenly. The full-width top layer is die-cut to optimize zoned pressure redistribution, meaning different areas of the body receive different levels of support based on where pressure typically builds up. This zoned approach helps caregivers and families in Toronto and across the GTA provide a higher standard of comfort for loved ones in long term care.

Long Term Care Mattress Durability

The bottom layer of the mattress features full-length horizontally scored articulation cuts, which extend the durability and lifespan of the mattress even under regular use. High density foam perimeters also provide solid edge support, making it safer and easier for caregivers to assist with patient transfers in and out of bed without the mattress collapsing at the edges.

Protecting Vulnerable Heel Areas

One of the more thoughtful design elements is the visco foam heel section, which offloads pressure specifically from the heels, an area especially prone to ulcers in patients with limited mobility. This kind of targeted pressure relief is often the difference between a mattress that merely cushions and one that actively works to prevent skin breakdown over time.

A Cover Designed for Hygiene and Comfort

The removable multi-stretch cover is fluid resistant, low shear, and vapor permeable, which helps protect skin from both friction and excess moisture. This is particularly valuable for patients who may be more prone to incontinence or perspiration. The mattress also meets flammability standards CFR 1632 and CFR 1633, an important safety consideration for long term care and homecare facilities alike.

Sizing Options for Different Bed Frames

This mattress is available in several size configurations, including 36 inches by 80 inches, 36 by 76 inches, and 36 by 84 inches, all at a consistent 6 inch height, so it can be matched to a variety of hospital bed frames. Explore our full range of hospital bed mattresses to find the right size and support level for your loved one’s bed frame.

Backed by a Trusted Manufacturer

Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare has decades of experience designing medical equipment used in hospitals, long term care facilities, and homes across North America. You can learn more about their broader product philosophy at Drive Medical’s official website. This mattress comes with a generous 7 year limited foam warranty and a 1 year cover warranty, reflecting the manufacturer’s confidence in its construction.

Who Benefits Most From This Mattress

Families caring for aging parents, long term care facilities upgrading resident comfort, and homecare providers all benefit from a mattress purpose-built for pressure redistribution. With a 350 lb weight capacity, the Gravity 7 accommodates a wide range of patients while remaining an affordable entry point into therapeutic foam mattress technology for Motion Care Mobility customers throughout the GTA.