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Consideration of the body-support interaction and the available mobile and static support systems is followed by detailed discussion of ventile incompressible cushioning. The requirements of the filler material for mattresses, cushions and pillows constructed on this principle are outlined and the economic aspects are highlighted. A call is made for filler production and marketing at more acceptable cost levels than at present.
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© 1976 Bioengineering Unit, University of Strathclyde
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Grant, W.R. (1976). Mobile and Static Support Systems. In: Kenedi, R.M., Cowden, J.M. (eds) Bed Sore Biomechanics. Strathclyde Bioengineering Seminars. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-02492-6_39
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