Every year, Stop the Pressure Week shines a spotlight on an issue affecting thousands of people across hospitals, care homes and community settings: pressure injuries. Despite being largely preventable, pressure ulcers continue to cause avoidable pain, distress and long-term complications for patients.
At Airospring, we specialise in innovative pressure-relief products designed to support comfort, mobility, and wellbeing. This awareness week is an important reminder of why the right support surfaces, alongside good care practices, can make a life-changing difference.
What Are Pressure Injuries?
Pressure injuries (also known as pressure ulcers or bedsores) occur when prolonged pressure, shear or friction reduces blood flow to the skin. They most commonly develop on bony areas such as heels, elbows, hips and the lower back.
Without early intervention, these can progress from mild redness to deep wounds that may become infected and require complex long-term management.
People at higher risk include:
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Individuals with limited mobility
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Wheelchair users
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Those with reduced sensation or neurological conditions
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People recovering from surgery
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Long-term care residents
Why Prevention Is Critical
Pressure injuries are often preventable with the right combination of movement, skin care, and support surfaces. Prevention is not only better for patient comfort and dignity, it reduces the strain on healthcare staff and the wider system.
Stopping the Pressure Week raises awareness of:
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Early risk assessment
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Repositioning and mobility
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Skin inspection
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Hydration and nutrition
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Appropriate equipment choices
This is where high-performance support surfaces become essential.
How Airospring Helps Reduce Pressure Risks
Airospring products use advanced 3D spacer fabrics to create airflow, distribute weight evenly and help minimise the build-up of heat and moisture, all factors known to increase pressure injury risk.
Key benefits of Airospring technology:
1. Breathability & Airflow
Unlike foam, our 3D structures allow constant airflow, helping the skin stay cool and dry, reducing maceration and improving comfort.
2. Pressure Distribution
The spring-like structure responds to the body's natural movements, spreading load evenly and lowering peak pressure points.
3. Lightweight, Washable, Hygienic
Airospring cushions and mattresses are fully washable, quick-drying and maintain their performance over time, ideal for hospitals, community seating, and home users.
4. Suitable for Everyday Life
From wheelchair cushions to mattress toppers, Airospring is designed to support daily comfort without bulky medical equipment.
Supporting Stop the Pressure Week
This week is a reminder that prevention is a shared responsibility - across clinicians, carers, families, and manufacturers. By combining education with effective equipment, we can help reduce the number of people living with avoidable injuries.
At Airospring, we are proud to contribute to that effort by offering breathable, clinically-informed products that support pressure care across a range of environments.
Want to Learn More?
If you’re exploring pressure relief solutions for yourself, a loved one, or a patient, our team is here to help you choose the best options for long-term comfort and protection.
