Transforming Pressure Injury Care

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At Crescent Healthcare, we believe that compassionate care begins with prevention. Pressure injuries—also known as pressure ulcers—are among the most painful, costly, and persistent complications in healthcare. They do not only affect the skin; they interrupt recovery, extend hospital stays, and diminish quality of life at a time when patients need stability, healing, and comfort most.

In Australia, nearly 13% of overnight hospital patients ⁽¹⁾ experience pressure injuries, and many more go unreported across home care, aged care, and rehabilitation settings. These wounds often develop silently and worsen rapidly—placing additional strain on families, increasing caregiver workload, and contributing to long-term loss of independence for patients. For clinical teams, pressure injuries also present a compliance challenge, with mattress audits showing nearly 50% of existing surfaces fail key standards—creating avoidable risks that smart systems can help prevent.

Did you know? These injuries are classified as a potentially preventable adverse event, yet they still remain a major contributor to hospital costs and patient readmission⁽¹⁾.

Pressure injuries extend beyond the surface of the skin—they increase complexity of care, extend length of stay, and create emotional distress for both patients and families. Stage 2 injuries alone are responsible for 42% of all hospital-acquired pressure wounds and lead to an average of five additional hospital days per patient⁽¹⁾. With each case costing around $11,409, the system-wide burden is significant⁽¹⁾.

Did you know? Pressure injuries cost the Australian healthcare system an estimated $9.11 billion annually, with more than $5.5 billion attributed to hospital-acquired cases alone⁽¹⁾.

Classified as potentially preventable adverse events, these injuries remain one of the most under-addressed burdens in healthcare. In practice, they cause unnecessary pain, reduce patient confidence, and escalate costs at every level of the system. That’s why proven, intelligent solutions—like the CuroCell® CX20 and CuroCell® CX20 Plus—aren’t just innovative; they’re essential for delivering the kind of care every person deserves.

References:

Nghiem, S., Chaboyer, W., Byrnes, J. et al. (2022). Pressure injuries in Australian public hospitals: A cost of illness study. International Journal of Nursing Studies, 134, 104191. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0020748922000207

The CuroCell® A4 CX20 and CX20 Plus are fully automated alternating pressure mattress systems engineered to deliver superior pressure injury prevention and healing. Built for practical deployment in aged care, rehabilitation, and independent living environments, these systems are easy to install, quiet in operation, and simple to manage.

Both systems feature Pulsating Mode™, a clinically proven therapy that mimics natural body movements and reduces high-pressure points—cutting healing times from 155 to just 30 days. Integrated AI sensors automatically adjust to the patient’s weight, height, and position to maintain optimal pressure distribution. And with Pack & Go portability and five years of service-free use, they offer exceptional value to facilities and home carers alike.

The CuroCell® CX20 delivers a proactive, high-performing solution for pressure injury prevention and healing. This fully automated alternating pressure mattress is engineered to support users who are at risk of pressure injuries or are already experiencing early-stage wounds.

Here is how the CX20 makes a difference:

Supports users up to 250 kg, making it suitable for a broad range of rehabilitation and community care settings.
Pulsating Mode™ delivers gentle, rhythmic pressure variations that mimic natural movements, reducing cell deformation and improving capillary blood flow. This feature is supported by studies showing healing time reductions from 155 to 30 days.
The three therapy modes—Gentle Alternating Low Pressure, Constant Low Pressure, and Caring Mode—offer adaptable care for different patient conditions and preferences.
With cell-on-cell construction, the mattress maintains stability during power failures and assists in transfers, repositioning, and therapy engagement.
It operates silently at <20 dBA, fostering uninterrupted rest and patient satisfaction.
Seamless integration with standard bed frames, smart features, and supportive cushioning ensures both comfort and clinical performance.

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Plus-sized individuals face a higher risk of skin and tissue damage due to shear and friction, especially during repositioning. Limited ability to shift weight independently, combined with the increased physical demands on caregivers, can lead to excessive pressure and drag on vulnerable areas.

Designed with these challenges in mind, the CX20 Plus delivers reinforced support and advanced offloading features. It incorporates all the intelligent functionality of the standard CX20, while accommodating higher weight capacities—making it a clinically appropriate choice for those requiring adaptive pressure care.

The CuroCell® CX20 Plus:

Supports users between 160–454 kg, expanding safe use across bariatric and high-risk populations.
Includes heel offloading zones, which are essential in targeting the most common injury site and facilitating faster healing.
Built with a reinforced cell structure and soft-touch inner covers that protect delicate skin and maintain comfort.
Utilises vapour-permeable hygiene covers that help regulate microclimate and reduce moisture-related skin breakdown.
Maintains silent operation at 17–25 dBA, ensuring therapeutic benefits without disrupting rest.
Equipped with three therapy modes and comfort settings, supporting personalised pressure management.

At Crescent Healthcare, we’re committed to delivering pressure care solutions that make a meaningful difference—enhancing patient comfort, easing caregiver workload, and improving outcomes across every stage of care. The CuroCell® CX20 and CX20 Plus are designed to work where it matters most: in real-world environments, with real people in mind.

Supporting you to support others.
Let’s reduce pressure injuries—together.

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