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Pressure reduction mattress/overlay

Line Item Description

This NDIS support item falls under the Capital budget and is used for the Rental of Assistive Technology. It specifically covers the rental of a Complete Pressure Reduction Mattress or Overlay, corresponding to Registration Group 0103 (Assistive Products for Respiration Support, which is often used for other complex health-related AT).

This line item is intended to fund the temporary use of a complete pressure care system—either a full replacement mattress or an overlay that sits on top of an existing mattress. The category "Complete" implies that this item covers a wide range of pressure-relieving surfaces, from lower-level static foam/gel systems to higher-level dynamic air systems, provided the entire product is being rented for a limited time.

Rental of this equipment is essential for participants who are at risk of developing pressure injuries or who have existing injuries requiring therapeutic support. Rental is typically used when:

Clinical Assessment: The equipment is needed immediately based on clinical urgency, often a priority over a lengthy purchase process.

Temporary Need: The requirement for the specific pressure relief level is short-term or linked to an acute health episode or period of enforced immobility.

Trial: A specific system is being trialled to determine its effectiveness before a request for permanent purchase is submitted.

This rental support ensures that participants have timely access to the necessary pressure care surface to prevent skin breakdown, promote healing, and manage their health risks effectively.