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The Covid-19 pandemic is shifting our focus to infection prevention and control.

Public Health Departments are tightening regulations and recommendations for the hospitals, community clinics, and long-term care.

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Matrx® Green foams contain Ultra-Fresh antimicrobial formula

▪ antimicrobial and odor-protection properties

▪ applied at the foam cushion manufacturing stage

▪ inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi

▪ helps to keep Matrx products fresh, clean and odor-free

▪ helps to maintain aesthetic appeal and prolong functional life of product

▪ Ultra-Fresh manufactured by Thomson Research Associates (TRA)

▪ Ultra-Fresh is subjected to the most stringent testing procedures for safety and efficacy to meet international regulatory guidelines

ANTIMICROBIAL ADDITIVE

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ULTRA-FRESH ESCHERICIA COLI PU FOAM TEST

The samples were incubated for 24 hours at 98F/37C (body t°)

The bacteria in the untreated foam grew exponentially (from about 50,000 to over 500,000!)

The antimicrobial foam had 99.9% fewer bacteria as compared to the untreated sample after the same time period.


Image retrieved from TRA website: https://ultra-fresh.com/antimicrobial-applications/antimicrobial-polyurethane-foam/

https://ultra-fresh.com/antimicrobial-applications/antimicrobial-plastic/

https://ultra-fresh.com/antimicrobial-applications/antimicrobial-polyurethane-foam/

Image retrieved from TRA website: https://ultra-fresh.com/antimicrobial-vs-antibacterial/

ULTRA-FRESH ANTIMICROBIAL FORMULA


https://ultra-fresh.com/antimicrobial-vs-antibacterial/

Images retrieved from TRA website: https://ultra-fresh.com/antimicrobial-applications/antimicrobial-plastic/

ULTRA-FRESH FUNGI PU FOAM TEST


MATRX® PS/PSP CUSHIONS

Reversible, wipeable Startex™

Inner liner

Foam with

Outer cover

Wipeable Startex™


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Foam

Outer cover

Wipeable Startex™

MATRX® Vi CUSHION

Inner cover

Foam with


Outer Cover Options:Machine-washable Meshtex

Startex™ Infection Control cover

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MATRX® PSVF CUSHION

Inner coverWipeable Startex™

Outer Cover Options:Startex™ standard cover

Startex™ Infection Control cover

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MATRX® LIBRA CUSHION

Outer Cover Options:Startex™ standard coverStartex™ Infection Control coverSpacetex breathable cover

Wipeable Platilon Inner Liner

Foam with


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MATRX® ELAN HEADREST PADS

Foam with

Reverse Startex™ Infection Control cover


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MATRX® PB/PBD BACK

Foam with

Optional Startex™ Wipeable Slipcover

Machine-washable Meshtex Cover


of the Invacare Matrx Backs online price list/order form: http://motionconcepts.com/pdf/order_forms/can_m/FORM%20NO.%2018-390C_CAN_Matrx%20Back%20Order%20Form.pdf

Wipeable slipcover for all Matrx Elite * PB Backs

http://motionconcepts.com/pdf/order_forms/can_m/FORM%20NO.%2018-390C_CAN_Matrx%20Back%20Order%20Form.pdf

▪ Differ due to different structure of the outer layer and membrane▪ Differ in the way they react to disinfectants and anti-microbial

treatments▪ Only hospital-grade disinfection products work on both

GRAM-POSTITIVE VS GRAM-NEGATIVE BACTERIA


(Wickham, 2017)

Accel TB Wipes Accel Prevention Wipes3M Surface Disinfectant

Cleaner Wipes

Startex™ is highly resistant to wide array of disinfectants.

Wiping of the smooth surface of the Startex™ can be done with

the following commonly used RTU (Ready to Use) products:

STARTEX™ COMPATIBLE DISINFECTING WIPES

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1. Remove all gross contamination from surface i.e. urine, feces, blood with absorbent material i.e. cloth, paper towels

2. Ensure area is clean by wiping the surface with one of the approved RTU (Ready-To-Use) cleaning agents

3. Disinfect; liberally wipe the surface again with RTU wipes (avoid pooling of the disinfectant)

4. Wipe dry after recommended dwell time (1-3 minutes – refer to each mfg. instructions)

5. No matter what disinfectant chemistry is used, it is best practice to wipe the surface with a damp cloth and mild soap and finally a damp cloth (with liberal amounts of water)

▪ Startex™ may be easily washed in a washing machine with neutral detergent (Tide, Persil) in warm water (60°C or 140°F)

▪ Air drying is the method of choice, but cold air drying machine cycle is also safe for the fabric

PROTOCOL FOR DISINFECTING STARTEX™

also

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Startex™Recovery 5™ (R5)

Anti-bacterial:AATCC Method 147-1988 Staphylococcus A, contact inhibition 99%+Anti-Fungal:AATCC Method 30-1998-Aspergillus Niger, contact inhibition 99%+Cytotoxicity: Non-allergenic

Anti-bacterial:AATCC Method 147-1988 Staphylococcus A, contact inhibition 99%+Anti-Fungal:AATCC Method 30-1998-Aspergillus Niger, contact inhibition 99%+Cytotoxicity:Method SOP:EA-WI-015. Result: “negative” toxicity

Tear strength: 10.7 lbf, Hydrostatic burst: 75 psiSlipperyLimited stretch Develops micro-tears with repeated use of disinfectants

Complies with Biocompatibility regulations: Prop 65 (Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act, California)

REACH (European Union, Biosafety legislation)RoHs (EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

Advantages of Startex™:

Stronger: Tear strength: 11.7 lbf & Hydrostatic burst: 200 psiNon-slipperyHighly stretchableEndures repeated use of hospital-grade disinfectant wipes

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Recovery 5™ vs Startex™


Hermetically welded seams help to prevent entrapment of small particles and passage of fluids

Wipeable Slipcover for all Matrx Cushions


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MATRX PROTECT WIPEABLE SLICOVERS – FOR MATRX E2 BACK SERIES


Reversible covers on PS and PSP cushions▪ Important for product trials with the clients▪ Appreciated by caregivers of clients with bowel and bladder incontinence▪ Designed for effective infection control

Infection Control cover options for PSVF, Vi, and Libra

Infection Control: Matrx® Cushion Design

Cushions

▪ Matrx Green foam includes Ultra-Fresh™ antimicrobial additive▪ Molded foam has skinned surface which can be wiped clean with soap and water▪ All cushions include inner cover or liner which remains in place to protect the cushion when

outer cover is laundered▪ PS/PSP cushions include reversible Startex™ outer cover, the smooth side can be disinfected

with approved disinfecting wipes▪ Libra, Vi, and PSVF cushions are available with optional Infection Control covers made with

wipeable Startex™ cover▪ New wipeable infection control slipcovers are now offered for all Matrx cushions

Backs

▪ Posture Back/Posture Back Deep molded foam includes Ultra-Fresh™ antimicrobial additive▪ Molded foam has skinned surface which can be wiped clean with soap and water▪ Startex™ Wipeable Slipcovers are available for all Elite and Posture Backs, removable for

laundering or can be disinfected with approved disinfecting wipes

Headrests

▪ Elan headrest Pads include molded foam with Ultra-Fresh™ antimicrobial additive▪ Elan covers are available with smooth side out Startex™ covers which can be removed for

laundering or wiped clean with approved disinfecting wipes

Matrx Infection Control Advantages

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Anna Sokol: [email protected]

CONTACT ANNA SOKOL TO LEARN MORE or SCHEDULE A WEBINAR

mailto:[email protected]

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