Stryker Sage: Safe Care for You and Your Patients
Addressing the risk of pressure injuries and safe patient handling solutions.
Are your patients at risk for pressure injuries?
Pressure injuries are a significant health issue and one of the biggest challenges healthcare facilities face daily. Beyond the high cost of treatment, pressure injuries significantly impact patients' lives and a hospital's ability to provide appropriate care.
Too common and costly for patients, families, and the healthcare system:
- Pressure injuries affect more than 2.5 million patients per year.
- The overall prevalence of pressure injuries is 9.3%.
- Approximately 60,000 patients die each year as a direct result of a pressure injury.
- The cost to treat pressure injuries can range from $20,900 to $151,700, depending on the stage of injury.
Pressure injuries are commonly seen in high-risk populations, including elderly patients who are very ill and critical care patients.
The primary goal—prevention
As a nurse, you are on the frontline of defense against pressure injuries. Constant vigilance and communication across units are essential to reduce the rate of pressure injuries in high-risk patient populations.
A challenging condition: Addressing pressure injuries has always been a challenge, not just for caregivers, but for the healthcare industry, as the epidemiology of pressure injuries varies by clinical setting.
The sacrum and the heels are the most common sites to develop pressure injuries.
The fearsome four: Address pressure injury risk factors
- Pressure
- Friction
- Shear
- Moisture
Additional risk factors:
- Reduced mobility or immobility
- Acute illness
- Extremes of age
- Vascular disease
- Level of consciousness
Are you at risk for injury?
Healthcare professionals incur musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries/nonfatal injuries on the job more often than any other private industry occupation. Healthcare workers are more likely to get injured on the job than construction laborers, firefighters, and police officers.
Paying the price:
- Average compensation claim due to patient handling: $15,800
- Average direct cost associated with an occupational back injury of a healthcare provider: $37,000
- Cost of nurse turnover: $27,000 – $103,000
Risks on the rise:
- Patient obesity levels are projected to increase.
- The average age of nurses has risen.
- Aging healthcare workers statistically become more vulnerable to musculoskeletal injuries.
- Estimates project 260,000 unfilled nursing jobs by 2025.
Who takes care of patients when healthcare workers are injured on the job?
Many healthcare workers leave the profession early due to debilitating arm, back, and shoulder injuries. More nurses worry about getting a back injury than contracting an infectious disease. This is for good reason:
- 56% of nurses have experienced MSK pain that was caused by or made worse at work.
- 80% continued to work despite having MSK pain.
- 48% of hospital worker injuries that result in days away from work are caused by overexertion or bodily reaction, including motions like lifting, bending, reaching, or slipping without falling.
The most common tasks that lead to injury are patient:
- Lifting
- Transferring
- Repositioning
Healthcare worker injury factors: Posture, Exertion, Duration of task.
How is your hospital addressing safe patient handling?
There is no such thing as safe manual lifting of patients, regardless of body mechanics. Over 30 years of research and experience shows that relying solely on proper body mechanics or manual lifting techniques is not effective in reducing back and other MSK injuries.
Nurses can lift a cumulative weight of up to 1.8 tons during an 8-hour shift.
Hospitals are investing in equipment, but healthcare workers are still getting injured:
82% of healthcare workers who sustained an MSK injury did not use facility lifting equipment.
Why aren't nursing staff using lifting equipment?
The equipment may not be easily accessible. It may be located away from patient care areas, moved to another floor, unavailable while being reprocessed, or, worse yet, locked away in a closet.
Sage Prevalon® MATS Mobile Air Transfer System
Safely and easily transfer patients
The Prevalon Mobile Air Transfer System (MATS) is designed to provide nurses with a safe and easy way to laterally transfer patients. The system uses a cushion of air to move patients laterally from one surface to another with significantly less pulling and without the need for lifting. It is designed to remain with the patient and provide transfer assistance throughout a hospital stay.
73% less exertion VS. standard of care
Cradle inflation
Cradles patient with 2-phase inflation and raises patient in one smooth motion.
Prevalon Air Pump
Easily fits into the Prevalon Air Pump Cart for easy transport or in cabinets and shelves in patient rooms.
Reprocessed option available
Ask your sales representative for information about our Save Simply program.
Prevalon MATS 39" x 81"
- (1) Prevalon MATS Glide Sheet
- (1) M² Microclimate Body Pad
10 systems/case Reorder #3242-R
Sage Prevalon® AirTAP® Patient Repositioning System
Safe positioning for healthcare workers and patients
Boosting and repositioning patients in bed is a high-frequency task. The Prevalon AirTAP System uses air-assisted technology to significantly reduce the force required to move patients. To reduce the risk of pressure ulcers, the Prevalon AirTAP System maintains an optimal microclimate and delivers proper sacral offloading.
80% less force to boost VS. standard of care
M² Microclimate Body Pad
Effectively absorbs and locks in moisture to protect patient's skin while allowing air to flow through.
Hi-tech fabric
- Promotes a healthy microclimate for the skin and is compatible with low air loss technology.
- Easy to clean surface.
Hose Protection Sleeve
Helps protect hose from environmental contamination.
Point of Care Power Switch
Integrated into workflow to improve efficiency by allowing caregiver to focus on patient at the bedside.
Prevalon Air Pump
- Safely fits under most ICU beds.
- Hanging clip allows booster pump to travel easily with bed.
Anchor Wedge System
- Helps maintain natural side lying position and reduces pressure by offloading sacrum.
- Minimizes patient migration down the bed.
- Reduces the need for boosting, minimizing shear and friction.
Quick Connect Valve
Provides an easy, secure connection and a quick release.
Easy Roll Handles
Encourage proper posture for healthcare worker.
Tapered design
Ensures patient's head maintains neutral position while inflated.
Black Positioning Handles
Encourage proper ergonomic position for the healthcare worker when preparing to reposition patient.
Prevalon AirTAP Patient Repositioning System
- (1) Prevalon AirTAP Glide Sheet
- (1) M² Microclimate Body Pad
- (2) 30° Body Wedges
5 systems/case Reorder #7217, Reorder #7227
30° Anchor Wedge System
5 pair/case Reorder #7295
Prevalon AirTAP Glide Sheet
10 each/case Reorder #7219, Reorder #7229
Standard: 36" x 55"
M² Microclimate Body Pad 36" x 51"
30 pads/case (6 bags of 5) Reorder #7250
Sage Prevalon AirTAP® XXL Patient Repositioning System
Reduce risk factors for skin injury and patient handling injury when turning and repositioning larger patients
Boosting and repositioning patients in bed is a high-frequency task. The Prevalon AirTAP XXL System helps reduce the risk of injury to nurses and other caregivers by providing an ergonomically friendly method of turning and repositioning larger patients.
Hose Protection Sleeve
Helps protect hose from environmental contamination.
Point of Care Power Switch
Integrated into workflow to improve efficiency by allowing caregiver to focus on patient at the bedside.
Expandable hose
Extends to 10 ft to easily accommodate care settings.
M² Microclimate Body Pad
Effectively absorbs and locks in moisture to protect patient's skin while allowing air to flow through.
Prevalon Air Pump
Easily fits into the Prevalon Air Pump Cart for easy transport or in cabinets and shelves in patient room.
Head support
Inflation provides comfortable support for the head and neck.
30° Body Wedges
- Help maintain natural side lying position and reduce pressure by offloading sacrum.
- Eliminate the need to log roll a patient to place wedges.
Low-Friction Glide Sheet
- Full-length glide sheet provides integrated head and foot support.
- M² Microclimate Body Pad accommodates larger patients.
- 45 inches wide to help accommodate larger patients.
Quick Connect Valve
Provides an easy, secure connection and a quick release.
Body wedge tail
Easy glide fabric enables at least two healthcare workers to turn larger patients.
Easy Roll Handles
Encourage proper posture for healthcare worker.
Extend width of glide sheet by 8 inches.
Prevalon AirTAP XXL Patient Repositioning System
- (2) Prevalon XXL 30° Body Wedges
- (1) Prevalon AirTAP XXL Patient Repositioning Glide Sheet
- (1) M² Microclimate Body Pad
1 system/case Reorder #7231
Prevalon AirTAP XXL Patient Repositioning System Glide Sheet
- (1) Prevalon AirTAP XXL Patient Repositioning Glide Sheet
- (1) M² Microclimate Body Pad
5 systems/case Reorder #7294
Prevalon AirTAP XXL 30° Body Wedge
(2) Prevalon AirTAP XXL 30° Body Wedges 1 pair/case Reorder #7293
XXL Standard: > 45 in, > 114 cm, < 1200 lbs, < 544 kg
M² Microclimate Body Pad XXL 20 pads/case (4 bags of 5) Reorder #7260
Sage Prevalon® TAP XL/XXL Turn and Position System
Turning and repositioning of larger patients
This system helps reduce the risk of injury to nurses and other caregivers by providing an ergonomically friendly method of turning and repositioning larger patients.
Wedge system
- Larger size wedges redistribute pressure for bariatric patients.
- Velcro strips attach to low-friction glide sheet, keeping body wedges in place under patient.
Low-Friction Glide Sheet
- Larger size glide sheet and M² Microclimate Body Pad accommodate bariatric patients.
Mattress Cover
- Secures to most bariatric hospital beds.
- Can be used in place of a fitted/flat hospital sheet to help reduce friction.
M² Microclimate Body Pad
Effectively absorbs and locks in moisture to protect patient's skin while allowing air to flow through.
M² Microclimate Body Pad
- XL: 41" x 57" 20 pads/case (4 bags of 5) Reorder #7255
- XXL: 45" x 57" 20 pads/case (4 bags of 5) Reorder #7260
Prevalon TAP XL/XXL
- (1) Mattress Cover
- (1) Low-Friction Glide Sheet with Anti-Shear Strap
- (6) M² Microclimate Body Pads
- (2) 30° Body Wedges
XL: 40-44 in, 102-132 cm, < 362 kg 41" x 51" 1 system/case Reorder #7220
XXL: > 45 in, 114 cm, < 800 lbs, < 362 kg 46" x 51" 1 system/case Reorder #7230
Sage Prevalon® TAP 2.0 Turn and Position System
Turn and position patients safely
The Prevalon Turn and Position System 2.0, unlike lift slings and plastic slide sheets, stays under the patient at all times. It's always ready to assist with turning, repositioning, and boosting the patient. This makes it possible for nurses and staff to achieve compliance to q2 turning protocol while providing the best care and minimizing stress on the patient.
M² Microclimate Body Pad
Effectively absorbs and locks in moisture to protect patient's skin while allowing air to flow through.
Low-Friction Glide Sheet
- Works with Anchor Wedge System to reduce friction and shear.
- Dermasuede material grips the microclimate body pad to keep it in place.
Anchor Wedge System
- Helps maintain natural side lying position and reduces pressure by offloading sacrum.
- Minimizes patient migration down the bed.
- Reduces the need for boosting, minimizing shear and friction.
Black Positioning Handles
Assist with quick, gentle microturns to position the patient at the appropriate angle.
Orange Boost Straps
Promote proper body mechanics and reduce reliance on grip strength.
Prevalon Tap 2.0
- (2) 30° Body Wedges with Anchor Wedge System
- (1) Low-Friction Glide Sheet
- (1) M² Microclimate Body Pad
5 systems/case Reorder #7201, Reorder #7201-WBS (Without boost straps)
Standard: 36" x 55", < 40 in, < 102 cm, < 550 lbs, < 250 kg
M² Microclimate Body Pad 36" x 51"
30 pads/case (6 bags of 5) Reorder #7250
30° Body Wedges with Anchor Wedge
5 pair/case Reorder #7295
Low-Friction Glide Sheet
20 each/case Reorder #7296
Sage Prevalon® TAP 1.0 Turn and Position System
Reduce risk factors for skin injury and patient handling injury
The Prevalon Turn and Position System 1.0 is designed to assist and maintain proper patient positioning to offload the sacrum. It also effectively manages moisture and body heat to protect patients' skin. In addition, it helps reduce the risk of injuries to nurses and caregivers by providing a more ergonomically friendly method of repositioning patients.
Anti-Shear Strap
Anchors the system to the bed to reduce shearing.
30° Body Wedges
- Soft foam wedges allow staff to easily position patients for consistent protection and pressure redistribution.
Positioning Handles
Assist with quick, gentle microturns to position the patient at the appropriate angle.
M² Microclimate Body Pad
Effectively absorbs and locks in moisture to protect patient's skin while allowing air to flow through.
Low-Friction Glide Sheet
- Works with the 30° Body Wedge System to reduce friction and shear.
- Dermasuede material grips the microclimate body pad to keep it in place.
Prevalon Tap 1.0
- (2) 30° Body Wedges
- (1) Low-Friction Glide Sheet
- (1) M² Microclimate Body Pad
5 systems/case Reorder #7200
Standard: 36" x 50", < 40 in, < 102 cm, < 550 lbs, < 250 kg
M² Microclimate Body Pad 36" x 51"
30 pads/case (6 bags of 5) Reorder #7250
30° Body Wedges 6 pairs/case Reorder #7297
Low-Friction Glide Sheet 20 each/case Reorder #7296
Sage Prevalon® SPS Seated Positioning System
Designed to promote early patient mobility and reduce risk factors for patient handling injury
Boosting and repositioning patients in the bedside chair can put clinicians at risk for injury. The Prevalon Seated Positioning System provides an easy option for clinicians to safely glide patients to an optimal upright-seated position without lifting. It is uniquely engineered to keep the seated patient in place, minimizing the need for repetitive boosting and repositioning.
One-way glide
Unique material resists forward movement, ensuring patients remain in an optimal position.
Multi-Chamber Air Cushion
- Redistributes pressure and provides comfort and security while allowing patient to shift in the chair.
Microclimate Management Pad
Contains and absorbs fluid to protect patient's skin while allowing air to flow through.
Multi-grip Handles
Promote proper ergonomics for healthcare worker posture and body mechanics.
Prevalon Seated Positioning System
- (1) Seated Positioning Cushion with Fastener Strips
- (1) Microclimate Management Pad
5 systems/case Reorder #7530
High Elevation (Above 3000 ft) 5 systems/case Reorder #7531
Prevalon Seated Positioning System
- (1) Seated Positioning Cushion with Fastener Strips
- (5) Microclimate Management Pads
3 systems/case Reorder #7555
High Elevation (Above 3000 ft) 3 systems/case Reorder #7556
Microclimate Management Pad 23" x 36"
30 pads/case (6 bags of 5) Reorder #7550
Sage Prevalon® Heel Protectors
The heel is the second most common site for pressure injury development. The Prevalon Heel Protector was specifically designed to help reduce the risk of heel pressure injury while keeping the foot and leg in a neutral position.
Sage Prevalon Heel Protector I
- Offloads the heel.
- Sequential Compression Device (SCD) compatible.
Low-friction outer shell
Helps maintain patient's freedom of movement by easily sliding over bed sheets.
Dermasuede fabric interior
Gently grips limb so it remains fully offloaded, even when patient is moving.
Closure Straps
Help secure foot.
Sage Prevalon Heel Protector II
- Offloads the heel.
- Reduces plantar flexion contracture risk.
- Sequential Compression Device (SCD) compatible.
Contracture Strap
Helps prevent plantar flexion contracture.
Rip-stop nylon
Helps maintain patient's freedom of movement by easily sliding over bed sheets.
Dermasuede fabric interior
Gently grips limb so it remains fully offloaded, even when patient is moving.
Expandable Straps
Stretch to accommodate lower limb edema. No sharp edges or irritating surfaces.
Sage Prevalon Heel Protector III
- Offloads the heel.
- Reduces plantar flexion contracture risk.
- Helps prevent lateral rotation, reducing risk of peroneal nerve damage.
- Sequential Compression Device (SCD) compatible.
Contracture Strap
Helps prevent plantar flexion contracture.
Rip-stop nylon
Helps maintain patient's freedom of movement by easily sliding over bed sheets.
Integrated Anti-Rotation Wedge
Helps prevent lateral foot and leg rotation, reducing the risk of peroneal nerve damage.
Dermasuede fabric interior
Gently grips limb so it remains fully offloaded, even when patient is moving.
Expandable Straps
Stretch to accommodate lower limb edema. No sharp edges or irritating surfaces.
Prevalon Heel Protector I Recommended for patients with calf circumference of: 10 in – 18 in (25 cm – 46 cm) 8 packages/case Reorder #7305
Prevalon Heel Protector II Recommended for patients with calf circumference of: 10 in – 18 in (25 cm – 46 cm) 8 packages/case Reorder #7300, 2 packages/case Reorder #7302
Foot and Leg Stabilizer Wedge For use with reorder #7300 and #7302 10 packages/case Reorder #7350
Prevalon Heel Protector III with integrated wedge Recommended for patients with calf circumference of: 10 in – 18 in (25 cm – 46 cm) 8 packages/case Reorder #7355
Prevalon Heel Protector III XL with integrated wedge Recommended for patients with calf circumference of: 18 in – 24 in (46 cm – 61 cm) 2 packages/case Reorder #7382
Prevalon Heel Protector III Petite with integrated wedge Recommended for patients with calf circumference of: 6 in – 10 in (15 cm – 25 cm) 8 packages/case Reorder #7310, 2 packages/case Reorder #7312
Proven results
Sage Prevalon® Turn and Position System (TAP)
74% reduction in employee injury saves $315,000
48% decrease in hospital-acquired pressure injury (HAPI)
Sage Prevalon® Seated Positioning System (SPS)
Overall standard of care was 246% greater exertion vs. 2 caregivers using SPS
Sage Prevalon® Heel Protector
72% decrease in heel pressure ulcers over 4 years
Our commitment to you and your patients
Stryker believes building partnerships can deliver better outcomes. The goal is to provide customers with the products, training, education, and support needed to provide the best possible care for patients.
Available resources include:
- Ongoing product and process in-servicing and education
- FocusRN—a free accredited learning portal with interactive CE modules
- Focused clinical education through the Clinical Science Liaison Team
- Pre- and post-intervention assessments
- CustomerOne tracking and reporting
- Education through the Sage Speaker Program from clinical thought leaders
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Stryker is a partner for proven prevention. Market-leading products solve real healthcare problems and are backed by clinical evidence. Stryker's products allow healthcare providers to deliver essential patient care with confidence by addressing risk factors that can lead to infections, skin injury, and caregiver injuries.
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