Pressure Mapping

Pressure mapping measures the pressure between a person and the surface they're sitting or lying on, and shows it as a colour map on screen. Clinicians use it during seating and pressure care assessments to compare cushions, backs, mattresses and positions.

A thin mat full of pressure sensors goes between the person and the cushion, back or mattress. The sensors send readings to software that shows the pressure in real time. Tactilus, for example, records up to 1,000 readings a second from sensing points as little as 2 mm apart. Read the results alongside posture, comfort and skin condition.

BES supplies Tactilus pressure mapping systems for new sales. Tactilus is available as a seat mat, a seat-and-back pair or a bed system.

Mostly wheelchair and seating services, occupational therapists, physiotherapists and tissue viability teams. It helps most when a person is at risk of pressure injury or when equipment needs comparing objectively. It supports clinical judgement and doesn't replace it.

Yes. Mapping the same person on different cushions, or on one cushion at different settings, shows where pressure is concentrated and how a change moves it. It can also help explain a seating decision to the user and their family. Use it alongside posture, function, comfort and skin checks.

The price depends on the Tactilus system, mat configuration and software required. Contact us for a quote.