Mölnlycke Z-Flo - Fluidized Positioner 12 W X 20 D Inch Floam Freestanding - 1401007
- Supports shoulders, back and hips for turning in the side-lying position
- Offloading the sacrum and heels in the supine position
- Used to separate knees and ankles while floating heels in the side-lying position
- Z4
- Adult Fluidized Positioner
Specifications
Stock Number : 1054365
Manufacturer # : 1401007
Brand : Mölnlycke Z-Flo
Manufacturer : Molnlycke
Country of Origin : United Kingdom
Application : Fluidized Positioner
Color : Beige
Cover Material : Without Cover
Dimensions : 12 W X 20 D Inch
HCPCS : E0190
Inflation Type : Noninflatable
Material : Floam
Size : Small
UNSPSC Code : 42211503
What our Experts Think
- Fluidized positioning support designed to provide stable, pressure-distributing containment for neonatal and pediatric care.
- Floam technology conforms closely to body contours, helping reduce localized pressure points and improve patient comfort.
- Compact 12" × 20" freestanding design makes it suitable for targeted positioning in tight clinical spaces.
- Maintains shape and support consistency once molded, reducing the need for frequent repositioning.
- Helps clinicians achieve proper alignment and gentle immobilization during procedures or recovery.
- Designed to support pressure injury prevention protocols in sensitive or high-risk patients.
- Lightweight and repositionable for flexible use across different care scenarios within hospital settings.
- A specialized clinical tool intended for professional healthcare environments requiring precise patient positioning.
Q&A
Q: What is the Mölnlycke Z-Flo Fluidized Positioner 12″ × 20″ (1401007) used for?
A: A hospital-grade fluidized positioning device designed to support patient alignment, redistribute pressure, and reduce risk of pressure injuries by conforming closely to the body.
Q: How does the Z-Flo fluidized positioner work?
A: It uses a fluidized bead (Floam) technology that molds to the patient’s anatomy and holds its shape, helping offload bony prominences and distribute pressure more evenly.
Q: What makes the 12″ × 20″ size useful?
A: This compact size is ideal for targeted support areas such as the heels, sacrum, knees, elbows, or for creating customized positioning “nests” in adult or pediatric patients.
Q: What clinical uses does it have?
A: It is commonly used for side-lying support, heel floating in supine position, maintaining neutral body alignment, and reducing shear/friction during repositioning.
Q: Can it be reshaped during use?
A: Yes. It can be repeatedly molded and remolded to match changing patient positioning needs without losing its supportive structure.
Q: Who is this product intended for?
A: It is intended for trained healthcare professionals in hospitals, long-term care, or clinical settings to support pressure injury prevention and patient positioning.
Maintenance Tips
- Inspect cover before each use for tears, leaks, or seam damage; do not use if compromised.
- Ensure beads remain evenly fluidized before patient placement for consistent pressure redistribution.
- Clean outer cover using approved hospital-grade disinfectants per facility infection-control policy.
- Do not immerse internal bead system unless explicitly approved by manufacturer guidelines.
- Keep completely dry after cleaning to prevent microbial growth.
- Avoid exposure to sharp instruments, excessive heat, or autoclaving, which can damage the structure.
- Store flat in a clean, dry clinical area away from direct sunlight and contamination.
- Replace if fluidization performance or support consistency becomes uneven or degraded.
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