{"product_id":"molnlycke-z-flo-fluidized-positioner-pillow-aid-in-minimize-pressure-injury-emis","title":"Molnlycke Z-Flo Fluidized Positioner Pillow aid in minimize pressure injury EMIS+","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8f9fa; border-left: 4px solid #0057a8; padding: 12px 16px; margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"ai-summary\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClinical Summary:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Mölnlycke® Z-Flo™ Fluidized Positioner is a pressure-redistribution device used to maintain therapeutic patient positioning and offload bony prominences in the prevention of pressure injuries. Its viscous-fluid and polyethylene-bead filled polyurethane envelope conforms to anatomy on moulding and retains that shape until re-moulded, unlike memory foam or beanbag alternatives. Indicated for pressure injury prevention in ICU, operating theatre, prone ventilation (ARDS), occiput protection, medical device pressure offloading and neonatal\/paediatric positioning.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mölnlycke Z-Flo Fluidized Positioner is a therapeutic positioning aid used across critical care, operating theatre, ward and community settings to redistribute interface pressure and support neutral anatomical alignment. Unlike standard pillows that lose shape under load or foam wedges that rebound to a preset form, the Z-Flo positioner is filled with a proprietary fluidised medium of viscous fluid, microspheres and polyethylene beads in a sealed polyurethane film. Moulding is performed by hand; the device holds the formed shape until the clinician remoulds it, maintaining offloading through repositioning cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePressure injury prevention in immobilised patients requires both pressure redistribution and elimination of friction and shear. The Z-Flo positioner addresses both by conforming intimately to bony prominences such as the occiput, scapulae, trochanters, heels and sacrum, while channels can be moulded to accommodate endotracheal tubes, nasogastric tubes, external fixators and other medical devices that are themselves a known cause of medical-device-related pressure injuries (MDRPIs).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMölnlycke Health Care\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ-Flo™ Fluidized Positioner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFill Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eViscous fluid, hollow microspheres and polyethylene beads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOuter Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyurethane film, fluid-impermeable, wipeable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConformability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoulds and holds shape until remoulded; not subject to gravity or memory rebound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible with standard healthcare disinfectant wipes per IPC protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSterility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-sterile; patient-dedicated, single-patient multi-use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatex Content\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLatex-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegulatory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE Mark under EU MDR 2017\/745; FDA 510(k) cleared (Class I medical device); ISO 13485 quality management; registered with Singapore HSA Medical Device Register via Mölnlycke authorised distribution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndividually packaged; sizes for adult, paediatric and neonatal populations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical Indications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressure injury prevention for immobilised, ICU and perioperative patients per NPIAP\/EPUAP\/PPPIA 2019 International Clinical Practice Guideline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProne positioning of mechanically ventilated ARDS patients, including head, chest, pelvic and tibial support during 12-16 hour proning cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffloading of medical-device-related pressure injury risk points (endotracheal tubes, NG tubes, non-invasive ventilation masks, external fixators, tracheostomy flanges)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccipital protection and head-neck alignment in long surgical cases and bariatric positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeonatal and paediatric developmental positioning (containment, midline support) in NICU and PICU environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating theatre positioning for lateral, prone, Trendelenburg and lithotomy cases, reducing intra-operative pressure injury incidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does the Z-Flo positioner differ from gel pads or foam wedges for pressure redistribution?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Gel pads and closed-cell foam wedges return to a fixed shape under load, creating focal pressure points that shift as the patient moves. The Z-Flo fluidised medium remains in whatever position it is moulded to, conforming continuously to anatomy and spreading load over a larger contact area - a mechanism aligned with NPIAP's recommendation to increase effective support surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Which sizes should I stock for a mixed ICU and operating theatre caseload?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Most units stock a combination of small (approximately 28x56 cm) for head and limb offloading, medium (30x51 cm) for trunk and pelvic support, and large (41x76 cm or 64x91 cm) for full-body prone support. Paediatric and neonatal sizes are available for NICU and PICU, where the positioner is also used for developmental midline containment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can Z-Flo be used in combination with reactive air mattresses and alternating-pressure surfaces?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. International pressure injury guidelines recommend layered interventions - a pressure-redistributing support surface plus anatomical offloading plus scheduled repositioning. The Z-Flo positioner does not compress the underlying mattress significantly, preserving the engineered performance of reactive and alternating-pressure systems while adding targeted offloading at high-risk prominences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is the positioner cleaned and decontaminated between patients in Singapore healthcare facilities?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The sealed polyurethane outer film permits wipe-down with standard hospital-grade quaternary ammonium or chlorine-based disinfectants as per MOH and IPC (Infection Prevention and Control) guidance. Inspect the seam and film integrity at each cleaning cycle and discard if the film is compromised. The positioner is intended for single-patient multi-use within that patient's admission episode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this product HSA-registered for use in Singapore public and private hospitals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. The Z-Flo Fluidized Positioner is listed under Mölnlycke's Singapore HSA Medical Device Register entry and supplied through EMIS as an authorised Singapore distributor. 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