Differences in Sensory Changes between the Floor and Mattress in the Static Prone Position for Healthy Science Research

摘要

There are limited comparative studies examining physiotherapy performed in various environments and positions. Thus, we conducted a healthy science research, investigating the difference in body pressure-related sensory changes between the floor and mattress while in the static prone position. We used the Body Pressure Measurement System to analyze changes in body pressure. In this measurement system, sensors are attached to existing mattresses and floor surfaces beneath the subjects. The level of pain was evaluated using pain score tools before the static prone position was adopted, at 1, 5, 10, and 15 min, and in total for specific body points. We measured five time points and five body points while placed in the static, prone position. There wereno significant differences found in body pressure between floor and mattress placement. However, the pain score values for the arm and abdomen were significantly higher in the floor group compared to the mattress group. In addition, pain score values increased with time for the mattress and floor groups. These results suggest that the properties of time, posture, and environment need to be carefully considered when applying sensory rehabilitation.