{"product_id":"mattress-bolster-for-icare-ic333el-extra-long-bed","title":"Mattress Bolster for Icare IC333EL Extra Long Bed | Available in 6\" or 8\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eMattress Bolster\u003c\/strong\u003e extend the lying surface on an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/medshopdirect.com\/products\/extra-long-adjustable-homecare-hospital-bed-icare-ic333el\" title=\"Extra Long Hospital Bed for Taller People - Icare IC333EL\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIC333EL bed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, matching the pressure relief and thickness of any Icare mattress. Provides 12\" of added legroom, keeping taller sleepers comfortable without their feet hanging off the bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo thickness options:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\" (for IC15 Mattress) and 8\" (For IC20\/IC30 Mattress)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeel Rating: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium or Firm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePressure Risk Category: \u003c\/strong\u003eHigh - matches pressure relief properties of \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/medshopdirect.com\/collections\/icare-activex-mattresses-for-hospital-beds\" title=\"Icare ActiveX Mattresses for Hospital Beds - MedShop Direct\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eiCare ActiveX™ mattresses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12-inch foot extension \u003c\/strong\u003eadds legroom for tall users up to 7'1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreates uniform support surface \u003c\/strong\u003ewithout gaps or height differences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished in the\u003cstrong\u003e same fabric as ActiveX™ mattresses\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZip-off washable cover\u003c\/strong\u003e for infection control\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContour-Latch\u003c\/strong\u003e prevents bolster from shifting or separating during use and maintains connection during bed repositioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with \u003cstrong\u003eIcare extra long sheet sets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-sm font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatches Mattress Thickness \u0026amp; Prevents Heel Pressure Ulcers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eStandard foot extensions create dangerous height mismatches—6-inch mattresses paired with 8-inch bolsters (or vice versa) cause feet to sit elevated or sink creating uneven pressure that rapidly develops heel ulcers in tall patients. This \u003cstrong\u003emattress extension bolster\u003c\/strong\u003e available in \u003cstrong\u003e6\" or 8\" thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e matches your specific iCare mattress creating seamless uniform support. The pressure relief properties extend consistently across the entire 12-inch extension preventing the heel pressure concentration occurring at thickness transitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-sm font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContour-Latch Stops Separation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eContour-Latch securing system\u003c\/strong\u003e prevents the shifting and separation that occurs with standard bolsters during bed positioning or patient movement—eliminating the dangerous gaps that trap feet, create pressure points, or leave feet dangling unsupported. The bolster stays connected during head and foot adjustments maintaining continuous support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-sm font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWashable Cover Maintains Infection Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ezip-off washable cover\u003c\/strong\u003e allows easy removal for laundering after patient discharge or contamination—matching the infection control standards of iCare ActiveX™ mattresses. The same fabric maintains consistent feel across the entire sleep surface. Compatible with iCare extra long sheet sets for proper fitted sheet coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-sm font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour Authorized iCare Partner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedShop Direct ensures you receive authentic iCare quality matching your IC333EL bed investment. We understand tall patient care challenges because we supply facilities where proper equipment fit determines pressure injury outcomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHIS MATTRESS EXTENSION BOLSTER IS PERFECT FOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-Term Care Facilities with Tall Resident Populations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skilled nursing facilities using iCare IC333EL extra long beds for residents over 6 feet tall face heel pressure ulcer complications when mismatched foot extension thickness creates uneven support causing heels to sink at the mattress-bolster junction. This mattress bolster for iCare IC333EL in matching 6\" or 8\" thickness creates seamless uniform pressure relief across the entire 12-inch foot extension, eliminating the height difference that concentrates pressure at residents' heels during extended bed rest. The Contour-Latch prevents separation during profiling bed adjustments for meals and therapy, while the zip-off washable cover maintains infection control standards in long-term care healthcare environments where serving tall resident populations requires proper equipment fit preventing the heel ulcers that develop within days when foot extensions don't match mattress specifications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome Healthcare for Tall Post-Surgical Patients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Home health agencies placing iCare IC333EL extra long beds for tall patients recovering from surgery at home face equipment challenges when standard bolsters don't match the 6\" IC15 or 8\" IC20\/IC30 mattress thickness ordered for pressure redistribution. This mattress extension bolster in thickness-matched 6\" or 8\" options ensures home care patients receive uniform support preventing heel pressure injuries during post-surgical limited mobility, while the Contour-Latch prevents bolster separation that would leave feet dangling unsupported overnight when family caregivers aren't monitoring. The matching ActiveX™ fabric cover works with iCare extra long sheet sets allowing standard fitted sheet coverage in home healthcare environments where proper equipment compatibility determines whether tall surgical patients heal successfully at home versus developing pressure complications requiring hospital readmission.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRehabilitation Centers for Tall Patients with Extended Recovery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rehabilitation facilities managing tall patients following strokes, spinal cord injuries, or orthopedic procedures requiring weeks of bed rest and therapy face pressure injury prevention challenges when foot extensions don't provide the same pressure relief as the primary therapeutic mattress surface. This bolster for extra long hospital bed with high-risk pressure category rating and matching iCare mattress thickness extends pressure redistribution properties uniformly across the 12-inch foot area, preventing the heel ulcers that develop when therapeutic mattresses end and inadequate bolsters begin. The medium or firm feel rating matches the primary mattress maintaining consistent support during physical therapy positioning, while the washable cover allows infection control between patient admissions in rehabilitation healthcare environments where preventing pressure injuries during extended recovery periods determines whether patients achieve discharge-ready functional independence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBariatric Care Programs for Tall Large Patients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hospitals and long-term care facilities serving tall bariatric patient populations face compounded equipment challenges when patients require both extra length for height and proper pressure redistribution for weight, but standard bolsters lack adequate thickness matching therapeutic bariatric mattresses. This mattress bolster in 8\" thickness option matches iCare IC20\/IC30 bariatric mattress specifications extending uniform pressure relief to feet of tall bariatric patients who would otherwise experience heel pressure concentration at height-mismatched junctions. The Contour-Latch prevents the bolster separation that occurs under bariatric patient weight during repositioning, while the high-risk pressure category indicates suitability for bariatric populations in healthcare environments where serving tall bariatric patients requires equipment addressing both dimensional and therapeutic specifications simultaneously.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHospice Care for Tall End-of-Life Patients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hospice programs providing comfort care for tall terminally ill patients prioritize pressure injury prevention and dignity during final weeks when patients lack mobility for independent repositioning. This bolster for bed for tall people with thickness-matched pressure relief ensures tall hospice patients rest comfortably without heel pressure pain or the indignity of feet hanging unsupported, while the matching ActiveX™ fabric maintains consistent surface feel across the entire sleep surface. The zip-off washable cover allows dignified cleaning after incontinence incidents, and the Contour-Latch prevents the alarming bolster separation that distresses families visiting bedside in hospice healthcare environments where comfort and dignity during end-of-life care require proper equipment fit for tall patients avoiding the pressure pain and discomfort that compromises peaceful final days.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpinal Cord Injury Units for Tall Paralyzed Patients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rehabilitation facilities and long-term care units managing tall paralyzed patients with absent protective sensation face catastrophic heel pressure ulcer risks when foot extensions don't provide the same pressure redistribution as primary therapeutic mattresses serving paralyzed body weight. This mattress extension bolster with matching iCare mattress thickness prevents the rapid heel ulcer development occurring within hours when paralyzed tall patients' heels rest on inadequate bolsters lacking proper pressure relief properties. The seamless thickness matching eliminates the junction pressure points where paralyzed patients cannot sense developing injury, while the Contour-Latch prevents separation that would leave paralyzed feet unsupported in spinal cord injury healthcare environments where heel ulcer prevention in tall paralyzed populations determines whether patients avoid the stage 3-4 injuries requiring surgical flap procedures that delay rehabilitation progress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Icare","offers":[{"title":"Twin XL \/ 6\" (Fits IC15 Mattress)","offer_id":47809228243188,"sku":"MBTXL15","price":342.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Twin XL \/ 8\" (Fits IC20 or IC30 Mattress)","offer_id":47809228275956,"sku":"MBTXL20","price":394.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full XL \/ 6\" (Fits IC15 Mattress)","offer_id":47809228308724,"sku":"MBFXL15","price":404.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full XL \/ 8\" (Fits IC20 or IC30 Mattress)","offer_id":47809228341492,"sku":"MBFXL20","price":434.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Queen \/ 6\" (Fits IC15 Mattress)","offer_id":47809228374260,"sku":"MBQ15","price":414.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Queen \/ 8\" (Fits IC20 or IC30 Mattress)","offer_id":47809228407028,"sku":"MBQ20","price":444.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/8844\/3636\/files\/IC333_Extra_Long_Bolster.webp?v=1774285815","url":"https:\/\/medshopdirect.com\/products\/mattress-bolster-for-icare-ic333el-extra-long-bed","provider":"MedShop Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}