MUMBAI, India, May 29 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641044138 A) filed by Saveetha Institute Of Medical And Technical Sciences, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, on April 7, for 'adaptive modular belt pad system with anatomical zoning for prolonged bedridden patients.'
Inventor(s) include Dr. Vanitha Jayaraj; Dr, S Mythili; and Deepak Nallaswamy Veeraiyan.
The application for the patent was published on May 29, under issue no. 22/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The invention relates to an Adaptive Modular Belt-Pad System with Anatomical Zoning designed for patients who are subjected to prolonged bedridden conditions and require continuous support to minimize the risks associated with long-term immobility. The system comprises a series of detachable, reconfigurable and anatomically contoured soft pad modules arranged in a belt-like configuration, each module corresponding to critical pressure-prone regions such as the shoulders, chest, hips, knees and facial areas. The modular pads incorporate cushioning structures formed from materials such as medical-grade gel, advanced foams or pneumatic air-cell composites, each capable of redistributing localized pressure and enhancing patient comfort. In advanced embodiments, the modules further include integrated sensorbased monitoring systems capable of detecting pressure intensity, skin temperature and surface moisture levels, with optional visual or digital indicators and loT-based connectivity to provide real-time alerts to caregivers for early detection of high-risk conditions. The system is designed to adapt dynamically to patient anatomy and varying clinical requirements, offering high degrees of customization through selective module placement, adjustable firmness and flexible configurations to suit both prone and supine patient positions. Unlike conventional mattressbased systems, which are bulky, costly and provide only generalized pressure relief, the disclosed invention offers a lightweight, wearable and portable solution that delivers targeted, zone-specific support and dynamic off-loading, thereby improving patient safety, comfort and long-term care outcomes while reducing caregiver workload and intervention frequency."
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