GelPro® Adds Medical Mats to Comfort Flooring Collection

Patented Dual-Density Technology Provides Surgeons, Nurses and Technicians with New Ergonomically Designed Comfort Mats for Medical Applications

AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GelPro^®, the world’s leader in gel-filled comfort floor mats, today introduced new GelPro Medical Mats, a revolutionary advancement in comfort for the medical profession. Often spending many hours standing on hard, unforgiving flooring when the lives of their patients are on the line, surgeons, nurses, technicians and others in the industry rely on comfort mats to eliminate fatigue and remain alert.

“With this feedback in mind, we created GelPro Medical Mats to the exact standards required for use in medical facilities, ensuring that the professionals we count on to manage our own health are pain free and operating efficiently.”

“While originally designed for use on hard flooring in the kitchen and throughout the home, GelPro’s comfort benefits have been enjoyed by customers who have placed traditional mats in busy operating rooms, high-end salons and spas and other commercial settings,” said Robb McMahan, Founder and CEO of GelPro. “With this feedback in mind, we created GelPro Medical Mats to the exact standards required for use in medical facilities, ensuring that the professionals we count on to manage our own health are pain free and operating efficiently.”

According to a randomized control study* conducted by Columbia University’s School of Medicine and led by Jaime Landman, MD, director of minimally invasive urology, it was concluded that gelmat foot pads improved post-operative discomfort and energy. “I will not operate without a GelPro mat,” said Dr. Landman. Additionally, using gelmat footpads improves surgeons comfort and ergonomics during minimally invasive procedures, reducing the number of stretches and postural changes. Surgeons benefitting most from the use of comfort mats include vascular, transplant, orthopedic, and also scrub technicians.

GelPro Medical Mats are NFPA 260 Certified and feature antimicrobial and antibacterial Cal 117-compliant fabric that is compatible with hospital grade quaternary cleaners. The high-friction top surface is water resistant and easy to clean, and is followed by a scientifically engineered half-inch gel core and quarter-inch foam layer for enhanced comfort. Mats evenly distribute weight for optimum comfort and balance while contouring to the shape of the foot to reduce fatigue and strain on feet, knees and joints. An antimicrobial additive and enhanced traction make up the mat’s bottom layer, delivering superior stability. GelPro recently became the only floor mat company to earn certification from the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI) for wet slip resistance.

Mats come in three distinct colors: Columbia Blue, Do Not Disturb (DND) Red and Surgical Green. Columbia Blue is a light blue commonly found in operating rooms, on surgical drapes and as the predominant color for medical scrubs. This mat is designed to be easily recognizable as it provides a contrast to flooring often found in hospital operating rooms. DND Red is a bright, vibrant red intended for use in No Interruption Zones (NIZ) throughout the medical facility. Designated areas in the hospital that inform surrounding medical personnel that intense concentration is required, NIZs are indicated by red duct tape, mats and flooring. Surgical Green is a yellowish-green similar to the color of a ripe pear. It matches the color of scrubs typically found in hospital operating rooms and, like the Columbia Blue mat, is designed to be easily visible on white or grey operating room floors. Best applications for GelPro Medical Mats include operating rooms, radiology, procedure areas, medical dispensing stations, lab testing areas, pharmacies and other areas within medical facilities where extended standing is required.

GelPro Medical Mats are available in 18" x 24", 20" x 32" and 20" x 48" lengths. Designed and assembled in the USA, GelPro Medical Mats can be purchased directly via the website at www.GelProMedical.com or by calling 1 (866) GEL MATS (435-6287). GelPro Medical Mats are also distributed by AliMed and CommerceConnect.

*Prospective Randomized Evaluation of Gelmat Foot Pads in the Endoscopic Suite by Joseph A. Graversen, M.D. Journal of Urology, May 2010 based on a study conducted at the Columbia University of Medicine. Outpatient Surgery Magazine, April, 2010.

About GelPro

GelPro® is the leading brand of premium gel-filled comfort floor mats. Certified by the National Floor Safety Institute for slip resistance, GelPro ergonomic floor mats are scientifically engineered with patented gel comfort technology that reduces the discomfort of standing on hard flooring. GelPro also features a durable and stain-resistant synthetic fabric surface, appealing to those who value comfort and style in their home. GelPro mats are relied on by the medical industry’s top surgeons and the nation’s best stylists. A must-have accessory, GelPro anti-fatigue floor mats can be purchased at Bed Bath & Beyond, at several specialty retailers nationwide, on QVC, at www.GelPro.com or by calling 1 (866) GEL MATS (435-6287). The GelPro brand is owned and operated by Let’s Gel, Inc., a privately held company founded in Austin, TX. Stand in Comfort!^®

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