Viscoelastic foam, commonly referred to as memory foam, demonstrates better pressure-relieving properties than standard foam and should be used when foam mattresses are appropriate. Dynamic air surfaces are powered with electricity which alters the level of support through inflation and deflation of air. By changing the level of inflation and deflation, levels of support can vary and relieve pressure, some lateral rotation can be accomplished and moisture management can be achieved through air loss. Dynamic air surfaces should be considered if a patient cannot reposition themselves independently or if the patient has a poorly healing ulcer (Whitney et al, 2006). Air-fluidised Therapy (AFT) surfaces have demonstrated the best performance related to wound prevention and care. A retrospective analysis of pressure ulcer prevention and treatment reported that ulcers treated with AFT had statistically significant faster healing rates (particularly for stage 3 and 4 ulcers) with significantly fewer hospitalisations and emergency room visits. AFT support surfaces have demonstrated great healing potential and can be beneficial to the palliative care patient. Traditional AFT support provides pressure redistribution via a fluid-like medium created by forcing air through ceramic beads which creates immersion and envelopment. These surfaces have traditionally been part of a large, heavy and expensive specialty bed system and although very desirable for wound care, problems have been encountered with application. There have been problems with bead leakage and it is very difficult to move patients in and out of the bed. Since these AFT bed systems are operating with air being forced through ceramic beads, the air can become heated and this may raise room temperature due to the constant hot air exhaust. Continuous exposure to warm dry air can lead to increased, evaporative water loss and may require oral or IV therapy. Excessive incontinence and exudate saturates the beads and hampers fluidisation