BPMS System

Seating & Positioning Analysis

Tekscan

  • Measures peak pressure location and intensity without impacting surface properties
  • Provides clinical data to support ulcer prevention, tissue preservation, and wound management
  • Assists in evidence-based selection of cushions and patient positioning strategies
  • Delivers real-time visual feedback for patient engagement and postural adjustment
  • Enhances reporting with quantifiable, repeatable pressure metrics
  • Available in multiple sensor formats for various body sizes and surface dimensions
  • Supports data acquisition rates up to 100 Hz

Details

The Body Pressure Measurement System (BPMS™) is a versatile and precise tool for analyzing interface pressure across various support surfaces. It delivers high-resolution pressure data without altering the characteristics of the surface being evaluated, making it ideal for clinical and research environments focused on seating, cushioning, and positioning strategies.

Using ultra-thin, flexible sensor mats, the system pinpoints concentrated pressure areas that may contribute to pressure ulcers or tissue breakdown. This objective insight helps clinicians scientifically select the most suitable cushions or mattresses, optimize patient posture, and monitor healing or progression of wounds over time.

The system captures real-time data up to 100 Hz, offering both numeric pressure values and intuitive visual displays. It enhances documentation, patient communication, and therapeutic decision-making. Multiple sensor configurations are available to support various body sizes and clinical applications.

Available Sensor Configurations
The BPMS system supports multiple sensor models tailored for different clinical and research applications. Each sensor offers a specific combination of sensing area, spatial resolution, and mat quantity, allowing users to choose the best fit for full-body, seat-only, or segment-specific pressure mapping. The chart below outlines the key specifications for each sensor option:

Models

BCE 5315-1
High Resolution – 1 point/cm² - Seating System
BCE 5330-1
Low Resolution – 0.5 points/cm² - Seating System
Body Pressure Measurement System (BPMS)

Accessories

5315 Sensor
High-resolution seating sensor with a sensing area of 48.77 × 42.67 cm; ideal for detailed pressure mapping on seat surfaces.
5330 Sensor
Low-resolution seating sensor with a square sensing area of 47.14 × 47.14 cm; ideal for general seat assessments or portable use.
5350 Sensor
Compact, high-resolution seating sensor (41.66 × 38.61 cm); best suited for smaller seating applications where spatial detail is critical.
5400N Sensor
Large-area, low-resolution mattress sensor (57.80 × 88.40 cm); commonly used for supine body positioning or pressure sore monitoring on mattresses.

Downloads

MDL_SF_BPMS-ATI Datasheet