American Academy of Nursing
“A multi-layer pressure redistribution surface was found to be statistically significant in reducing pressure ulcer incidence when compared with the “Standard” OR table pad.”

Lummus AC.
Study of a Multi-Layer Pressure Relief Pad in the Operating Room (OR)
University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Allen® Surfaces


Allen Medical offers a variety of pads to fit your O.R. tables, armboards, and stretchers. Allen has over 10 years of experience in the area of pressure management.

Allen pads contain multiple foam layers for optimal pressure management! Optimal pressure management requires a pad that is effective in four main support functions: 1-conforming to the patient's body, 2-providing proper support, 3-prohibiting any bony prominences from bottoming out, and 4-evening out irregularities and gaps in the table surface. No single foam can support all four functions effectively.

Allen® Alto™ Surface is designed to offer superior pressure management in all surgical positions. Engineered, multi-layered and fully contoured, this surface allows bony prominences, to be protected in the pressure reducing zones while other parts of the body are supported and cradled.

Allen® Astrus Elite™ Surface has a four-layer foam composite construction that protects patients four ways. A top layer of memory foam conforms to the patient while the underlying foam layers support the patient’s weight and prevent bottoming out. Both the Astrus Elite and Astrus Elite Silver surfaces contain the same 4-layer advanced pad technology.


Alto Surface
Excellent Surface for all Surgical Positions!

Astrus Elite Surface
Effective Pressure Management!

Astrus Elite Silver Surface
Effective pressure Management!

Standard & Deluxe Surfaces