Principles of Dry Floatation

Principle I

Six Degrees of Freedom

Allows the cushion to track with the client
Decreases friction and shear

Principle II

Constant Restoring Forces

Provides floatation and constant pressure
independent of time

Principle III

Low Surface Tension

Allows immersion and envelopment.
Decreases tissue deformation during immersion

Principle IV

Low Friction & Shear

Neoprene is treated to reduce friction
Small individual cells reduce shearing
Cells move with the client to improve ease of movement