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  • Understanding human-mattress interface forces is vital for predicting musculoskeletal loads during sleep.
  • Current biomechanical models rely on accurate force distribution data for credibility.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Introduce a novel method for calculating vector forces at the human-mattress interface.
  • Validate the accuracy of the proposed method in predicting musculoskeletal loads.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a vacuum mattress and 3D scanner to record body indentations in supine and lateral positions.
  • Employed image registration to align body pressure distribution with mattress deformation data.
  • Calculated vector force values per unit area (36.25 mm × 36.25 mm).

Main Results:

  • Vertical force components averaged 98.67% ± 7.21% of body weight, showing good consistency.
  • Horizontal force components averaged 2.18% ± 1.77% of body weight.
  • Predicted muscle activity correlated with measured activity (correlation coefficient > 0.7) when using calculated vector forces.

Conclusions:

  • The novel method accurately quantifies human-mattress interface vector forces.
  • This approach enhances the understanding of sleep-related musculoskeletal loads.
  • Findings offer valuable insights for optimizing mattress design and evaluation for improved sleep health.