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Bed Rails for Adjustable Beds These adult bed rails are compatible with adjustable beds, both elecric and manu... Bed Rails for Fall Prevention Larger safety bed guard rails for elderly are primarily designed to keep people ... Portable or Travel Bed Rails Great for travel, these rails are lightweight, and easy to remove, fold up & re-... Our Parentgiving Customer Care team takes any potential bed-rail buyer on a series of questions to determine what kind of bed rail is appropriate: What kind of bed will the rail be used on? Is there a box spring and mattress? Is it an adjustable bed? Is it a hospital bed? What size is the bed? Do they want the rail to be one sided or two? Will the rail be used as an assist to help them get in and out of bed or is it to keep them in bed during the night? Is there a caregiver to raise and lower the rail, or will the patient need to do that themselves? Before purchasing a bedrail for use in a facility, it is important to contact the facility and determine what can and cannot be installed.
If a loved one suffers from dementia and is quite active, will they be confused and try to climb over the rails? Rather than protecting the patient, this could actually harm them more. Many of our rails will fit beds from Twin to King. Be sure to read the descriptions for all pertinent dimensions and information. There are a few bed types where rails cannot be installed. Most rails have either a board attached which goes under the mattress, or straps which must have unobstructed access to the other side of the bed. Some bed systems that physically cannot accept rails are: Sleep Number beds (there are many different models — call us if you are not sure) Platform beds, including Tempurpedic Beds whose box springs have been removed to make the overall height lower Adjustable beds are no problem! Our best-selling EZ Adjust Bed Rail is extremely versatile, affordable and a cinch to install on adjustable or standard beds. Please take a look at the video to see how well it works and don't miss the rave reviews!
Once you have answered the above questions you can start looking in the correct category for the best rail for your situation. If all of this is a little overwhelming, call us! We are very familiar with all different types of beds and rails and will be able to make suggestions for you. Keeping your loved one safe is very important to us, as well! Can the rail be raised and lowered by the person in the bed? Many rails cannot be operated by the person in the bed. They are meant to be operated by a care giver. Be sure to read the product descriptions carefully to confirm this information. What is the difference between a safety bed rail and an assist rail? A safety bed rail prevents you from rolling or falling out of bed. An assist rail is a shorter length handle that provides balance and stability getting in and out of bed. Do I have to get rails for both sides of the bed? We have both single side and double side rails, depending on your needs. Which rail can be used in a Sleep Number bed?
As suggested by Sleep Number, they do not recommend rails be used on their beds. They can cause damage to the mattress. Are bed rails dangerous for the elderly? People at higher risk of entrapment, falls or injury from portable bed rails include those with conditions such as confusion, restlessness, lack of muscle control, or a combination. What kind of bed will the rails work in? If you have an adjustable bed, such as a Craftmatic bed, you will need to select a rail from our “Bed Rails for Adjustable Beds” sub category. For non- adjustable beds, most rails will work, provided there is a mattress and box spring. Please read the individual product descriptions of the rail you are considering for other requirements, such as bed height, where needed. Most of the bed rails are not compatible for use on a platform bed due to the way they install and the clearance needed to raise and lower them. We also have a sub category for “Hospital Bed Rails” for use on a hospital bed.
What rails can be installed at the foot of the bed? None of the rails we offer are designed to be installed at the foot of a bed. Which rails can be used in an assisted living or nursing facility? Before purchasing any rail for use in an assisted living or nursing facility, please confirm directly with the facility if it is allowed. Regulations may vary by state and facility regarding use of what is considered a restraint.Westside Medical Supply is your trusted source for medical equipment rental. We carry a wide variety of medical equipment to assist with mobility or comfort issues after surgery or to aid in you indoor/outdoor mobility should the need arise. Here is a list of all the equipment we can provide. Contact us or stop into either location to rent equipment. (including light-weight chairs) – These are designed to make life easier if long distance mobility may become an issue. Much lighter for the ease of transporting. They have the small 8” wheels so you will need to be pushed.
Great for navigating in the home as you can get through doorways easier than a scooter and also have higher back supports than a scooter. POV’s – Great for the Lilac Fest or getting to the outdoor picnic. Hospital beds (with mattress and short or long side rails) Note the popular is a semi electric bed, but some people may need a full electric which allows you full control of the bed via a hand pendent. Lastly note, Low beds are available for use which go lower to the floor for those who may have issues with transferring or those who may be at risk for falls from a higher bed height. Low Air Loss for pressure prevention or after surgery on the buttocks Great for holding the phone, a plate and aids to daily living while in bed Remember the longest portable is 12’ so we can assist in guiding the proper length ramp for your ability to get in and out of your home. We can also do a house call to determine which one will best meet your need. Snap a pic of the entrance on your phone and email it to us so we can get a better picture of the situation.
These are great to assist with transfers to and from the bed or bed to commode. Roll-a-bout style knee walker This is a great assistive device that takes the place of crutches and is mostly used for post op use after ankle or foot surgery. The newest units are swivel in style and a blessing in disguise for the after surgery mobility issues. This device is rented over a period of 8 weeks with a cost against use-age program. Its ultra-stable foundation braces you in every direction. It is not like pushing a typical walker. Instead, the U-Step walker surrounds you and moves with you. You will feel as stable as you would fee holding onto another person’s arm. This is the cooling device that one would use post op knee or shoulder surgery. This item is rented by the week and is a great recovery tool to aid in swelling prevention and assist with getting you back into your routine. This device is just amazing. It truly does help increase range of motion and prevent pain whether it’s post op surgery or to aid in wrist, Knee, hip, back, neck pain etc.
This device is FDA approved and is catching on in the marketplace real fast with its positive results. I have spoken to a Physical therapist who told me this prevents atrophy in the lower extremities and has been helpful in healing skin pressure sores. Please stop in for a 10 minute free demonstration to see if it makes a difference in your life. These come in a variety of sizes. We stock the largest selection of chairs in Rochester. We have single motor chairs for rent and a dual motor chair. What this means is if you have recently had a hip replacement, you may not be able to sit at a certain angle. The dual motor chair allows you to open the hip angle up more than a single motor chair thus relieving comfort. The dual motor also allows you to sit straighter than the single motor chair while having your legs stretched out straight. Westside Medical will also extend the first month rental toward the purchase of any of the above items. Note – all the above items can be delivered by Westside Medical with full instruction and setup on delivery.