People in today’s age often work long hours and sometimes only have a day or two off during the week. It can be hard to find time to relax and so ensuring that you get a good nights rest is essential to maintaining your health. If you have difficulty sleeping or have back pain then an adjustable bed may be able to help.
People who suffer from arthritis or have back pain have long known the advantage of sleeping in a slightly elevated position. Having proper back support is essential in these cases and an adjustable bed can be used to facilitate this experience. Many adjustable beds also utilize a special foam that adjusts properly to the contours of your back and greatly increase comfort. This foam is a type of memory foam and is found to greatly reduce back pain and stress.
Traditionally adjustable beds were only found in hospitals and are still to this day found in almost every hospital room. They make it much easier for a caregiver to provide care to their ward and also facilitate a way for people in the bed to easily watch TV or read. The beds are remote controlled and can be easily moved at the touch of a button.
Adjustable beds improve circulation and are beneficial to those with sleeping disorders. By elevating the head portion of the bed you can greatly improve circulation and lung capacity, but the leg portion of the bed can also be raised. This allows the blood flow to move easily throughout the legs and the body.
Many people have discovered the benefits of adjustable beds and they are found in many homes across the world.
Friday, May 30, 2008
Friday, May 23, 2008
What are Adjustable Beds?
Adjustable beds are frequently seen and used in hospitals. They have been proven to have several medical benefits and can make home medical care much easier. Their popularity in private settings began in the 1960’s and has since grown tremendously. They have been featured in many movies and TV shows and other areas of pop culture. Currently there are several different models and manufacturers of adjustable beds available on the market today.
Modern adjustable beds utilize electric motors to manipulate the head and foot sections of the bed. Most utilize an attached remote to control the bed, but some beds utilize wireless remotes instead. A wireless remote is great if you are a care giver because you can adjust the bed easily and can also control when the bed can be used. A wired remote on the other hand is attached directly to the bed. This is nice because you never have to worry about the remote being lost or inaccessible. Most beds that offer a wireless remote can be configured with an attached remote instead.
There are many accepted health benefits that can be gained from using an adjustable bed. Adjustable beds can help to reduce swelling, improve circulation, and lessen back and neck pain. They are also great at controlling acid reflux and reducing heartburn. This is because when you lay down it is easier for acid to pass from the stomach through the throat. During the day, while standing or sitting, gravity actually helps to fight acid reflux and heartburn. As soon as you lay down you typically loose this advantage. An adjustable bed helps because it is possible to sleep with your upper body in a slightly elevated position. This helps to reduce acid reflux and heartburn by returning the advantage of gravity to your corner.
While there are many different medical reasons for purchasing an adjustable bed, it has become increasingly common for people to purchase these devices for comfort reasons rather than out of medical necessity. This is because they make it much more comfortable to read and watch TV in bed. Some models feature special heat and massage, which can be a great way to relieve stress. King sized adjustable beds offer a very unique service because they are in essence two twin beds that can operate independently of one another. This is great if you share a bed because it is possible to have two completely different sleeping positions, or to use the beds in unison as one bed. It is possible, for instance, to watch TV while your partner is sleeping with a king bed. Smaller beds such as queens and doubles are only one piece and can not be controlled in the same manner.
There are many devices in hospitals that can be of benefit in residential settings, but the most common and perhaps convenient is the adjustable bed. When you make the switch from normal bed to adjustable bed you will be pleasantly surprised and will never want to go back.
Modern adjustable beds utilize electric motors to manipulate the head and foot sections of the bed. Most utilize an attached remote to control the bed, but some beds utilize wireless remotes instead. A wireless remote is great if you are a care giver because you can adjust the bed easily and can also control when the bed can be used. A wired remote on the other hand is attached directly to the bed. This is nice because you never have to worry about the remote being lost or inaccessible. Most beds that offer a wireless remote can be configured with an attached remote instead.
There are many accepted health benefits that can be gained from using an adjustable bed. Adjustable beds can help to reduce swelling, improve circulation, and lessen back and neck pain. They are also great at controlling acid reflux and reducing heartburn. This is because when you lay down it is easier for acid to pass from the stomach through the throat. During the day, while standing or sitting, gravity actually helps to fight acid reflux and heartburn. As soon as you lay down you typically loose this advantage. An adjustable bed helps because it is possible to sleep with your upper body in a slightly elevated position. This helps to reduce acid reflux and heartburn by returning the advantage of gravity to your corner.
While there are many different medical reasons for purchasing an adjustable bed, it has become increasingly common for people to purchase these devices for comfort reasons rather than out of medical necessity. This is because they make it much more comfortable to read and watch TV in bed. Some models feature special heat and massage, which can be a great way to relieve stress. King sized adjustable beds offer a very unique service because they are in essence two twin beds that can operate independently of one another. This is great if you share a bed because it is possible to have two completely different sleeping positions, or to use the beds in unison as one bed. It is possible, for instance, to watch TV while your partner is sleeping with a king bed. Smaller beds such as queens and doubles are only one piece and can not be controlled in the same manner.
There are many devices in hospitals that can be of benefit in residential settings, but the most common and perhaps convenient is the adjustable bed. When you make the switch from normal bed to adjustable bed you will be pleasantly surprised and will never want to go back.
Friday, May 16, 2008
Different Types of Hospital Beds
There are many advantages of adjustable beds, but for many years they were primarily used only in hospitals. Beginning in the 1960’s, however, people began purchasing these units for their homes and loved ones. Adjustable beds now come in many different sizes and models, which are designed for specific uses.
Adjustable Beds: These are beds that have a rising foot and head section. This allows the user to completely control the contour of the bed and promote sleeping positions that, among other things, can improve circulation, reduce back pain, and reduce swelling. While beds that are sized queen or smaller, typically operate as a single unit, king sized beds are actually two twin beds that are placed next to each other. This allows the units to be controlled independently of one another, so two people can use them simultaneously. Adjustable beds are also great for reading and watching TV.
Hi-Low Beds: Hi-Low are designed for individuals who have difficulty making the transfer to and from their beds. Depending on the model they can rise and lower a full 12”. These units are perfect for caregivers who might otherwise not be able to safely and easily transfer their wards onto and off of the bed. Some units only travel vertically, but some, like the GoldenRest Hi-Low adjustable bed, offers all the functionality of a Hi-low bed as well as that of an adjustable bed.
Both adjustable beds and Hi-low beds can serve a very important medical role in the home, but more and more these units are being purchased for people that simply want to enjoy the comfort of these beds. They are controlled by remote control and frequently come with special features like a wave massager and built in heat pads.
Adjustable Beds: These are beds that have a rising foot and head section. This allows the user to completely control the contour of the bed and promote sleeping positions that, among other things, can improve circulation, reduce back pain, and reduce swelling. While beds that are sized queen or smaller, typically operate as a single unit, king sized beds are actually two twin beds that are placed next to each other. This allows the units to be controlled independently of one another, so two people can use them simultaneously. Adjustable beds are also great for reading and watching TV.
Hi-Low Beds: Hi-Low are designed for individuals who have difficulty making the transfer to and from their beds. Depending on the model they can rise and lower a full 12”. These units are perfect for caregivers who might otherwise not be able to safely and easily transfer their wards onto and off of the bed. Some units only travel vertically, but some, like the GoldenRest Hi-Low adjustable bed, offers all the functionality of a Hi-low bed as well as that of an adjustable bed.
Both adjustable beds and Hi-low beds can serve a very important medical role in the home, but more and more these units are being purchased for people that simply want to enjoy the comfort of these beds. They are controlled by remote control and frequently come with special features like a wave massager and built in heat pads.
Friday, May 9, 2008
Adjustable Beds and Hi-Low Beds
An adjustable bed offers many advantages to people who suffer from back problems or are mobility challenged, but many people who just enjoy reading or watching TV in bed purchase them to. These beds allow the back and foot portions to be manipulated in a manner that makes it possible to improve circulation or to sit up in bed.
They use a special electric motor and many models have a battery backup. This ensures that if you loose power, you will still be able to use the bed. The beds come in all different shapes and sizes. The twin, full, and queen mattresses are very similar to a traditional bed, but the king mattress is slightly different. A king mattress is actually 2 single beds that are mounted next to each other. This allows the bed to be used independently of one another and so while you are reading, he can be sleeping.
For some, getting into and out of the bed can be an issue. A hi-low bed is used in these cases, because it can actually raise and lower. This makes transfers to and from the bed much simpler and safer. Some hi-low beds do not offer the same functionality of an adjustable bed, but more and more frequently adjustable beds are being outfitted with the hi-low option.
They use a special electric motor and many models have a battery backup. This ensures that if you loose power, you will still be able to use the bed. The beds come in all different shapes and sizes. The twin, full, and queen mattresses are very similar to a traditional bed, but the king mattress is slightly different. A king mattress is actually 2 single beds that are mounted next to each other. This allows the bed to be used independently of one another and so while you are reading, he can be sleeping.
For some, getting into and out of the bed can be an issue. A hi-low bed is used in these cases, because it can actually raise and lower. This makes transfers to and from the bed much simpler and safer. Some hi-low beds do not offer the same functionality of an adjustable bed, but more and more frequently adjustable beds are being outfitted with the hi-low option.
Friday, May 2, 2008
Bed Frames and Weight Capacity
When most people shop for beds they more often than not focus on the mattress. When you are purchasing an adjustable bed, it is important to consider the base as well. The base is responsible for providing support, preventing sagging, and holding the lifting mechanism. It is important to find a unit that uses high quality steel and is well made.
The frame also plays a big part of how much weight the bed can support. The beds capacity will vary depending on which model you purchase. Most can support at least 400 - 600 pounds. Twin beds usually support about 400 pounds. Generally king beds are made up of 2 twins, so they can support 800 pounds total, but only 400 pounds on each side.
It is important to honestly evaluate your weight requirements. Overloading the beds weight capacity can be unsafe and can potentially damage the motor.
The frame also plays a big part of how much weight the bed can support. The beds capacity will vary depending on which model you purchase. Most can support at least 400 - 600 pounds. Twin beds usually support about 400 pounds. Generally king beds are made up of 2 twins, so they can support 800 pounds total, but only 400 pounds on each side.
It is important to honestly evaluate your weight requirements. Overloading the beds weight capacity can be unsafe and can potentially damage the motor.
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