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A range of manually adjustable beds for domestic use. They feature backrest and legrest adjustment. They have a slatted base and are made from either wood or steel. Available in a range of sizes. Fixed height.
The supplier offers a large range of bed surrounds, headboards and sidetables which are all interchangeable.
FRAME:
Solid wood or steel base. Each of the beechwood slats is mounted on its own rubber pivot to flex independently, acting as a shock absorber to support and mould to the shape of the users body. Also each slat under the lumbar region has a rigidity adjuster allowing the flexibility of the slats to be customised
HEADBOARD:
Optional wooden headboard
ADJUSTMENTS:
Backrest angle and legrest angle are adjusted by being manually lifted and slotted into place at the required angle. Note: legrest raise (bed frame bends at knee area and the foot end of the bed remains elevated)
CONTROLS:
Manual lifting
MATTRESS:
Latex rubber in 150mm to 200mm thickness in various degrees of firmness
CASTORS:
Optional glides or 60mm castors with a brake,
BED RAILS:
Available as an option on steel frame beds
DISMANTLING
Bed does not dismantle
In certain circumstances there is an element of risk involved in the use of a bed pole or bed rail. All users require an initial risk assessment. A risk assessment should be undertaken in each circumstance of use. The Bed Pole or Bed rail should not be used in circumstances where there is a gap between the vertical components and the mattress. Users most at risk would include: those with physical limitations, cognitive impairment or a combination of both, or where the intended user's faculties are comprised by medication. Users should have the risk assessed prior to the prescription of a bed rail or bed pole.
Regular monitoring is recommended particularly where the condition is changing.
Whilst all care is taken to provide accurate information with respect to the item described, the Independent Living Centre (ILC) is not involved in product design or manufacture, and therefore not in a position to guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Selection of equipment, which is both suitable and appropriate for individual needs remains the responsibility of the person(s) considering requisition, and no responsibility is taken by the ILC for any loss or injury caused through use of the equipment or alleged to have arisen through reliance upon information provided. As information is subject to change any enquiries should be directed to the manufacturer.
| Supplier | Location | Contact | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comfort Shop, The | Stanmore, NSW | Sales: 02 9519 2966 Fax: 02 9519 1566 |
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