Hospital Beds for Sale | Hermitage TN

Short-Term Hospital Bed Rental – Available in Hermitage, TN 

The Hows and Whys of Having a Hospital Bed at Home

There are many differences between a hospital room and your own bedroom at home. Obviously, the privacy and noise levels are going to be very different. Depending on why you are there, you may be woken up in the middle of the night so nurses can take your vitals or give you injections.

Perhaps the biggest difference is the bed. Your bed at home usually serves one purpose: to provide a comfortable place for a good night’s sleep. And when you find yourself in a situation where a hospital bed is needed, All-Star Medical provides quality hospital beds for sale in Hermitage, TN so you or your loved one can stay in the comfort of home.  

Being Physically Incapacitated

If someone in your home has a physical disability that restricts mobility, they may be confined to a bed. In this case, it’s a good idea to look for a hospital bed to help them stay comfortable and maintain autonomy. Your loved one can sit up to eat, read, watch TV, or talk with visitors. Most models include the ability to raise and lower the height of the bed allowing users to be at eye level with someone sitting with them. 

It will also be easier for you or a visiting nurse to provide necessary treatments. In addition to providing comfort, safety, and convenience to the patient, a hospital bed can also protect healthcare providers.

U.S. Department of Labor statistics show that people who work in healthcare are more likely to develop musculoskeletal injuries than those who work in nearly any other field. Hospital beds make patients more accessible and prevent stretching and straining that can cause these types of injuries.  

Recovering from an Injury

Sometimes, after having surgery or being treated for an injury, a patient will recover to a certain point in a hospital and be sent home. They no longer need constant monitoring but are not fully recovered. This is another situation in which a hospital bed can be helpful.

Purchasing a bed isn’t cost-effective in such a temporary situation so All-Star Medical offers hospital beds for rent. Whether healthcare professionals are coming in or you are taking care of the patient yourself, the same conveniences and protections that are offered in permanent situations apply to the temporary.

Things to Consider When Thinking About a Hospital Bed 

You may wonder whether or not a hospital bed is necessary. Certainly, this is something you can discuss with hospital personnel or your healthcare provider. Nevertheless, it’s good to know what to consider when making this vital decision.

• Is it necessary for the patient to sleep with their head or feet elevated?
• Is bathing care or incontinence care necessary?
• Are you concerned with keeping the patient and yourself safe when moving them into or out of bed?
• If you are the partner of the patient and normally sleep together, are you prepared to sleep separately?

Choosing the Right Type of Bed

The thing that all hospital beds have in common is their ability to support the patient in positions that are not possible in a standard bed. How they do this is where the difference lies.

Manual Beds

Manual beds use hand cranks to adjust the height, head, and feet. They are the least expensive type of hospital bed and work well for those on a tight budget.

Electric Beds

Electric beds plug into an outlet and use electric motors to lift and incline. They are convenient and easy to use but very expensive.

Semi-Electric Beds

A compromise between manual and electric, semi-electric beds use motors to raise the head and feet but a manual crank to adjust the height of the bed. They are far less expensive than fully electric beds and a good option for the cost-conscious. 

Bariatric Beds

A typical hospital bed has a weight limit of between 400 and 600 pounds. Bariatric beds are designed to support much larger patients. In addition to being longer and wider, they typically have weight limits from 600 to 1000 pounds. Few patients will require one but they are available if needed.

Whichever type of bed you choose, side rails are always a good idea, particularly for patients with cognitive issues or those who may roll out of bed. This can greatly reduce the risk of injury.

Medicare

An important question that most people will have is whether Medicare will pay for a hospital bed. Generally, the insurance will pay for beds or other equipment, provided your doctor and the bed supplier are enrolled in Medicare. Check the website for more information.

A hospital bed can mean the difference between being at home and or an unfamiliar setting when comfort, safety, and care are a priority. Take advantage of the convenience that having a hospital bed at home can provide and contact All-Star Medical today. Our employees can answer your questions from features to Medicare coverage. We are here so you don’t have to do it alone.