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  "I find the Outta Bed® extremely helpful in turning over, getting out of bed and supporting a pillow in bed to keep from falling out. As a bonus, it is also easy to install and built to last." W.R. Kellas   "I have been using the Outta Bed® and it is awesome. I love it because it lets me get up much easier than before and I use it to position myself in bed at night. It makes my life much easier. Thank you so much." B. Mayse, Disability Advocate Diagnosed with MS in 1990

Many bed rail, bed assist and bed transfer devices claim to be for bed mobility and bed safety.

Bed safety and bed mobility safety issues you need to be aware of.

Bed Rails, Bed Assists

Bed Bars, Transfer Bars

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Multiple Attachment Options

Under Mattress Attachment

• Does not promote bed sores

• Attaches to the floor, wall or bed frame

• Does not use the bed surfaces for support

• Does not damage bed system integrity

• Wood and metal support structures increase pressure points that contribute to the cause of bed sores

• May aggravate back problems or increase fracture risk

• Hospitals don't use products that increase pressure points

• Can damage your bed system

Tip Over Hazard Reduction

Tip Over Hazards

• Multi-point stand designed to reduce risk

• Floor attachment virtually eliminates risk

• Counter weight with cement blocks recommended

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Entrapment Reduction

Entrapment Hazards

• Attaches to the head of the bed

• No vertical rails along side of bed

• Exclusive features:

  • Swing out - no lifting required

  • Easy lift off

Virtually entrapment free.

• Multiple entrapment head, arm, body

• May increase injuries if you roll off the bed

• Do not comply with FDA entrapment guidelines

Special note: Many assume bed rails will stop a person from rolling out of bed. Above VIDEO shows how it can also entrap then.

Push-Pull (Lateral) Support

Push-Pull (Lateral) Support

not an intended use

• Designed for vertical and lateral movement

• Floor/wall attachment for full weight lateral support

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• Sit or Stand balance only

• Vertical load bearing only

Something that easily slides under your mattress can just as easily slide out.

Proper placement to get into and out of bed is important for safe bed transfers according to the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Make Sure the Medical Device You Choose Is Designed for You

What is a Medical Device

Bed Rail Safety Risks

Mattress Ergonomics link

Institute of Medicine - Sleep Disorders link

Tell your doctor or therapist you don't want your safety or health compromised.

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