Hospital Beds & Accessories Buying Guide

A nurse is helping a senior man on a hospital bed in a room.

Hospital Beds & Accessories Buying Guide

If you’re recovering from surgery or you have a chronic medical condition, the inability to get comfortable can affect your sleep. Fortunately, you can invest in a hospital bed to help you get relief from the pain and discomfort that you’ve been experiencing. At Mark Drug Medical Supply, we know the importance of getting a good night's rest. This is especially true if your body is healing from an injury or procedure. Stop tossing and turning and check out our hospital beds for sale in Wheeling, IL! If you're not quite sure where to begin, we can help. Read our hospital beds and accessories buying guide, then visit us to start browsing the models.


Close-up of a hospital bed in a room.

Beds

As you start exploring different hospital beds, you’ll notice there are many choices available to you. The main options include manual, semi-electric, and full electric beds. As the name suggests, a manual hospital bed is equipped with a hand crank that you’ll use to manually adjust the height and angle of your bed. Generally speaking, this is usually the most affordable option. However, keep in mind that you’ll need to have enough physical strength for manual operation. If you easily feel tired or fatigued and you’ll be making adjustments by yourself, this may not be the best option for you.

That brings us to the semi-electric hospital beds, which allow you to electronically adjust the angle of the bed. Remember that you’ll still need to use a hand crank to manually adjust the height of the bed. The full electric model does not require any manual adjustments, which is perfect for those who need maximum convenience. All you have to do is press a button on a remote control and you can quickly adjust the height and angle of your bed.

Mattresses

You’ll also need to find a suitable mattress to go with your hospital bed. There are a few key factors to consider. First, you’ll want to think about the patient’s overall condition, the size of the mattress, and their budget. There’s no shortage of options, so it won’t be hard to find a match for your needs. Some of the options for hospital bed mattresses include pressure reduction high density foam mattresses, alternating pressure relief mattresses, and low air loss mattresses.

Our basic mattress is a pressure reduction high density foam mattresses are the traditional choice, known for their firm support and durability. While they do help minimize the pressure to some degree, there are more suitable options for patients that require special care for pressure sores. Alternating pressure relief mattresses, on the other hand, are designed to prevent bedsores and enhance circulation by periodically inflating and deflating air cells within the mattress. This mattress type is ideal for patients with limited mobility or those at high risk for pressure ulcers. Low air loss mattresses offer a sophisticated therapy feature that includes a constant flow of air, helping to manage the skin's moisture level and maintain a cooler sleep surface, which is particularly beneficial for patients with sensitive skin and higher susceptibility to pressure injuries.

Overbed Tables

Last but not least, you’ll want to think about whether you’d benefit from certain accessories that you can use with your hospital bed. An overbed table is one of the most common options, which is ideal for patients who spend long periods in bed as they recover. An overbed table can help patients be more productive while still being able to rest in their hospital bed. Whether it’s used to write, read books, eat meals, or play games, this is a wonderful way for patients to feel less restricted when they’re on bed rest.

Medline® Hospital Beds

Mark Drug Medical Supply offers Medline hospital beds known for their comfort, safety, and durability. Medline beds are designed with patient care in mind, featuring easy-to-use controls that allow for quick adjustments to bed height, head, and foot sections, enhancing patient comfort and caregiver efficiency. These beds come with a 2-year warranty on all the electronics and mechanical components, and they are built with high-quality materials to ensure longevity.

We hope that our hospital beds and accessories buying guide has been helpful. If you’re interested in browsing our hospital beds for sale near Chicago, stop and see us today! Mark Drug Medical Supply proudly serves the North Shore area. We look forward to serving you!

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