Hospital Beds for Arthritis

Arthritis can be an extremely debilitating condition for those who suffer from it. Almost no one young or old is safe from its crippling grasp and even the strongest of individuals can be severely impacted by its effects. That’s because this condition involves the breakdown of cartilage which is responsible for protecting the joints that allow smooth movement to take place. Stiffness can also result from this arthritis, which can occur for a number of reasons :

• If the body begins attacking itself (Autoimmune disease).
• As the result of a broken bone.
• Internal infection caused by bacteria.

The inflammation may leave after the injury is healed or treated. However, some injuries may be more serious, which can result in long term pain and deformity of the limbs. This can result in chronic arthritis. Osteoarthritis, on the other hand, is a more common form of this condition and is most likely to occur as one ages and is usually felt in the hips, knees or fingers. The risk factors included in this type of arthritis are similar to the previous one but can also include weight issues as well as erosion of the bone due to repetitive action (most commonly seen in athletes).

Hospital beds can serve as reliable and comfortable sleep solution for those ailing with arthritis. For those who have severe arthritis, the simple task of moving about can seem an impossible feat. Every step or movement can cause excruciating pain to radiate through their entire body. Hospital beds are essential for such people since it allows them to sit up without having to struggle to adjust their bed or pillows to find a comfortable position.

Hospital beds are especially useful for those patients who suffer from chronic arthritis. These beds can be installed with remote controls so that these patients don’t have to wait for their caretaker to help them sit up. This allows them to feel more independent and they can also feel safe knowing that their caregiver is just a push of a button away. 

Of course, the foot of the hospital bed can also be raised or lowered for those people who have chronic arthritic pain in the knees. The desired position can help alleviate some of the discomfort associated with this condition and can even help in healing it. The bars on the side can also be lowered or raised quite easily if the patient wants to get up or needs to be physically transported.

If you or someone you love is suffering from arthritis, please contact us to see if one of our custom home hospital adjustable beds may help provide more comfortable sleep solutions.