Unfortunately, the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have led to an increasing number of wounded soldiers requiring amputations of limbs. There are currently almost 2 million amputees in the United States alone and more than 32 million worldwide. Some in the medical field consider this an epidemic of sorts - with injured military veterans topping the list as one of the most vulnerable to this injury.
Sadly, this is not surprising. According to a recent poll by WHO, the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have experienced only a 10% mortality rate. This means more soldiers are making it back from the battlefield, but many times not in one piece. Extremities remain at risk no matter how much they armor plate themselves.
Home hospital beds, such as those manufactured by Transfer Master, help make the transition to home life a little easier. Adjusting to their new life at home can be very difficult for some injured military veterans. Hospital beds are designed for just such a purpose. For those soldiers who’ve had legs amputated, these beds can be extremely beneficial. Why? Because these beds have been carefully designed to take care of their physical needs.
The most obvious problem these soldiers have is their inability to move in and out of conventional beds. Some remain bedridden or wheelchair dependent their entire lives. Sleeping in those conditions can be hazardous if they don’t have a bed that fits their unique needs. Rolling over in their sleep without the bed rails can potentially lead to additional unnecessary injuries.
Disabled veterans who have experienced amputation may also have a difficult time managing daily events most of us take for granted. For example, sitting up can be arduous and can also result in back pain if the proper support is not provided. This is why many home hospital beds come with adjustable backs that can be lowered or raised according to their comfort. This also lowers the chances of any back problems and can also vastly improve mobility in functional body parts.
It also becomes increasingly difficult for disabled veterans to change positions during the night. Hospital beds are also designed with comfortable and custom made mattresses that are designed in such a way that the patient does not contract sores on the body. These beds and mattresses are extremely comfortable to sleep or relax in – ensuring that our brave men and women who have served have nothing to worry about when it comes to sleeping peacefully.
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