Focus on the Volker 3080 Adjustable Bed
The Volker 3080 is a truly exceptional, professional care bed that provides outstanding flexibility in any environment. Our aim is to help people regain their dignity and self-esteem which is why every element of the Volker 3080 has been designed to ensure ease of use and provide a welcome sense of security as well as state-of-the-art care. It’s fully height-adjustable and has a four-section profiling Micro-stimulation System (MIS®) lying surface that supports pressure-ulcer prevention. The Volker 3080 can also be quickly and easily converted into a comfort chair position and the patented two-part side rails can be hidden when not …
Created For Astronauts! Helping Sleepers Worldwide!
For many of those who find it hard to get a good night’s sleep, memory foam is a near-miraculous innovation that has significantly helped ease pain, discomfort and disturbed nights. Memory foam feels very soft and cosy but also provides amazing support keeping you cosseted and stable all night through. By moulding to the shape of your body and distributing your weight evenly, it helps relieve painful pressure points making sleepless nights a thing of the past. It’s especially useful for those confined to bed for long periods and at risk of developing dangerous pressure ulcers. Memory foam has a …
The Risk of Ultra Low Floor Beds
Ultra low floor beds are am increasingly popular solution in institutional care for minimising the risk of injuries to users at risk of falls. However, their application needs to careful consideration. Spacial Awareness for the End User Many ultra low floor beds have very high head and footboards, and research suggests that the feeling of being trapped between two points within a bed and not being able to see your surroundings can sometimes cause the end user to feel anxious with a need to exit the bed. The Risk of Unintended Consequences The approach of having a bed as low …
Couple Care! How A Special Double Care Bed Helps Couples Enjoy A Good Night’s Sleep – Together
Increasing feelings of independence – and keeping up with “normal” routines – is a vital part of helping people retain their dignity when they fall sick. However, all too often, couples who may have been sharing a bed for many years (often for decades!) find themselves forced to sleep apart when one of them needs extra care. This can be a very upsetting and unsettling experience for both partners. Aside from the disruption caused by having separate sleeping arrangements, being forced to sleep in separate beds can be very disturbing for people used to the close and comforting proximity of …
The Importance Of Preventing Falls
There are many reasons why elderly people are prone to falls. Older people may have balance problems and muscle weakness, slower reflexes, poor vision or long-term health conditions such as dementia. Older people are certainly more vulnerable and around 1 in 3 adults over 65 who live at home will have at least one fall a year. People with Alzheimer’s and dementia often suffer disturbed sleep or behavioural problems at night – and trying to get out of bed or wandering around at night increases the risk of falling. Some studies indicate as many as 20% of people with Alzheimer’s …
Choosing The Right Adjustable Bed
At Bakare, We Care About Finding The Best Solution For You For many people, being able to remain at home – even when facing challenging health conditions – is a real priority. Staying at home means you can stay close to friends and family and can benefit from all the comforts – and security – of being in a familiar environment. A large part of the home experience comes down to ensuring that you – or a loved one – has a suitable and comfortable bed that helps you regain independence and dignity. For example, beds with four-section profiling, anti-compression …
10 Ways to Improve Sleep Quality
For many people, getting a good night’s sleep is a huge challenge – and if you have a chronic illness, or are confined to bed for long periods of time, it can often seem virtually impossible to sleep well. Illness of any kind can have a big impact on quality of sleep – and pain, discomfort, fatigue and even medication can all have a detrimental effect. Certain medical conditions related to ageing can also disturb sleep, for example, obstructive sleep apnea, periodic limb movements, acid reflux, arthritis, chronic pain, and other ailments. However, whatever our health situation, quality sleep is vital …
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