There is no one definitive answer to this question. Some argue that bed rails are safe for the elderly if used correctly, while others argue that they can pose a serious safety risk. Ultimately, it is up to the individual and their caregivers to decide whether or not bed rails are the right choice.
Hospital bed rails are considered restraints when they are used to keep a patient from getting out of bed. This can be a problem for patients who are at risk for falls, because they may not be able to get out of bed quickly enough to prevent a fall.
There are a few ways to stop a patient from sliding down in bed. One way is to use pillows to prop the patient up. Another way is to use a bed wedge to elevate the patient. Finally, you can use a bed rail to keep the patient from sliding out of bed.
Bed rails are also called bed guard rails, bed safety rails, or simply rails. They’re placed on the sides of a bed to keep people from accidentally rolling out. Bed rails can be made of wood, metal, or plastic, and they come in a variety of sizes and styles.
4.8/5
Adjustable height to meet the need of almost any home bed; Made of Chrome Plated Steel
Will support up to 300lbs. 20 inch wide. Extends 3 feet under bed with non-slip sleeves to keep it in place. Height adjustable from 17 to 21 in inches
Designed to prevent falls by helping the user to get out of the bed without using a nightstand or other furniture. Non-Slip Hand Grip
Includes strap that secures it to the other side of the bed and prevents movement of the rail
Will fit any size (twin, double, queen, king) bed with extendable bar that slips between the mattress and box spring
$234
Instead of ordering something with feet that wasn't sufficiently flexible and ended up not fitting our bed, I wish I had ordered this the first time. The boxes for this bed rail are in our recycle bin, but I had to return the other item.Because I didn't read the instructions carefully enough, I had a little issue assembling it. Make sure before installing the short extension tubes that the holes at their ends are on the OUTSIDE so that you may attach the plain connecting bar to them afterwards. But because this device is so simple to assemble, it's easy to turn things around if you put it together incorrectly.Regarding the intended use, everything works flawlessly. Due to the powerful cancer medication my husband has been taking, he has become weak and struggles to get out of bed. This bed rail has made it possible for him to stand and sit up by himself once more, which fosters his sense of independence.We don't use the securing strap because it is robust and stable enough for us to use on its own. But it's hidden beneath a large Cali King mattress here.Although the price for what it is makes me a little uncomfortable, I still think it's worthwhile.
4.8/5
High tensile metal buckle provides a secure closure and allows for the caregiver to quickly put on and remove the belt from the patient or loved one
Machine wash and dry at high temperature setting for infection control purposes - Weight capacity: 350 lbs. - Covered by Personal Safety Corporation's one year full-replacement warranty - Optional hand support loops available (Search ASIN: B00A7AMDJO)
100% Cotton webbing construction is durable and comfortable for every day use
Secure by Personal Safety Corporation 60 inch by 2 inch gait belt designed to aid in walking or transferring fall risk patients, residents and loved ones - Also helps prevent caregiver injury
Adjustable up to 60" length and features handy loop to hold excess belt length
$234
I feel safe wearing this belt. My left side is having mobility issues as a result of a neurological disease (similar to the effects of a stroke). Even though I've only had this belt for two days, it has already given my husband and I the confidence and comfort we needed to begin me walking. My husband supports the belt on the walker while standing behind me. His having to hold me around the waist is far less pleasant than this. The buckle is made of sturdy, comforting metal. I can wear the belt all day without discomfort, which makes it simple to use right away. My carer visits me twice a week. We'll wait to hear what she thinks. She is so little that I have been afraid to fall on her for fear of crushing her. However, she is far powerful than she appears to be. The product quality has me very pleased. If there were precise directions on how to thread the buckle, that would be good. Which opening should be threaded first and in what direction is not always intuitive.
4.7/5
SAFE & DURABLE - Heavy-duty powder-coated steel provides a strong, sturdy frame with a maximum weight capacity of 250lbs
MODERN DESIGN UNIVERSAL BED RAIL - Adjustable bed rail height and width allows product to fit onto any sized beds (twin, full, double, queen, king) and on either side of the bed (right or left). Modern bed rail design will blend in nicely in any bedroom. Note: Bed Assist Handle/Rail works only with mattresses > 5 inches in height. It will not work on low bed/platform bed with height clearance less than 14" from floor to frame.
SLIP-RESISTANT FOAM PADS - Slip resistant handle, foam padding, horizontal stabilizer bars and floor standing legs work to provide increased stability for user
TOOL-FREE ASSEMBLY & EASY TO CLEAN - Assembles in minutes without tools. To use: simply slide under your mattress. To clean: Wipe and let dry
FALL PREVENTION & MOBILITY INDEPENDENCE - A safe and secure grip to help you get in and out of bed safely. Allow seniors, disabled individuals, pregnant women or anyone with physical limitations or injuries to get out of bed unassisted
$234
Overall, I have to say that we are quite satisfied with our purchase. The highest compliment I can provide is that my Dad frequently asks, "What would I ever do without this?" When positioned in the bed, it feels sturdy and looks good.However, there are two things I want everybody to be aware of:1) I didn't get any directions on how to put this together in the box. To be completely honest, it was so easy to put together that all I needed was the picture on the product box. It took me around 20 minutes to get from the box to bed. really easy2) It seems to elevate the mattress up by about a quarter when fully inserted into the bed. Do not worry; this is nothing major. The functionality won't be impacted in any way. Everything seems OK, but the utility significantly outweighs this minor quibble.So, yes, it does exactly what it is supposed to, feels sturdy, and looks fantastic. Absolutely 5 stars.
4.6/5
Bed safety bar can be placed on either side of the bed. The rail helps users get in and out of bed and allows for storage of small items.
Height adjustable legs and grip bar. Designed not to slip and to increase stability. Disassembles for easy storage and portability.
Quick and easy, too-free assembly. Latex-free, sturdy construction. No tools are needed and reduces number of pieces to assemble.
Overall product dimensions: 36"-44" Height x 14" Width x 28" Depth. Weighs 6 lbs. Bed assist rail fits most home beds.
Easy to use steel rail slides under a bedroom mattress. Allows for a safe assistance to getting in and out of bed independently. The strap allows for a secure fit.
$234
My mum need some help getting in and out of bed after leaving the rehabilitation facility. We had to find another solution to aid her because her insurance would not pay for a hospital bed. After searching at other products, I came across this one and decided to buy it because of the reviews, pricing, and shipment speed. The bed assist bar was really simple to construct, and the price was really good. I also received my goods the same day. I finished everything in under 15 minutes. The height was appropriate, and it stayed firmly in place on the ground. Mom started utilizing it and adored it. She needed some practice to get proficient with it, but she now gets out of bed very quickly. It's a lovely touch to have the pocket. She places her TV remotes, pills, Kleenex, and whatever else it can hold inside. Its sole flaw is that it stretches excessively, giving you the impression that your stuff would fall out even when they don't. The straps that go underneath the mattress are very lengthy and do a fantastic job of holding the bar in place, and the metal is durable, powerful, and substantial. It was functional on both sides of the bed. Anyone who purchases this product is advised to tighten the straps as much as possible because doing so will provide the bar a firm and stable support where it will scarcely budge. Solidly constructed and at a good price. I would only suggest this product based on my personal experience.
4.6/5
MGrip's Bed Rail For Seniors has 2 height settings with crossbars that help prevent entrapment and the adjustable strap with durable steel buckles, adapt to fit all mattress formats
MGrip Contoured Bed Rails by MedPro are designed to help you remain safe in bed and independent in your home
This bed safety rail has a unique M shape that allows for multiple gripping positions and the easy to assemble, compact and lightweight design makes it ideal for travel
Weight capacity of 300 lb. / 136.1 kg
The MGrip's foam contoured handle allows you to comfortably reposition in bed, safely transfer in or out of bed and helps keep you safely in bed
$234
Living with me, my elderly mother has fallen out of bed in the middle of the night twice a week. She enjoys sitting directly on the edge, on her side. She struck her head on the bedside table a second time, and we had to rush her to the emergency room to be examined. I decided enough was enough, so I got this and put it together quickly. Since she isn't particularly tall, I decided against adding the extension. When I initially showed her what it was, she wasn't sure what to think of it, so I had her 'help' me slide it as I lifted the mattress to get it exactly where it needed to be. I inserted her beloved flashlight—which is frequently misplaced among the blankets—into the tiny bag. It is positioned such that she may easily hold the rail and push herself in when she sits down to enter. Even if she tried, I doubt she could fall out at this point. The straps were just placed under the mattress since I didn't use them. But I suppose they would work if it were a bigger, heavier individual. My primary worry was that it would cross "too far" like some child rails and make it difficult to get in and out. However, she can easily hold onto this with her arthritic fingers thanks to the great size and the foam grip on top. She totally adores it, so I can rest easy.
4.6/5
EASY STEPS - NON-SLIP, EXTRA WIDE STEP STOOL with handle holds 400lbs using Portable, Lightweight, Sturdy Steel for extra security and safety.
30 DAY CARE GUARANTEE - As a small business, we care about YOU & provide you with a 30 day warranty. Each Step2Bed comes with easy assembly and designed to fit on any side of the bed.
EXTRA SAFE - Motion Activated LED Light Guided Step Stool makes it Easy To Get In & Out Of Bed when dark and comes with floor illumination.
VERSATILE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS - ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT BED STEPS made for high beds and low beds for adults and seniors allowing users to customize to their specific needs reducing risk of falls.
FALL PREVENTION & MOBILITY INDEPENDENCE - Step2Bed Bed Rails For Elderly help your loved ones get in and out of safely with durable, easy grab handles for extra safety and support.
$234
I'm reserving a star only because the step2bed periodically separates from the bed. It might be because ours is on a highly polished wood floor. The issue will be resolved by attaching a strap to the bed frame. The step2bed is fantastic all around. We began at the highest point, which resolved the problem of her being unable to place her feet on the ground prior to standing (the risk of weakness or dizziness wasn't found until she was determined to stand, so she would fall), but the step to the floor was too high. She could still position her feet before standing after lowering it to the lowest height, but the quick descent from that height was confusing her. The optimal setting at the moment seems to be one setting higher. She is still figuring out how to use the safety precautions. She should primarily slow down and check her strength and balance before each step. I believe she is less likely to fall overall, which was the intention.
4.6/5
Made Out of Extra Strong Steel with 7/8" Diameter Tubing, Will Fit Most Beds. Handle adjustment from 19 1/4 inch - 21 1/4 inch and Leg Adjustment from 13 3/4 inch - 21 inch
Legs extend to the ground to provide extra support ,Height adjustable from 17 to 21inches
Designed to prevent falls by helping the user to get out of the bed without using a nightstand or other furniture
Adjustable height to meet the need of almost any home bed
Will fit any size (twin, double, queen, king) bed with extendable bar that slips between the mattress and box spring
Includes strap that secures it to the other side of the bed and prevents movement of the rail
$234
I can't even begin to express how much I adore this rail! It has helped me overcome my dread of waking up in the middle of the night (yes, did that and cracked a tailbone on hard flooring). I no longer have pillows surrounding me (save for the side of the bed I no longer sleep on), in the hopes that they will keep me from falling.I'm short and light, and the rail that spans the box springs beneath the mattress with its "tongue" is hard enough for me to avoid belting it on the box springs. I don't think the belt is required until you weigh enough to actually put "tons" of force on the rail should you start falling out of bed.My conventional double bed has legs on the bed frame and the mattress, as well as a body pillow that I sleep on (not me wrapped around it, but 'on' it), a seat cushion that I also use, as well as two mattress toppers. If I ever started to slip off the bed, this rail sticks out far enough to catch me and wake me up (a good 10" to 12" above all that padding with the adjustable legs pinned in the upper-most hole).I have it set such that it covers around my abdomen to my knees (I'm short), which allows me to easily get in and out of bed above or below it. However, I "am" limber, so your results may differ.Try it; I think you'll love it.
4.4/5
VERSATILE: The EZ Adjust Bed Rail is compatible with most home or hospital beds sized from twin to California king, including adjustable beds; our reversible rail can be installed on either side of your bed with the included dual safety strap
HIGH QUALITY AND EASY TO ASSEMBLE: Easily assemble and securely install the rail to your bed frame; each bed rail includes all of the needed equipment for assembly, no additional tools required; not intended for use with toddler, water, inflatable, or bunk beds; see our assembly instruction video below
PREVENT FALLS: The EZ Adjust Bed Rail can easily adjust in length from 26 to 34 to 42 inches after installation, helping to keep you or your loved one safe from rolling out of bed during the night; safely supporting up to 300 pounds of weight, our bedside grab bar provides independence, balance, and support getting in and out of bed when used as an assist rail, preventing falls
MODERN DESIGN: The rail frame and practical organizer pouch will seamlessly blend with the style and comfortable feel of your home, making it the perfect bedroom addition; keep your remote, book, or medications close by in the 3 pouch pockets; the included safety strap keeps the EZ Adjust Bed Rail tight to your bed and mattress keeping you or your loved one safe
FOLDS OUT OF THE WAY: Easily fold the support rail down and out of the way when not in use or while making your bed; simply release the 2 round knobs from their locked position to collapse the rail; use with any mattress measuring between 12 to 18 inches thick
$234
This was something I bought for my father in 2014 since he required help getting out of bed and a rail to keep him from rolling out. This rail has met these needs in the most ideal way possible. The cover's pockets are an added convenience for keeping needs (such as a phone and tissues) close at hand and away from the bed and the floor. Dad claims he can simply press the button to adjust the rail despite having severe RA and impaired hand dexterity (extend or retract). The button that permits the rail to be adjusted did break after three years of use. When I called Stander today, the representative let me know right away that this is covered by a lifetime guarantee and arranged to send a replacement rail (the whole top part). He promised that it would arrive in 4 days, free of charge. This is excellent material. Thanks to Stander, my dear dad's aging process has been made easier. :)
4.4/5
EASILY SIT UP IN BED: Assisting those with spinal injuries, lower extremity weakness and limited range of motion, the bed ladder allows individuals to incrementally rise to a seated position. Constructed with a durable webbing that supports up to 300 pounds, the sturdy bed ladder makes sitting up in bed easy for those recovering from surgery, as well as those who are pregnant or suffering from back problems.
VIVE GUARANTEE: 60 day guarantee so you can purchase now with confidence.
SOFT NONSLIP HANDLES: Covered with a soft EVA foam, the three bed hoist handles provide a secure, nonslip grip for exceptional comfort. Each nonslip handle is five inches in length to provide a comfortable grip. The three handles are spaced 10.5†apart for optimal assistance while rising.
TOOL-FREE INSTALLATION: Easily installs on any bed frame with a secure composite buckle. The ladder is easy to remove and is portable for additional assistance while traveling as well as at home.
ADJUSTABLE LENGTH LADDER DESIGN: The bed ladder strap length is adjustable to achieve the perfect fit for every bed. Easily set the ladder length to assist any individual by adjusting the strap to allow the first ladder handle to reach the individual’s waist while lying down.
$234
It's great to have a tool like this. It was easy to install using the metal rail holding the mattress' foot in place on a tempurpedic adjustable bed, and it has been really helpful for getting out of bed, sitting up, and repositioning myself. (I have limited core strength due to cancer treatment and significant weight loss following abdominal surgery.) Since I required another 20 minutes to figure out how to lever myself upright and get out of bed after drifting to the edge of the bed while asleep last week and stopping my fall by placing my head on the bedside table, I can see that will also be a great rescue tool. That encounter inspired me to buy these rails and this ladder. I'll put the rails up as soon as I can; this was a one-person work with a significant, immediate advantage.Despite all of that, I do wonder how long this tool will last when I look at it. My copy's assembly of the middle rung introduces two unnecessary points of failure because the top rung's loop and the main ring of fabric are both cut on each side and joined at the cut.There wouldn't be a need for those two cuts if the upper rung had been attached the same way the lower rung is, which is by leaving the webbing in tact and linking to it as it passed. There would also likely be less reviews describing early failure of the ladder. Time will tell, and I'll research different fabric ladders in the meantime. It appears plausible that someone may create a bunk bed or treehouse ladder that, when joined to a bed, provides a comparable utility.
4.3/5
2 in 1 handrail extends from 20 inch - 30 inch to prevent falling at night
Reversible safety rail to be placed on either side of bed
Weight capacity of rail: 300 lbs.Height of Rail - 20 Inch high from base of mattress. Gap Between Rails - 4 Inch
Support Handle provides assistance for easy standing
Attaches to most home and adjustable beds with included safety strap. Strong and durable
$234
Everything that was said below about being unhappy with strap-held bed aids is still true. However, I secured the strap and duck taped my mother's hardwood Craftmatic Adjustable Bed like crazy. She now has considerably more room to get into bed because I was able to attach it close to the top of the bed. This is a great item to have.With the additional security I added, my mother no longer struggles to get herself into a seated position (with her legs extended to stand up).The Safety Bed Rails with a strap for attachment are not my preference because I've never found them to be stable. I put this one in tonight on the bed of my severely crippled mother. She secured it with a ton of duck tape to the wooden portion of her adjustable bed frame. Tomorrow, I'll drill and fasten it in place. It might be alright if someone is not dependent on this piece of equipment for actual support. You must put forth some effort if you want actual assistance. I frequently ponder whether those who create equipment for the elderly or crippled ever consult with those who will use it.
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