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20080222814 | Mattress lifting device - The invention provides a device for vertically lifting an end of a horizontally disposed mattress which includes an elongated member being disposed beneath the mattress and movable by way of a handle which is disposed on and secured to one end of the elongated member between a resting position wherein the elongated member is disposed coplanar with a bottom surface of the mattress and a lifting position wherein the elongated member is disposed generally perpendicular to the bottom mattress surface for lifting the end of the mattress in the vertical direction. The handle is releaseably secured to the end of the end of the elongated member for ease of securing the handle to an opposed end of the elongated member. | 09-18-2008 |
20080235878 | Apparatus and Methods for Lifting Bed Mattresses and/or Tucking in Bed Covers - The invention discloses differing embodiments of apparatus, and methods for their use, which are designed to aide in lifting bed mattresses and tucking in bed covers. In some embodiments, kits are disclosed which include wedge apparatus for lifting bed mattresses, and tuck apparatus for tucking in bed covers. In other embodiments, wedge apparatus for lifting portions of bed mattresses are disclosed. In still other embodiments, tuck apparatus for tucking in bed covers are provided. Additional embodiments disclose methods for using the kits, wedge apparatus, and tuck apparatus. | 10-02-2008 |
20080289112 | Bed Lifting System - A bed lifting system for lifting a bed comprises a bed lifting mechanism and a switch remotely located from the bed lifting mechanism. The switch is adapted to enable selective and remote actuation of the bed lifting mechanism. The mechanism can be provided in kit form through the use of frame connectors which can also improve the interconnection and interoperability of frame members of the mechanism. The mechanism may also comprise adjustable lands to accommodate varying bed types. | 11-27-2008 |
20080289113 | Tool for Securing Together Two or More Layers of a Mattress Using a Plastic Fastener - A method for coupling together at least two layers of a mattress includes the steps of aligning each layer in its proper position in relation to the other layers of the mattress and, after the alignment step, inserting a plastic fastener through the layers. A fastener dispensing tool is provided for inserting plastic fasteners through the layers of the mattress. In one embodiment, the fastener dispensing tool includes a housing, a hollow sharpened needle fixedly coupled to the housing, an ejection mechanism for advancing a cross-bar of the plastic fastener through the hollow needle, a needle guard slidably coupled to the housing over a portion of the sharpened needle, and a needle guard stop slidably coupled to the housing in such a manner so that it can be releasably fixed place in either of two or more set positions. In use, the needle guard is adapted for slidable displacement between an extended position in which the sharpened tip of the needle is substantially protected by the needle guard and a retracted position in which a portion of the sharpened needle is exposed. When in its retracted position, the needle guard contacts the needle guard stop so as to limit further retraction of the needle guard. In this capacity, the position selected for the needle guard stop determines the portion of the hollow needle that is available for insertion through the layers of the mattress. | 11-27-2008 |
20090031501 | FOLDING DEVICE FOR ROLLING UP SLEEPING BAGS, SELF-INFLATING PADS, AIRBEDS, FOAM MATS, BED COVERS, OTHER SIMILAR BEDDINGS, OR THE LIKE - A rigid folding device for rolling up sleeping bags, self-inflating sleeping pads, airbeds, flexible foam mats, bed covers, other similar beddings, or the like is provided that consists of a rectangular or oblong shaped frame-like construction, with adequate opening for the thickness-wise insertion of the short end of a sleeping bag, or pad, or airbed, or mat, or bed cover, or similar bedding, or the like. The frame device is sufficiently strong and rigid to allow adequate force to be applied for the rolling up process. This invention can be fabricated from a single piece or from an assortment of attachable and detachable rod, pipe or strip-like members. When using this folding device, the bedding or the like is first inserted into the middle open space, between and parallel to the two longer sides of the frame device. The shorter sides of the frame are gripped and turned to compress the roll. After compressing and securing the roll, the device may remain embedded since it is light weight and occupies little space. The exposed portion may also serve as a handle for transporting the bundle. For embodiments with multiple joinable and detachable members, the device may be extracted after securing the roll. One embodiment with a hook-like attachment when used horizontally also doubles as a hanger for “mummy” bags or the like that require long-term storage in an uncompressed state. | 02-05-2009 |
20090049616 | - The invention relates to a device for covering a surface of a support that is mounted on a frame. Said device comprises a first means for delivering a cover that is embodied in the form of a textile web to the support surface as well as a second means for receiving the cover. A section of the cover extending between the first and the second means is guided over the support surface while the first and the second means are mounted below a level defined by the support surface. | 02-26-2009 |
20090094753 | Elevate-Um - The Elevat-Um is a mechanical lifting setup used for raising and lowering the mattress of an infant's crib. The fact that the mattress will be raised to a more accessible level will help prevent back strain and injury from lowering a baby into a crib. The mattress frame will be fastened to four hydraulic lifters and controlled by a simple set of buttons (up and down) that will be mounted to the crib, or a remote control that will be included in the upgraded version. The lifters will be connected to the corners of the mattress frame and to a support rail that will sit on the floor. The power source will be placed under the crib and be plugged into any standard wall outlet. | 04-16-2009 |
20090139032 | Mechanism for Remotely Measuring Bed Deflection - A bed having an elevation member, a support member for a subject, one section of the support member being mounted on the elevation member and the remaining section of the support member being cantilevered from the elevation member, a mount arranged to the support member, an attachment member arranged at the remaining section of the support member, a deflection member connecting the mount and the attachment member, and a sensor arranged on the deflection member. | 06-04-2009 |
20090205137 | Method of enhancing sleep accomodations for a guest - A first aspect of the present invention is a method of enhancing sleep accommodations for a guest. The method includes providing a synthetic sheet and placing the synthetic sheet in a bed for the guest whereby the synthetic sheet can be discarded upon the guest entering the bed. | 08-20-2009 |
20090235462 | Panels, overlays, and inserts for furniture assemblies, and related methods - A furniture assembly may generally include a frame having legs for supporting the frame. The legs may generally define a space under the frame. A panel may be configured to be coupled to the frame to conceal at least part of the space under the frame. A furniture assembly may also, or alternatively, generally include a frame having a surface, and an overlay configured to be coupled to the frame to cover at least part of the surface of the frame. The overlay may provide a select appearance to the frame at the surface. A furniture assembly may further, or alternatively, generally include a frame having an opening, and an insert configured to be coupled to the frame at the opening. The insert may provide a select appearance to the frame at the opening. | 09-24-2009 |
20090320210 | Headboard with base that slips under mattress - One embodiment relates to a headboard design that offers an alternative to the conventional headboards that are available in the marketplace today. | 12-31-2009 |
20100031446 | RELEASABLE MOUNTING OF AN ACCESSORY ON AN OPERATING TABLE - What is described is a device for releasable mounting an accessory ( | 02-11-2010 |
20100031447 | Folding Device for Rolling Up Sleeping Bags, Self-Inflating Pads, Airbeds, Foam Mats, Bed Covers, and Other Bedrolls - A rigid frame-shape folding device for rolling up sleeping bags, self-inflating sleeping pads, airbeds, flexible foam mats, bed covers, other similar beddings, is described that consists of a rectangular or oblong construction, with adequate opening for the thickness-wise insertion of the short end of the bedrolls. The rigid frame device is made from tubular materials and is sufficiently strong to withstand the force applied during the folding process. The folding device consists of two curved tubular members with “male” and “female” interlocking means. Also shown is an adjustable rigid frame folding device for bedrolls of different sizes that comprises of four interlocking tubular members. When using this folding device, the bedroll is first inserted into the middle open space, between and parallel to the two longer sides of the frame device. The shorter sides of the frame are gripped and turned to compress the roll. After compressing and securing the roll, the device may remain embedded since it is light in weight and occupies little space. The exposed end may also serve as a handle for transporting the bundle. The device may also be easily extracted from the folded bedroll by first disengaging the tubular members. | 02-11-2010 |
20100132122 | Bed-Mounted Computer Terminal - Provided is a system and method for increasing a patient's satisfaction with a care facility. The system includes a computer terminal, user interface, and network, which may improve bed-ridden patients' convalescence experiences by providing them with educational and informational materials, communication capabilities, and entertainment materials. The system also may provide feedback to the care facility by collecting data from the patients. The computer terminal may be mounted onto a patient's bedrail using an adjustable mount, examples of which are disclosed herein. | 06-03-2010 |
20100139005 | Apparatus for carrying critical care equipment - An easily transportable apparatus for carrying critical care equipment, such as an EKG unit, needed by a patient being transported on a conventional gurney, stretcher, or like patient transport device. The apparatus is adjustable so that it can be conveniently attached to gurneys having side rails with different spacing. Additionally, the apparatus includes an equipment support platform to which the critical care equipment can readily be connected and can be rotated 360 degrees so that the equipment can easily be viewed by caregivers located in both the front and rear of the transport vehicle. | 06-10-2010 |
20100154124 | HOSPITAL BED COMPUTER SYSTEM - A point-of-care computer system is provided, including a display positioned in a point-of-care location. The point-of-care computer includes hardware coupled to a frame of a hospital bed. | 06-24-2010 |
20100205748 | Bed Lifting System - A bed lifting system is provided for lifting a bed above a surface. The system comprises a frame adapted for supporting the bed. The frame is arranged for interacting with a lifting mechanism capable of elevating the frame. A base that is adapted for inter-engaging with the frame whereby the base can support the frame over the surface independently of the lifting mechanism. | 08-19-2010 |
20100229309 | Mattress retainer - A mattress retainer for use with an adjustable bed having a rectilinear foot-region frame section with a planar upper surface substantially operates to “clip” this frame section, extending upwards at the foot of the adjustable bed to retain the mattress. Preferably made from a contiguous piece of bent metal, the mattress retainer (1) ships inverted in position on the foot-region frame section of a modular adjustable bed, and (2) is erected to operational position upon the bed by one person without use of tools. | 09-16-2010 |
20100299840 | WEIGHT AND/OR MOVEMENT SENSING IN A BED - The invention refers to a sensor arrangement for weight and/or movement sensing in a bed and uses thereof, to a bed and to a method of sensing weight and/or movement of a user in a bed. For the sensing of weight, activity and/or cardiopulmonary performance in a bed, force sensors ( | 12-02-2010 |
20100299841 | BRAKE SYSTEM FOR WALL ARM - An arm is pivotally coupled to a support structure at one end and a patient care equipment support, such as a service head, is pivotally coupled to the arm at the other end. The arm has a first portion and a second portion coupled to the first portion for extension and retraction relative to the first portion. Brakes are provided to brake the extension and retraction of the portions of the arm, to brake the pivoting movement of the arm relative to the support structure, and to brake the pivoting movement of the patient care equipment support relative to the arm. Each of the brakes is releasable. | 12-02-2010 |
20110072588 | HEADWALL TO BED INTERFACE - A headwall is adapted for use with a bed in a room of a healthcare facility. The headwall comprises a wall unit mounted relative to a wall of the room and a floor unit extending along a floor of the room. The bed docks to the floor unit. It is disclosed to use the headwall to provide services to patient care equipment mounted to a side rail of the bed. Such patient care equipment is, for example, a chest drainage unit, an infusion unit, or a vacuum bandage unit located in a cavity of the side rail. | 03-31-2011 |
20110099720 | ADAPTER FOR CONNECTING AT LEAST ONE ACCESSORY DEVICE TO AN OPERATING TABLE - An adapter ( | 05-05-2011 |
20110113558 | ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD FOR CONNECTING AN ACCESSORY PART TO AN OPERATING TABLE - An accessory part to be connected to an operating table has a connecting element ( | 05-19-2011 |
20110209287 | PROXIMITY SENSOR - An immersion sensor for use with a cushion or mattress for determining the relative immersion of a person within the cushion or mattress comprising a sensor, a ground and a circuit for measuring capacitance. The sensor comprises a sheet of conductive material, and the ground comprises a second sheet of conductive material. The circuit is adapted to send short bursts of electrical current to the sensor and a capacitor. The circuit is further adapted to measure the length of time the burst of current takes to charge the capacitor. Based upon the measured time, the circuit calculates the proximity of the object based upon the time taken to charge the capacitor. A method that may be implemented with the immersion sensor is also disclosed. | 09-01-2011 |
20110232001 | BED GAP FILLER - A gap filler assembly for filling a gap between adjacent sections of a bed. The gap filler assembly has a mattress portion that has an extension at one end thereof that extends between a gap between a first section of the bed and an adjacent second section of the bed. The mattress portion may be a supplemental mattress that is adjacent a side of a main mattress. The mattress portion may also have a hinged slider component on a bottom surface thereof. | 09-29-2011 |
20110247141 | BED GAP SHIELD - A gap shield assembly for shielding an open area between a first section of a bed and an adjacent second section of the bed. The gap shield has a first shield member and a second shield member. The second shield member is rotatably connected to the second section of the bed. The first shield member is rotatably and translationally connected to the second shield member. The gap shield assembly also has a width extender assembly connecting the first shield member to the first section of the bed to allow the first shield member to move inwardly and outwardly with respect to a centerline of the bed while still shielding the open area between the first and second sections of the bed. | 10-13-2011 |
20110308018 | BEDDING STRAIGHTENING MECHANISM - Bedding straightening system attached to a base of an ordinary bed, wherein such system mainly consists of: | 12-22-2011 |
20110314610 | PLATFORM EXTENSION - A platform extension for a bed or sleeping platform, the extension including fastening means to present a platform beside a bed with an aperture at a displaced position relative to a side of a bed in use, the platform configured and/or orientated to present the aperture relative to a plane of a bed upon which the extension is associated in use. Thus, when arranged with a bed or sleeping platform a sleeper can lay stomach down with an aligned spine rather than with a head turned to allow them breath. Furthermore, when required the sleeper can sleep on their back or side retaining flexibility in use of the bed. | 12-29-2011 |
20120005835 | Headboard of Easily Attachable Modular Headboard Cushions - A wall mounted headboard is formed of a plurality of individual headboard cushion modules each sized so as to enable it to be used to form with suitable standard mattresses. Preferably each module is 21 inches by 21 inches, and this invention provides that velcro is used to attach the modules to a wall and that the velcro comprises no more than 25% and preferably less than 15% of the module. | 01-12-2012 |
20120124750 | HOSPITAL BED - The present inventors disclose a bed comprising a bed insert and a base. An insert comprises one or more openable loops which can receive medical tubing or other types of medical lines. In some configurations, the one or more openable loops can be reversibly attached to the insert. An insert can be attached to the base by a reversible attachment such as Velcro. A patient, along with an insert, can be lifted from the base. A patient who has medical lines which extend through the loops can be lifted with the insert from the base without disrupting connections between the medical lines and the patient. | 05-24-2012 |
20120304390 | Apparatus for Carrying Critical Care Equipment - An easily transportable apparatus for carrying critical care equipment, such as an EKG unit, needed by a patient being transported on a conventional gurney, stretcher, or like patient transport device. The apparatus is adjustable so that it can be conveniently attached to gurneys having side rails with different spacing. Additionally, the apparatus includes an equipment support platform to which the critical care equipment can readily be connected. This platform can be connected and disconnected to a tray component that is connected to a turntable. The turntable can be readily rotated 360 degrees so that the equipment can easily be viewed by caregivers located in both the front and rear of the patient transport device. | 12-06-2012 |
20130007963 | BED STATUS INDICATORS - A bed includes bed status indicators, such as a pair of spaced lamp modules that are illuminated to signify a satisfactory status or an unsatisfactory status of the bed. | 01-10-2013 |
20130074270 | Bed-Mountable Exercise Apparatus - Various embodiments relate to an exercise assembly and an exercise bed assembly. The exercise assembly includes a band configured to be fitted around the circumference of a bed mattress or support frame and includes areas to which exercise bands can be attached. One or more exercise bands can be attached so that a user can perform various bodyweight exercises. The exercise bands can be reset in various combinations in order to enable a user to complete different exercises. In some embodiments, the exercise assembly can also include reinforcements that are connected at multiple points of the band. In some instances, the reinforcements cover a side of the bed. | 03-28-2013 |
20130185871 | RETROFIT FOOTBOARD APPARATUS - A retrofit footboard apparatus ( | 07-25-2013 |
20130192000 | INFANT PACIFIER MOUNTING SYSTEM - A pacifier mounting system for localizing a pacifier in an infant's bed comprising a mattress cover or fitted sheet in substantially fixed relationship to the mattress and an anchoring means extending in use from the mattress cover or fitted sheet at a predetermined location and to which a pacifier is securely attached, the anchoring means extending through an aperture provided in the mattress cover or fitted sheet. | 08-01-2013 |
20130276237 | PATIENT SUPPORT APPARATUS HAVING ALERT LIGHT - A patient support apparatus includes a bed frame having a head end and a foot end and control circuitry carried by the bed frame. The control circuitry receives information about conditions of the patient support apparatus. A light is coupled to the bed frame adjacent the foot end and is coupled to the control circuitry. The light is in a first state when the patient support apparatus is operating normally and the light is in a second state when the control circuitry detects an alert condition. | 10-24-2013 |
20130291309 | BED LIFTING APPARATUS - A bed lifting apparatus comprising a base and a support frame connected by at least one linkage arm, the at least one linkage arm including at least one biasing arrangement arranged to maintain the base and the support frame in a spaced apart relationship, wherein, in use, when a bed is located on the support frame, the bed is maintained in a spaced apart relationship from a floor surface. | 11-07-2013 |
20130305459 | PORTABLE VARIABLE-POSITION HEADBOARD APPARATUS - A portable variable-position headboard for a bed or the like is provided. The apparatus includes a bottom frame member having a first end and a second end, the second end including a hinge; a back support frame member having a first end and a second end, the first end having a complementary hinge for coupling the back support frame member to the hinge of the bottom frame member, the back support frame member being movable from a first, closed position to a second, open position relative to the bottom frame member; and a back board configured for supporting a back of a user, the back board being pivotably coupled to the second end of the back support frame member. In the open position, the bottom frame member can be horizontally disposed between a mattress and a support structure, e.g., a bed frame, to create a vertical headboard. | 11-21-2013 |
20130326818 | Surgical Accessory Interface Device - An interface device ( | 12-12-2013 |
20140000038 | WALL HUNG SLIPCOVER HEADBOARD TO INCORPORATE ART INTO A BED | 01-02-2014 |
20140165291 | VOICE-CONTROLLED VIBRATION ELECTRIC BED - A voice-controlled vibration electric bed includes a bed base formed of a base support frame and movable frames, a power supply unit mounted at the bed base, a driver electrically connected to the power supply unit for driving the movable frames to move relative to the base support frame, a microcomputer-based control device electrically connected to the power supply unit and the driver, microphones installed in the bed base and electrically connected to the microcomputer, and a vibration device installed in the bed base and electrically connected to the power supply unit and also electrically connected to the control device either directly or indirectly such that the microcomputer matches the sound picked up by the microphones with a predetermined frequency range and controls the vibration device to vibrate subject to the matching result. | 06-19-2014 |
20140345059 | ARRANGEMENT FOR ADJUSTING A BED, PARTICULARLY A HEAD SECTION AND FOOT SECTION OF THE BED, AS WELL AS DRIVE UNIT - An arrangement (AO) for adjusting a bed, particularly a head section and foot section of the bed, features a stationary frame segment (OR) and a movable frame segment (BR) with a first section (AS | 11-27-2014 |
20150026892 | Humidity and Allergy Control Device - A temporary artificial environment for maintaining an increased level of humidity is created over a sleeping person by suspending a perforated netting or perforated net-type material over a supporting framework creating a restricted air volume environmental or enclosed space over said sleeping person as said person respires to retard the evaporation of moisture within the said enclosed space and thereby the unwanted drying of nasopharyngeal tissues of the sleeping person by the ambient environment, thereby increasing the healthfulness of the nasal pharyngeal membranes of the sleeping person. | 01-29-2015 |
20150305323 | INSECT INFESTATION REDUCTION METHOD - A method of preventing infestation of a bed by creeping insects; said method including the application of a barrier to the legs of said bed; said barrier comprising a disc or layer of material inimical to at least a selection of said creeping insects; said disc or layer interposed between an upper end of each bed leg and the underside surface of a bed base of said bed. | 10-29-2015 |
20150314161 | MAT HYGIENE APPARATUS - A mat hygiene apparatus comprising a substantially rectangular body that comprises a plurality of ridges that extend across a first dimension of the body, the plurality of ridges being arranged along a second dimension of the body such that adjacent ridges of the plurality of ridges form a channel that extends across the first dimension to form a plurality of channels, the channel comprising at least one flexural portion that extends across the first dimension of the body, such that the body is configured to flex at the flexural portion in a manner that allows the body to be rolled from a planar body configuration to a spiral body configuration is disclosed. | 11-05-2015 |
20150335512 | Shroud Guard For Surgical Tables - A shroud guard is provided for protecting a height adjustment mechanism used to raise and lower the height of an operating room table. The shroud guard includes a support frame secured to a table base of the operating room table. The support frame includes a bracket with an attachment member and an upstanding shield support secured to the attachment member. The attachment member is secured to the table base via a fastener to inhibit movement along the table base. A shield is removably secured to the upstanding shield support and extends transversely over the table base of the operating room table and across the height adjustment mechanism to inhibit foreign objects from contacting the height adjustment mechanism. | 11-26-2015 |
20150359346 | ADJUSTABLE MATTRESS RETAINER BARS - A mattress retention assembly is disclosed that includes a mattress retainer system for retaining a mattress in place that is supported by an adjustable platform assembly and more particularly to a mattress retainer system that includes mattress retainer bars. The mattress retainer system is attached to the adjustable platform assembly. In order to secure the mattress relative to the adjustable platform assembly, one or more mattress retainer bars for the head and foot of the bed along with the corners of the bed are provided. In accordance with an important aspect of the invention, the mattress retainer bars are movable or removable to allow the mattress retainer bars to be positioned flush or below the top surface of the adjustable platform assembly to enable easy and convenient rotation, maneuverability, or otherwise sliding of the mattress relative to the platform. After the mattress is rotated, maneuvered, or slid, the mattress retainer is re-positioned to restrain movement of the mattress with respect to the adjustable platform assembly | 12-17-2015 |
20150366362 | Adjustable Mattress Retainer Bars - A. mattress bar retainer system is disclosed for use with adjustable mattress platforms. The mattress retainer bar system is used to prevent movement of the mattress during positioning of the adjustable mattress platform assembly. In a rotate mode of operation, one or more mattress retainer bars at the head/foot end or corners of the bed are removably attachable and re-installable to the mattress platform. In an alternate embodiment, the mattress retainer bars are configured to be positioned to enable the mattress to be rotated relative to the adjustable mattress platform in a rotate mode of operation. After the mattress is rotated to the desired position, the mattress retainer bars are restored to their normal position in a normal mode of operation. In an alternative embodiment, the retainer bars are motorized to enable the retainer bars to be positioned at the touch of a button on a control pad. In an alternate embodiment of the invention, a retainer bar is disclosed for use with fitted sheets. In yet another embodiment, the retainer bar is secured to the mattress platform and received in a pocket in an underside of a mattress encasement. | 12-24-2015 |
20150366364 | ADJUSTABLE HEIGHT AID FOR STRETCHING A SHEET - An adjustable height device for aiding in the stretching of a sheet. The device may include a bracket for attaching the device to a bottom surface of a bed frame, a first connector attached to the bracket by a first rotating element so that the first connector can rotate about the first rotating element with respect to the bracket, a telescoping shaft attached to the first connector by a second rotating element so that the telescoping shaft is rotatable about the second rotating element with respect to the first connector, and a gripping device attached to the telescoping shaft by a second connector. The telescoping shaft may be made of an inner shaft slidably inserted into an outer shaft. The gripping device may include a base having a first gripping surface and a movable element having a second gripping surface rotatable about a rotational axis with respect to the base. | 12-24-2015 |
20150374135 | BED SKIRT HOLDER - A method for making a bed that includes a mattress and box springs includes positioning a bed skirt on a box spring to a desired position and placing a sheet of material on the bed skirt. The sheet has a specific thickness and four edges. The method also includes placing the mattress on the sheet. The mattress is covered with at least a fitted sheet. The method further includes removing the mattress at a subsequent time period from on top of the sheet. The bed skirt is held in place via the sheet while the mattress is removed. | 12-31-2015 |
20160095774 | PATIENT SUPPORT APPARATUS HAVING ALERT LIGHT - A patient support apparatus includes a bed frame having a head end and a foot end and control circuitry carried by the bed frame. The control circuitry receives information about conditions of the patient support apparatus. A light is coupled to the bed frame adjacent the foot end and is coupled to the control circuitry. The light is in a first state when the patient support apparatus is operating normally and the light is in a second state when the control circuitry detects an alert condition. | 04-07-2016 |