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Sleeping
Determined2Heal Tips:
It is very important to get at
least 8 hours per day of sleep according to the WebMd.
Sleeping with a spinal cord injury brings many factors into
play. Based upon an individual's injury level a certain
sleeping lifestyle needs to be implemented. Click on Your Level
of Injury to learn more.
WebMd answers the question,
How Much Sleep Do You Really Need?
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Invacare BAR600
"The Invacare
BAR600 is a heavy-duty bed frame that is designed for
bariatric individuals and is capable of supporting up to
600 pounds. Extra bracing has been integrated into the
home care bed frame, along with a wider surface and
truss assembly, in order to provide maximum support. The
client or caregiver is able to operate the bed using the
hand pendant, which changes the positioning of the head
and foot sections as well as the bed-height function.
And, even though this is a substantial bed, setup within
the home is easy." |
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Sapphire Static Low-Air-Loss
"The Sapphire Static
Low-Air-Loss is true low air loss providing excellent
airflow to help keep the skin dry and provide pressure
relief. These two features together helps prevent the
formation of bed sores, as well as accelerates the
healing of existing bed sores (wounds). This product is
zoned into three therapeutic pressure zones: 1. Head, 2.
Torso, 3. Heals. Zoned therapy helps relieve pressure on
all parts of the body. Excellent product for healing and
prevention of bed sores."
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Thera-Turn Millennium
"The Thera Turn Millennium is the ultimate in rotational
therapy. the primary function is for lateral rotation
for pulmonary patients and secondary fro wound healing
and prevention The Thera Turn Millennium allows you to
isolate the patients left and right side on both the
angle of turn and time of turn. The Millennium
incorporates low air loss therapy and 3 turning angles"
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Thera-Turn 1000
"The Thera-Turn 1000 was created to be the solution to
the patient who is difficult to turn. Designed to
increase lateral movement for fluid drainage and
increased circulation. The Thera-Turn 1000 provides a
variety of treatment options at the lowest of costs. The
Thera-Turn 1000 turns the patient so you do not have to.
This consistent turning will help in preventing and
healing of bed sores." |
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Comfort Turn
"The Comfort Turn provides 40 degree rotational therapy
and low air loss combined. This simple mattress design
is a cost-effective way of achieving full body lateral
rotation. The patient has three turning options: full
turn from left to right, right turn only, left turn
only. Your other features include, “Static” mode for
stationary low air loss therapy, and “Auto Firm” for
rapid inflation." |
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Tru-Turn
"The Tru - Turn provides 20, 30, or 40 degree rotational
therapy and alternating pressure combined. This simple
mattress design is a cost-effective way of achieving
full body lateral rotation. The patient has three
turning options: full turn from left to right, right
turn only, left turn only. Your other features include,
“Static” mode for stationary alternating pressure, and
“Auto Firm” for rapid inflation." |
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Deluxe Automatic Overbed Table
"Ideal for
use in hospitals, long-term care facilities and at home,
this attractive and functional overbed table comes in 4
different wood veneer finishes to match or complement
bed panels, cabinets or furniture. The 15"W x 30"L
tabletop raises with a slight upward pressure, and
features a Ľ" spill-proof lip and ˝" bullnose edgemold
to protect it from chipping and cracking. An “H” base
for maximum stability supports the opal powder-coated
steel column and tabletop. 2" swivel casters allow easy
maneuverability over carpet, tile, linoleum and
thresholds. Weighs 28 lbs. Partial assembly required. 50
lbs. weight capacity. Latex free." |
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Bed Rail Advantage
"Heavy-duty steel with
powdercoat finish provides long-lasting security. Handle
folds doen for easy storage and portability. Base fits
between mattress and box spring. Safety strap secures
base to bed frame and mattress. Foam grip handle is
comfortable; closed cell foam is easy to santitize. Fits
on either side of bed and adjusts in height to fit your
mattress. Base measures 16"W x 21"eL, strap adjusts up
to 12'4". Handle width 16˝ x 2". Handle height 22".
350lb. weight capacity. No assemble required." |
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The Transfer Handle
"Model 2025 and 2001 are
designed for home use. The 2025 has a steel handle that
mounts to the included 30" x 27" board; simply slide it
between mattress and box spring. Fits any size bed.
Model 2001 is a heavy-duty handle for people who have no
or minimal ability to stand. It mounts directly to metal
bed frames. Models 2025H, 4025H, 6025H and 8025H are
designed for hospital beds. The first two are for
spring-style beds; the latter for pan-style beds. They
meet state and federal guidelines for entrapment and
restraint-free environment. The 2001 has a 600-lb.
weight capacity. All of the other models have 250-lb.
weight capacity. No tools required for installation." |
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Nighttime Accessories
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Nighttime ankle braces
(Sheepskin
Fleece Boot. Controls drop foot. Rotator bar controls hip & leg
rotation. Maintains range of motion.)
will help to prevent foot drop. I
sleep with them every night. A trick that I learned is to tie a
Theraband around the bottom of the brace where there is a
metal heel and attach it to the bedpost so when you spasm you
will stay in position. |
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| Work with your occupational therapist to
build custom made nighttime hand splints. Also,
discuss with your occupational therapist to develop the best
schedule for wearing the splints. Nighttime splints
help to keep your your hands, fingers, and wrist aligned
while sleeping. |
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