The selection of a hospital bed has grown even more difficult as technology advances and new treatment approaches emerge. Different types of beds are available, including those with manual cranks or electrically operated, as well as a variety of additional features that not only help the patients but also the medical personnel and caregivers. Between a manual and an electric ICU bed, the choice depends on the placement of these beds and budgets. For example, putting manual crank beds in ICU or ICCU wards is not sensible since patients are only in this ward as they are in a critical health condition or immobile. First, let us understand the difference between the two: Manual Crank Beds A manual bed needs people to change the position of the bed by using a hand crank, usually located at the head or foot of the bed. Typically they are cheaper than electric beds, but they cannot match the ease of electrically operated beds. However, even manual beds facilitate similar functionality but with manual operational constraints. These beds come in a wide range such as plain ward beds, two or four-section fowler manual crank beds with EPC, PP moulded or SS head and foot panels. Electric ICU BedsWhat sets them apart is a control pad to electrically operate the bed. These are ideally required for ICU, ICCU or Gynec wards where patient’s comfort cannot be compromised. The comfort and easy operability justify the cost of an electric bed. Further, the cost varies based on features and the goodwill of the electric bed manufacturer. Depending on functionality, electric ICU beds are classified as: Electric Semi Fowler Bed:These are usually, two-section beds with the flexibility to adjust the headrest electrically. They do not promote the same ease for height adjustment. That needs manual adjustment. Additional functionality includes removable head and foot panels, collapsible side railings, castor wheels with diagonally fitted brakes and more. Electric Full Fowler Bed:As the name suggests, these are fully electric operated beds with functionalities such as
Final VerdictChoosing between the manual crank bed and electric bed requires you to consider the ward requirements, budget, type of patients you expect, services offered by the medical facility and more. Further, investing in non-branded hospital beds is inane. PMT is trusted by India’s top-notch medical facilities for superior quality ICU beds, ECG trolleys, bedside furniture and other hospital furniture. Explore the range online!
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