Upright positioning in bed for highly dependent patients
Prolonged bed rest and immobility of critically ill patients can lead to severe physical deconditioning, significant loss of muscle mass and increased muscle weakness that can result in extended time spent in both the ICU and the hospital¹. Recognition of the long term physical and psychological consequences of prolonged immobility has resulted in early mobilisation being advocated for ICU patients². While early standing and weight bearing is a desirable goal, achieving this consistently with critically ill patients can be a challenge for caregivers. Using only one or two caregivers, the Total Lift Bed™ can progressively move patients to full standing and weight bearing to aid rehabilitation early in the acute phase of critical illness.
