Bariatric treatment system and related methods

Details Bariatric treatment system and related methods Bariatric treatment system and related methods

2008-03-25

2008-03-25

Trettel, Michael (Department: 3673)

Beds

Invalid bed or surgical support

Sectional user supporting surface

C005S617000

Reexamination Certificate

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07346945

ABSTRACT:
A bariatric treatment system providing a comprehensive array of therapeutic services for the morbidly obese patient is disclosed. The treatment system generally comprises a stable bed frame upon which is mounted a low air loss therapeutic mattress system. Integrated hardware and software controls provide such therapies as pulsation, percussion, rotation, cardiac chair and Trendelenburg. Means are disclosed whereby the bariatric patient may safely and comfortably enter and exit the bed with relative ease. The bed is adaptable for transport within a hospital, including such features as a TRANSPORT MODE wherein the bed's lateral axis is minimized and battery backup to maintain necessary therapies during patient transport. A plurality of control means are disclosed for simplification of caregiver workload and ease of patient utilization.

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