The Bedside Journal: Knowledge Center

Hospital beds for home use are not delivered like standard furniture. Many ship fully assembled or on a pallet, which can make residential delivery challenging. This guide explains what to measure and how to plan before ordering.

Not sure whether Accora Contessa or Accora Empresa is right for your care setting? This guide compares comfort, fall-risk reduction, and caregiver support to help families and facilities choose the right home-care bed.

MedSurg beds are the workhorses of hospital care, combining adjustability, safety, and durability for everyday patient needs. Learn key features, types, comparisons vs ICU beds, and how to choose the right model.

Bariatric hospital beds offer wider frames, higher weight capacity, and enhanced safety for heavier patients. This guide explains what they are, why they matter, and how to choose the right bariatric bed for your home or facility.

Pediatric hospital beds are built for children’s safety, comfort, and recovery. This guide covers key features (enclosures, adjustability), bed types for different ages and settings, how to choose the right model, and why specialized designs reduce anxiety and improve outcomes.

Discover how specialty and long-term care beds support unique patient needs in hospitals and home settings.

Compare manual, semi-electric, and full-electric hospital beds. Learn about the key differences in cost and comfort.

Wondering where to find safe, reliable refurbished hospital beds online? This guide explains the best places to buy, what to avoid, and how to choose trusted models.

This guide explores recycling, refurbishing, and trade-in programs, and why choosing certified refurbished beds supports both cost savings and sustainability.

Hillrom and Stryker are the most trusted names in hospital beds worldwide. This guide explains why their refurbished models remain the gold standard, offering durability, advanced features, and reliable performance at a fraction of the cost.

Medicare may cover hospital beds for home use, but the rules are complex. This guide explains what’s included, what’s not, and when buying a refurbished beds is the smarter, faster option.

This guide explains how refurbished beds make professional-grade care more affordable, compares popular models, breaks down pricing tiers, and shows what to look for when buying safely.