Symphony Sleep 500E Adjustable Bed

The Symphony Sleep 500E is an excellent adjustable bed designed for seniors. It features an Elevation option that raises the bed frame while in a flat position. This functionality can help with issues such as sleep apnea, acid reflux, and snoring. Additionally, it addresses posture problems by providing support and promoting spinal alignment. Overall, this bed offers a combination of features that can help seniors achieve a better night’s sleep.

Sizes: Twin XL, Queen, Split King

Why is Symphony Sleep 500E Good?

The Symphony Sleep 500E is favored by seniors due to its elevation feature. This feature adjusts the bed to a flat position, which is more beneficial for seniors suffering from GERD and acid reflux.

Transfer Masters Hi Low Bed Base

As we age, it’s common for muscle strength and mobility to decline. The Transfer Master Hi-Low adjustable bed is an excellent choice for seniors, featuring a special Hi-Low function. This allows the bed to lower, providing easier access for seniors who may have limited strength or specific needs. It can then be raised to a standard bed height or even higher for those who require assistance from caregivers. The bed offers a vertical range of ten inches and includes optional side rails. Additionally, the Transfer Master Hi-Low comes equipped with a massage feature for extra comfort.

Sizes: Twin XL, Queen, Split King

Why is Transfer Master Hi-Low Good?

The Transfer Master Hi-Low bed is an excellent option for seniors due to its adjustable hi-low feature, which facilitates easy transitioning to a wheelchair or getting out of bed

Flex a Bed Hi Low Adjustable Bed

The Flex-a-Bed Hi-Low SL features Hi-Low capability and offers more size options tailored for seniors. It is available in standard Twin, Full, or Queen sizes, and can also be customized to longer lengths of 74”, 80”, or even 84”. This bed is an excellent choice for seniors due to its Hi-Low feature and various optional enhancements. Side rails can be added for those who need extra support, or they can be omitted for those who don’t require them. Additionally, a massage feature is available, although it is not included as a standard option.

Why Flex a Bed Hi Low Sl Good?

The Hi-Low feature of the Flex-a-Bed makes it an excellent choice for seniors. This feature allows them to get in and out of bed more easily, as well as facilitating a smoother transfer to a wheelchair.

The Ultimate Flex Assist Adjustable Bed

Seniors and individuals with physical strength challenges will find the lift-up function of the Ultimate Flex Assist particularly beneficial. This adjustable bed is designed to transform from a flat position into a chair. When the chair lifts and tilts forward, it assists the user in standing up with less effort. Although it operates similarly to a lift chair recliner, it is actually a Twin XL bed that allows for head and foot adjustability.

Why Is Ultimate Flex Assist Good?

The Ultimate Flex Assist is beneficial for seniors due to its lift chair feature. This option is ideal for those who prefer to sleep in a lift chair instead of a traditional bed. The lift chair makes it easier for seniors to get in and out of the chair comfortably.

Features

• Trendelenburg Position: Trendelenburg and Reverse Trendelenburg beds have a distinct position unavailable on other models.  These allow full body tilt while lying flat which makes them good adjustable beds for side sleepers with GERD.  Elevating the head of the bed like this can be useful to seniors who have acid reflux problems.  One study revealed that 8% of men and 15% of women over the age of 65 experience acid reflux.
• Hi Low Feature: As strength decreases, climbing into bed can become a challenge.  Hi low adjustable beds help because they allow the bed to be lowered for easier transitioning from the standing position.  Once in the bed safely, these beds can be raised back up for cases when a caregiver must assist.  This position is commonly available on hospital-type adjustable beds because it is regularly used for people with special concerns.
• Lift Chair Position: Another beneficial feature for elderly is the lift chair position.  This addresses mobility and strength difficulties as well.  It works similar to the lift chair recliner.  Adjustable beds with this feature can move from a flat bed, into a chair that tilts forward.  This makes it easier for a person to move from laying down into the standing position.
• Zero Gravity Position: The Zero gravity position was made to relieve muscle an joint pain, especially in the lower back. Hence, it is a great position for seniors because 70 percent the elderly have musculoskeletal pain. With the zero gravity position, the upper body and upper legs (thighs) are raised. The legs are still slightly bent at the knees. The body is placed at about an angle of 120 degrees instead of 180 degrees when lying flat. This position helps reduce the pressure on the lower back.
• Massage: Not all adjustable beds for seniors come with a massage feature, but some do. The Flex a bed SL has an option to have a massage. Meanwhile, the Ultimate Flex Assist and the Transfer Master Supernal Hi-Low both come with a massage as a standard. The massage on the adjustable beds can have different intensities. Having a massage feature can be great for seniors. The vibrations can help with circulation and ease muscle and joint pain.

Questions and Answers

What is the hi low function?

The Hi Low function on an adjustable bed allows the bed to be raised up and down vertically.  The height to which the bed raises and lowers varies based on the bed’s manufacturer.

What is the elevation feature?

The Elevation feature gives an adjustable bed the ability to be raised at one end while in the “flat” position.  This creates an entire bed tilt that keeps the head of the bed higher than the foot of the bed.

Do adjustable beds come with rails for seniors?

While adjustable beds do not come standard with side rails, they are an optional accessory for certain models.