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Help with getting in and out of bed

 

As we spend between a third and a half of our lives in bed, comfort is a priority. And so too is the convenience and ease with which you can get in and get out.

 

Depending on your personal needs: height, support and assistance with moving about in bed, sitting up and lying down, there are a number of options available:

 

 

1. Bed blocks

 

With raised handles and wide, load-bearing bases, these make moving from a sitting position to standing beside the bed easier. Find out more by seeing our buying guide below to choosing bed blocks.

 

2. Bed Poles

 

By providing a dependable support over the bed, these assist you in sitting up in bed as well as changing your position and getting up. For additional information, see our buying guide to choosing a bed pole.

 

 

3. Bed Ladder Hoists

 

Back problems, sports injuries, painful stomach muscles - there are lots of reasons why sitting upright in bed can be difficult. The answer: ‘ladder hoists', the simple way to give yourself a helping hand. Find out more by seeing our buying guide to choosing bed ladder hoists.

 

Choosing a hand block

 

 Bed Hand Blocks

 

Simple to use and inexpensive, hand blocks are designed to help you change your position in bed when sitting, as well as assisting you in getting up. Comprising a broad flat base supporting a raised moulded handle, each block is placed on either side of your body enabling you to push down and raise yourself up with less effort.

 

Choosing a bed lifting pole

 

Over Bed Hoist Support Pole

 

Sometimes called pull-handles, these are designed to make moving around in bed - as well as getting in and out - easier. Most consist of a floor-standing cantilevered gantry supporting an adjustable handgrip suspended over the bed. Pulling on this allows you to shift position more easily in bed as well as swinging your legs over the side in order to get up.

 

Obviously it's important that the lifting pole is correctly positioned and secured. Also bear in mind that you'll need sufficient strength in your arms and upper body to use this type of support successfully.

 

Before choosing a lifting pole, you should consider the following:

 

* A moulded handgrip is more comfortable to hold and a strap that allows length adjustment provides greater convenience.

 

* If used with a divan bed, ensure that there is sufficient space to slide the base underneath and if possible, attach it to the headboard for extra support.

 

* Some models dismantle for transporting. This type is particularly useful if you're staying with friends or going on holiday.

 

Choosing a bed ladder hoist

 

Rope Ladder Bed Hoist

 

A bed ladder hoist is a simple but effective way of helping you sit upright in bed. The bottom ends of the cords tie around the bed legs, and the polymer ladder rungs can be gripped to pull yourself up in bed, using a hand over hand movement.