Physiotherapy couches are used for medical examinations of patients and medical procedures. They are intended for temporary placement of one person on it. Various materials are used to make these devices. About what couches are, what they are used for, in detail in the article.
Medical examination couches for offices
On the medical equipment market, there is a large assortment of high-quality, multifunctional medical couches. They are one of the most important types of furniture in medical institutions, with the help of which patient examinations are carried out with maximum comfort. Physiotherapeutic couches are manufactured according to the latest technologies. For fillers, polyurethane foam is often used, which is able to "remember" the shape of the human body, evenly distributing the load on the structure.
The upholstery does not contain a seam, is made of durable and durable leatherette, which allows you to seamlesslyclean and disinfect the product. And various colors make it possible to decorate the office with taste.
What you need to know when choosing a design?
Physiotherapy couch (KMF) is intended for examining a patient, carrying out various physiotherapeutic and cosmetic procedures, ultrasound, taking an electrocardiogram of the heart muscle and other therapeutic and diagnostic measures. Each design consists of:
- Frame - it can be made from a variety of materials: thin-walled steel pipes, wood, fiberglass.
- Headrest - often has a stepped structure or is equipped with a smooth adjustment mechanism. The highest elevation angle is 45 degrees.
- Lodges - consists of one-, two-, three- and four-section structures. Often, a medical physiotherapy couch with a solid bed is used. A special design is required for strip irrigation with a drain hole.
- Filling - polyurethane foam or foam rubber is used.
- Upholstery - made of artificial leather. Therefore, it is easy to clean, does not attract dust, withstands physical and chemical influences. Use a case for extra protection.
Types of structures
The physiotherapy couch is used for various therapeutic and prophylactic purposes. Therefore, manufacturers produce the following type of design:
- Typical examination rooms - with a wooden or metal frame, one-piece sunbed and headrest.
- Sectional - formedical examination. Allow to examine the patient in a sitting position and lying down. It is possible to install the back section under a certain slope. The bed contains from two to five blocks.
- Adjustable examining stations - hydraulically or manually operated, with foot, manual or remote control.
- For examining children - unlike the adult version, they have reduced dimensions.
- Mobile - equipped with a chassis with wheels, which makes it possible to transport the physiotherapy couch around the office, floor or building. In addition, the design is equipped with a reliable brake.
- Reinforced - equipped with a strong frame, great for patients with a large weight.
- Gynecology - Designed with leg rests, thanks to which the woman assumes a position convenient for examination by a doctor.
- Massage with a hole under the face - suitable for massage and cosmetic procedures. Equipped with headrests and armrests, as well as height adjustment.
Features of the material for making couches
The most traditional model consists of a tubular metal body and a plywood or fiberboard stock covered in foam-filled vinyl leather. However, wooden physiotherapy couches are also in use. They are used in procedures involving electromagnetic radiation and the application of electric current to provide a dielectric surface. Widespread couches made of fiberglass with a solidbed. They are lightweight, hygienic and resistant to detergents.
They are used in balneological procedures, where contact with mineral water and therapeutic mud is inevitable. These couches are also suitable for procedures involving the effects of electric current. From pliable plastic, the bed can be given any shape. Therefore, for some types of procedures, they make it concave and with a drain. The only drawback of plastic couches is that the height of the legs is not adjustable.
Additional features
In some cases, a couch equipped with water or electric heating is required for physiotherapeutic procedures. Such equipment is produced and used for mud treatment or wrapping. There are models of couches that are equipped with a hand shower. After the manipulation, the patient is washed with water, and then the shower is also used for the hygiene of the couch.
For procedures with liquid and semi-liquid formulations of medicines, models equipped with a drain are produced. All these devices are connected to the mains and water supply.
Conclusion
The medical equipment market offers high quality and multifunctional physiotherapy couches made with the latest technology. They stand up to heavy use, feature a durable upholstery material that retains its look even with regular sanitization, and a wide range of colours. Every medical facilitycan choose a design that is suitable for the necessary purposes and purposes.
