How much are you helping your loved one get out of bed? Unless your loved one is completely independent in getting out of bed, you know the struggle that getting out of or into bed can be.  It doesn't have to be so hard on your body.  Let's talk about how important good bed mobility for your loved one is and how to make this less stressful for you both.  

Some things to consider are environmental aids such as: 

• bed rails ( not the same kind you might be thinking)
• transfer pole ( floor to ceiling style that can be moved from one place to another if needed)
• wedges
• hospital bed
• changing the height of the bed
• mattress depth options

Approaches to getting out of bed can make all the difference.   It is very helpful to recognize your loved one's challenges in bed mobility (pain, weakness, stiffness, fear).  Then, consider how to intervene to increase their potential by increasing the strength and the movement.

Chances are, you are doing too much to help your loved one get out of bed, and with some critical thinking, analysis of movement, maybe the addition of some devices as mentioned above, you can increase their level of independence and lighten your burden at the same time.    Did you know that bed mobility strength transitions to other functional movements like getting off the couch, chair, toilet, car, tub?  Why not start and end each day utilizing getting out of bed to positively impact your loved ones' mobility independence for the rest of the day?  It could make a huge difference for both of you over time.   

I hope you found this helpful. 
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