What Size is a Hospital Bed ?
Hospital beds come in various lengths and widths, which can confuse if you need to…
Hospital beds come in various lengths and widths, which can confuse if you need to order a bed for a family member who’s coming out of hospital. This article will explain the things you need to know before you buy a hospital bed.
📏 I. Core Size Standards (Suitable for Home Use)
| Type | Width | Length | Height Range | Suitable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Bed | 90cm (36 inches) | 200cm (80 inches) | 50-60cm (adjustable) | Average-sized adults |
| Wide Bed | 105cm (41 inches) | 200-220cm | 50-70cm | Individuals with mobility impairments/requiring care space |
| Extra-wide bed | 120cm (48 inches) | ≥200cm | 50-80cm | Obese patients (BMI > 30) |
| Extra-low bed | 90–105 cm | 200 cm | 26–56 cm | Patients at high risk of falling |
Note: The bed frame actually occupies 10–15 cm more space than the mattress (guardrails/mechanical structure), so additional space should be reserved when measuring the room.
🔍 II. Four-step precise measurement method
Space measurement•Door frame width: Ensure ≥ 80cm (≥ 85cm for electric beds)
•Room traffic flow: Leave ≥ 60cm of space around the bed (≥ 90cm for wheelchairs)
•Total Floor Area: Bed length + 30 cm × Bed width + 40 cm (including equipment space)2
Patient Requirements Measurement•Height: Bed length ≥ Height + 20 cm (e.g., a 180 cm patient requires a 200 cm bed)
•Weight:•＜135kg: Standard bed (load capacity 150-200kg)•＞135kg: Wide bed (load capacity 240-400kg)
•Ground clearance: When sitting, the soles of the feet should be flat on the ground, with the thighs parallel to the ground (typically 45-55cm)
Functional compatibility measurement
•Care requirements:•For back elevation >70°, choose a dual-motor bed•For pressure ulcer prevention, choose an alternating air pressure mattress (thickness 8-12cm)
•Safety requirements:•For patients with cognitive impairments, choose high bedrails (≥50 cm)•Choose soft impact-resistant guardrails for epilepsy patients4
Equipment Compatibility Measurement•Bed base height above ground >15 cm (compatible with suction machines/oxygen concentrators)•Bedhead panel with IV stand mounting holes (hole diameter 2.5-3 cm)
⚠️ III. Home Scenario Pitfall Guide
Height Pitfall•Standard bed height ≈ 48 cm, but home medical beds must match wheelchair height (43-48 cm). Recommended height adjustment range: 26-65 cm (YA-D3-5 ultra-low bed tested at minimum 26 cm)
Dimension Misconceptions•Claims of “standard dimensions” may only refer to the mattress (190×90 cm), while the actual bed frame with guardrails measures 205×105 cm
Special Requirements Comparison Table
| Scenario | Recommended Specifications | Case Model |
|---|---|---|
| Post-surgery rehabilitation | Medium-low height + side rails | Standard three-section bed |
| Care for disabled elderly individuals | Ultra-low height + fall prevention sensors | YA-D3-5 ultra-low bed |
| Home ICU Care | Fully Electric Adjustment + ≥75° Backrest Adjustment | YA-D8-2 Monitoring Bed |
| Obese Patients | 120cm Width + Diamond-Shaped Steel Frame Structure | Qin Nuo Heavy-Duty Bed |
💡 Four Key Action Steps
Measure the room: Draw a floor plan including door and window locations, and mark the positions of electrical outlets.
Test lying down: Test different sizes at a medical equipment store and check that the elbow is more than 10cm from the guardrail.
Key points for inspection:•Test for mechanical jamming on lever beds.•Verify the emergency power-off function for electric beds.•Conduct a 10kg pressure test on the guardrails.
📐 A Comprehensive Guide to Home-Suitable Sizes for Medical Beds
| Bed Type | Official Dimensions | Home-Suitable Modified Dimensions | Key Features | Home Use Priority Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Medical Bed | 210×100×80cm | 205×95×(46-73)cm | Basic height adjustment/guardrails | ★★★★☆ |
| Extended Medical Bed | 220×110×80cm | 215×105×(48-75)cm | Extra-long bed surface (suitable for heights ≥195cm) | ★★★☆☆ |
| Electric Medical Bed | Same as standard bed + motor | +15cm motor compartment width | Independent electric adjustment for back and leg zones | ★★★★★ |
| Folding Medical Bed | 180×90×75cm | 175×85×(45-70)cm | Folded thickness ≤35cm | ★★☆☆☆ (Emergency use) |
| Orthopedic medical bed | 200×100×adjustable | 195×95×(30-65)cm | Traction frame interface/side flip assistance | ★★★★☆ |
| ICU Monitoring Bed | 220×120×Adjustable | Not recommended for home use | Multi-device integration/Fully automatic turning | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Final Note: The distance from the headboard to the wall must be >30cm (to avoid collisions with the wall affecting lifting/lowering)
