Thorpe Mill Machine Washable Quilted Cotside Bumpers with Closed Ends for Infection Control

Thorpe Mill Machine Washable Quilted Cotside Bumpers with Closed Ends for Infection Control are quilted and machine washable for maximum patient comfort and maintenance of sanitary standards. Thorpe Mill Bumpers are designed to drape over bed rails to prevent entrapment and subsequent limb injury.

What's Included?

• 1 x Pair of Quilted Bumpers

What Sizes Are Available?

The Thorpe Mill Quilted Cotside Bumpers for Infection Control are available in two different lengths. Please ensure that you are aware of the correct size for your application before purchasing.

• 134cm
• 183cm

Why Should I Use Bedside Bumpers?

A study based on the NPSA’s National Reporting and Learning System (NRLS) estimated that 1,250 reports of injuries from striking or trapping limbs in bedrails are made every twelve months from hospitals and mental health units in England and Wales. The Medicines and Health Care Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) have had reports of 21 bedrail related deaths from 2000 - 2006. Bedside bumpers have been specifically designed to reduce the number of injuries and deaths related to bedside railings entrapment. 

What Colour Are the Thorpe Mill Quilted Cotside Bumpers?

The Thorpe Mill Cotside Bumpers are light blue. This helps to provide a relaxing and tranquil aesthetic to the room.

Key Features and Benefits

• Fire-retardant polyester material that protects patients in the event of a fire
• These bumpers are fully machine washable, making infection control easy
• Luxurious quilting provides exceptional levels of protection and comfort
• Highly breathable fabric helps prevent asphyxiation
• Protects expensive hospital cots from daily wear and tear
• Perfect for any patients with repetitive motion conditions

How Do the Thorpe Mill Quilted Bumpers Help Patients?

The Thorpe Mill Bumpers improve safety for patients by providing a durable bumper to absorb any impact caused by involuntary movement. The bumpers have the added benefit of being machine washable, which helps reduce the risk of infection for vulnerable patients. 

Who Could Benefit From Bed Bumpers for Infection Control?

• Individuals with burns, open wounds, or weakened immune systems
• Patients with epilepsy or other potential causes of seizure
• Those who suffer from excessive bruising (ecchymosis) 
• People experiencing confusion, agitation or delirium
• Anyone who experiences repetitive or involuntary movements
• People with variable levels of consciousness, or those under sedation
• The elderly or others at risk of limb entrapment

This Item Is Not Returnable On Grounds Of Hygiene

Please note, Medical Supplies is dedicated to maintaining the highest levels of hygiene for all of its products and for this reason this item is non-refundable and non-returnable if unsuitable or unwanted on grounds of hygiene.

If you have any questions regarding this returns policy, please contact our Medical Supplies Customer Care Team on 020 7501 0593 for further details.