Introduction: Understanding Acquired Brain Injuries and Mobility Challenges
Acquired brain injuries (ABIs) can affect mobility, coordination, and strength, making simple daily tasks like adjusting a bed difficult. Traditional bed controls may require fine motor skills or coordination that some individuals with ABIs find challenging. Voice control adjustable beds offer a hands-free, accessible solution, helping users independently manage bed adjustments, ensuring safety, comfort, and improved quality of life.
Difficulties with Traditional Bed Controls
Using standard manual or remote-controlled beds can be problematic for people with ABIs:
- Remote operation challenges: Limited coordination or cognitive impairments may make button use difficult.
- Risk of strain or injury: Attempting to adjust the bed manually can cause fatigue, strain, or discomfort.
- Dependence on carers: Users may need assistance for even minor adjustments, reducing independence.
These challenges highlight the need for an intuitive, hands-free solution.
How Voice-Controlled Hi-Low Beds Assist Daily Repositioning
Voice-controlled beds provide a simple, effective solution:
- Hands-free voice commands: Users can adjust the bed position by speaking, without needing to press buttons.
- Adjustable tilt and height features: Beds can be raised or lowered for safe transfers, and head and leg tilts improve comfort and circulation.
Explore our Voice-Control Hi-Low Bed to see these features in action.
Benefits for Users with Brain Injuries
Voice-controlled beds offer several advantages:
- Independence and self-care: Users can reposition themselves without relying on carers.
- Reduced fatigue and injury risk: Hands-free operation reduces physical strain and promotes safe positioning.
- Enhanced sleep quality: Proper positioning improves comfort, circulation, and overall wellbeing.
These features support both physical safety and emotional confidence for users and carers alike.
Occupational Therapist Recommendations
Occupational therapists (OTs) recommend beds designed for individuals with mobility or coordination challenges:
- Best practices and feature selection: Hi-low height, head and leg tilt, voice control, and safety rails.
- Integration with other assistive devices: Seamless interaction with alert systems or smart home technology enhances accessibility and safety.
An OT-guided selection ensures the bed meets individual needs and supports long-term rehabilitation goals.
NDIS and SWEP Funding Guidance in Victoria
Voice-controlled beds may be funded for eligible users:
- Eligibility and provider support: NDIS participants or SWEP users can access assistive beds after clinical assessment.
- NDIS-approved adjustable beds and providers: Ensures the bed meets safety and funding standards.
For guidance on funding, visit our Rental Enquiry or Contact pages.
Choosing the Right Voice-Controlled Bed
Consider the following when selecting a bed:
- Safety rails: Provide support during transfers.
- Tilt and hi-low functionality: Essential for safe repositioning and comfort.
- Smart homecare integration: Enables hands-free adjustments and future-ready technology.
Our team can help select the most suitable model for home, rehabilitation, or aged care settings.
Hire or Trial Options Across Victoria
Assistive Tech Hub offers flexible trial and hire options:
- Hire options: Short-term rentals for testing or temporary needs.
- Trial services: Experience the bed’s features firsthand to choose the best fit.
Visit our Hire page or submit a Rental Enquiry to explore these options.
Conclusion
Voice-controlled beds provide people with acquired brain injuries a safe, independent, and comfortable way to manage daily bed adjustments. By combining hands-free operation with hi-low and tilt features, these beds reduce injury risk, enhance comfort, and empower users to maintain autonomy in their daily care.
Key Takeaways:
- Voice-controlled beds enable safe, independent repositioning.
- Hi-low and tilt features reduce injury risk.
- NDIS and SWEP funding options are available for eligible users in Victoria.
- Hire and trial options help evaluate suitability.
Take Action Today: Explore our Voice-Control Hi-Low Bed, hire or request a trial, or contact us for OT guidance to find the best solution for your needs.
