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Adjustable Beds and Mobility

How Adjustable Beds Preserve Mobility

With more people living longer quality of life in our later years takes on more importance. Being mobile is central to ageing well and for our mental and physical wellbeing.

According to the Centre for Ageing Better, “The homes that people live in significantly impact on their wellbeing and ability to live their lives the way they want to. Research shows that 80 per cent of homeowners aged 65 and over wish to stay where they are”.

Adapting our homes to our changing mobility needs is essential in maintaining independence. An adjustable bed is just one way that we can enhance our mobility while improving quality of life.

Below we set out the reasons why electric adjustable beds assist people with maintaining mobility. They offer numerous health benefits, contribute to assisted living and staying independent, and improve sleep

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Four Ways An Electric Bed Benefits Arthritis

Sleep is essential to our health and wellbeing. For anyone with arthritis, lack of sleep can make symptoms worse. Studies have shown that people with arthritis are 80% more likely to experience poor sleep. Poor sleep cycles can become established, and people living with arthritis can find getting to sleep and staying asleep a problem. One way to eliminate this cycle is by sleeping on an electric bed.

Adjustable beds offer several benefits to help people with arthritis sleep better. They also help alleviate pain symptoms from sleeping in an uncomfortable position. In the following post, we outline five ways that an adjustable bed can help you get a better night’s sleep.

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Six Ways An Adjustable Bed Helps You Sleep Better

A telltale sign that you’re not getting the best sleep is waking up with aches and pains caused by an uncomfortable bed. Sleeping on an adjustable electric bed is an excellent way of getting restful sleep.

Research tells us that adults need between seven to nine hours of sleep per night to function at our best. For many, though, this is not the reality. Sleep issues such as falling over to sleep or waking through the night are common complaints.

So why are adjustable beds better for sleeping? We’ve set out below six reasons why an electric bed will not only help you nod off but also help you stay asleep through the night.

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Four Tips On Choosing An Adjustable Bed

For anyone thinking about purchasing an adjustable bed, there are lots of models in the market nowadays. Electric beds have come a long way from the old-style hospital bed.

Knowing what to look for when buying an electric adjustable bed is an important consideration. You need to consider the type, designs available and the size of the bed you’ll need – also, the cost and your budget, and whether you need a special mattress or adaptations.

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Will an Adjustable Bed Stop Snoring?

Although snoring is a common complaint, it can be particularly disruptive to you or your partner’s sleep. It’s widely believed that half the population snore at some time in their life, with more men in Ireland snoring than women.

Although snoring can be caused by sleep apnoea, it’s usually because of lifestyle factors such as being overweight, smoking, drinking too much alcohol or sleeping on your back.

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Six Benefits of an Adjustable Bed Post Surgery

Benefits of Adjustable Beds After Surgery
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Sleeping on a comfortable and supportive bed is essential to post-surgery recovery. An adjustable bed offers a range of benefits to alleviate any pain points, breathing problems or mobility issues.

If you’re recovering from hip surgery, a back operation, knee replacement or abdominal surgery, an electric adjustable bed is a great choice. Operating in a similar way to a hospital bed, find out more about how you can get a better night’s sleep post-operation.

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Five Health Benefits of Electric Beds

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Health Benefits of Electric Adjustable Beds

Electric beds can be adjusted into various positions to make sleeping more comfortable. They allow you to raise the whole bed or adjust the head and foot end using a remote control.

Offering a wide range of benefits for people who have underlying health conditions or mobility issues, electric adjustable beds can help reduce the discomfort that can arise from sleeping on an unsupportive bed or from a poor sleeping position.

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7 Tips to Ease Back Pain When Sleeping

This Back Care Awareness Week we’re reminded that approximately four out of every five adults will experience back pain at some stage in their life.

Whilst there are many physical and psycho-social factors that contribute to back pain – heavy physical work, frequent bending, twisting, lifting, obesity, stress, anxiety and depression – it’s worth remembering that a good supportive bed has an important role to play in relieving back pain.

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The New Sherborne Hampton Adjustable Bed

Sherborne Hampton Adjustable Bed

Sherborne Adjustable Beds

Sherborne Upholstery’s leap into the Adjustable Bed market 3 years ago has been hugely successful, perhaps unsurprising giving Sherborne’s leading position in Recliner Chairs. Nevertheless, the premium Sherborne Dorchester Adjsutable Bed has gained rave reviews from customers and medical professionals alike with it’s superb operation, finish and durability. The only negative perhaps was the price for what admittedly was an outstanding piece of craftsmanship.

Realising this and responding to feedback from successful retailers of the Dorchester such as ourselves Sherborne has launched a price competitive alternative that shares all the key features of the original. Meet the Sherborne Hampton Adjustable Bed!

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How to Choose a New Bed

How to buy a new bed

If you’re thinking of treating yourself to a new bed this Christmas or New Year, arm yourself with all the necessary information so you can make an informed choice.

Buying a new bed is a long term investment. Considering the average lifespan of a mattress is around 7 years, it’s worth spending as much as you can afford to get a good quality, comfortable bed.

At Dalzell’s we recommend that people come in-store and speak with our expertly trained staff and try out a few beds before you make your new bed purchase. We’ve also produced this handy guide to help make that all-important decision.

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