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Materials and structure
* Solid timber bed base made from European Beech
* Rigidity adjusters to vary tension on the slats - each side can be made firmer or softer
* Split system to minimise partner disturbance
* Can be used as a standard flat bed base or manual adjustable bed base
* Beech colour

Application
* Designed to assist people with injuries or medical conditions which require them to raise or lower their head and back

Legs
* Standard (35cm high) and tall (40cm high) legs available
* Includes centre support leg for extra strength

Access
* Bed base can be disassembled if necessary to allow for easy access

Mattress
* The supplier offers a range of Latex or Visco Elastic mattresses

Option Details
* Optional headboards available
* Storage drawers available - drawers roll neatly underneath bed base
* Storage drawers can be retro-fitted to existing Viva bed base

Considerations

In certain circumstances there is an element of risk involved in the use of a device that attaches to the side of a bed such that there is the possibility of entrapment between the device and the mattress. This includes but is not limited to a bed pole (stick), bed rail or bed rail protector. The device may increase the risk of injury or even death to the bed occupant. Entrapment of limbs or body parts may occur with parts of the bed and the device. Some bed occupants may try to climb over a bed rail to get out of bed.

A risk assessment should be undertaken in each circumstance of use. The device should not be used in circumstances where there is a gap between the vertical components and the mattress. Users most at risk include those with physical or cognitive challenges or where the intended user's alertness is affected by medication.

Regular monitoring is recommended, particularly where the user's condition is changing.

Place Of Manufacture

Italy

Price Guide

$750 to $1700

Models

* Single: 90 x 200cm
* King Single: 105 x 200cm
* Double: 135 x 190cm
* Queen: 150 x 200cm
* King (Split): 2 x 90 x 200cm
* Super King (Split): 2 x 105 x 200cm

Options

* Head boards
* Storage drawers
* Adjustable backrest
* Range of mattresses

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.