Adjustable bed rail
US7028353B2 · kind B2 · utility
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29Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 14, 2004 |
| Grant date | Apr 18, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 1, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61G7/0518
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An adjustable bed rail capable of gripping a mattress either alone or together with a bedspring to hold the protective side rail in place. A locking assembly is adjustable to adjust for the height of the mattress either alone or together with the bedspring. Friction pads and/or friction surfaces may be mounted along the bed rail to further enhance the locking of the side rail to the mattress. The bed rail may be provided with a rail that drops down to facilitate climbing on to or off of the bed and can be locked into the upright position.
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