Semi Fowler Hospital Bed

The Semi-Fowler's position is a position in which a patient, typically in a hospital or nursing home in positioned on their back with the head and trunk raised to between 15 and 45 degrees, although 30 degrees is the most frequently used bed angle.NET Fowler beds are ergonomically designed, four section perforated beds utilized for knee rest and backrest functions. The beds, operated using cranks or motors, utilize either simultaneous, central or individual braking system.The semi-Fowler position, defined as a body position at 30° head-of-bed elevation, has been shown to be beneficial in increasing -abdominal pressure [6]. However, little is known regarding its advantages when it comes to reducing shoulder pain after LS.