Stretcher platform bed board design: perfect integration of ergonomics

1. Uniform pressure distribution: reduce body pressure
The first consideration in the design of the stretcher platform bed board is the uniformity of pressure distribution. When the human body is lying, the pressure distribution of different parts on the bed surface is uneven, especially in the pelvis, spine, shoulders and back, which bear more weight. Traditional bed board design often ignores this point, causing patients to experience local pressure, pain and even blood circulation obstruction after lying for a long time. The modern stretcher platform bed board adopts advanced pressure distribution technology, and achieves uniform pressure distribution by optimizing the bed board structure and material. In this way, no matter how long the patient lies on the stretcher, he can feel all-round comfortable support, which effectively reduces the body pressure.

2. Careful selection of material and thickness: balance of support and softness
In addition to the uniformity of pressure distribution, the material and thickness of the bed board are also important factors that determine the comfort of the patient. The stretcher platform bed board is usually made of high-strength, corrosion-resistant and easy-to-clean materials, such as aluminum alloy, stainless steel or special synthetic materials. These materials not only have good load-bearing capacity, but also effectively resist bacterial growth, ensuring the health and safety of patients.

In terms of thickness, the design of the bed board has also been carefully considered. A too thin bed board may not provide sufficient support, causing the patient to shake or feel uncomfortable during transportation; while a too thick bed board may increase the overall weight of the stretcher, which is not conducive to the handling operation of medical staff. Therefore, the thickness of the stretcher platform bed board is usually controlled within a reasonable range that can provide sufficient support and remain light. At the same time, some high-end stretcher platforms also use a multi-layer composite material design, which achieves a perfect balance between support and softness through the superposition and combination of different materials.

3. Specific application of ergonomics in the design of stretcher platform bed boards
In actual applications, the ergonomic design of the stretcher platform bed board is reflected in many aspects. For example, the surface of the bed board is usually designed to be anti-slip and anti-pressure sore to reduce sliding and friction during the patient's transportation; the edges of the bed board are rounded to avoid scratching the patient's skin; in addition, some stretcher platforms are also equipped with adjustable mattresses or air cushions to further meet the lying needs of different patients.