Bed Wedge Gap Guards by Medline
The Medline Bed Wedge Gap Guards provide a cushioned barrier between the patient, mattress, and bed rail. Their high-density foam construction and medical-grade vinyl covering provide a durable bedside safety solution, while the wedge design helps address spaces where a resident could slip between the mattress and rail.
The Medline Bed Wedge Gap Guards are bedside safety accessories designed to help protect residents from contact with bed rails and from slipping between the mattress and rail. They are made from high-density foam with a medical-grade vinyl cover and are designed to assist healthcare workers with patient positioning during treatment. Medline’s product literature identifies the guards as fire retardant, while current distributor specifications also identify the products as antimicrobial and latex-free.
Medline Bed Half Rail Guard Wedge Features
Helps Reduce Bed-Rail Gaps
The wedge-shaped guard is designed to occupy the space between a mattress and bed rail, helping protect residents from slipping between the rail and mattress. It also provides a cushioned surface between the resident and the rail. High-Density Foam Construction
The interior is made from high-density foam, providing a firm structure while cushioning the contact area around the bed rail. Medical-Grade Vinyl Cover
The exterior uses a medical-grade vinyl cover designed for healthcare applications. The vinyl construction provides a durable surface suitable for routine clinical use and cleaning. Fire Retardant
Medline identifies the Bed Wedge Gap Guards as fire retardant, an important characteristic for products used around beds in healthcare environments.Antimicrobial
This is an added material property of the product and should not be interpreted as protection against infection or disease.Patient Positioning Support
In addition to its gap-guard function, Medline describes the product as helping healthcare workers position residents for treatment.
Medline Bed Full Rail Guard Wedge Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Brand | Medline |
| Product Name | Bed Wedge Gap Guards |
| Product Type | Bed Rail / Mattress Gap Guard |
| Construction | High-density foam |
| Cover | Medical-grade vinyl |
| Color | Gray |
| Primary Function | Helps protect against contact with bed rails and mattress/rail gaps |
| Additional Function | Helps healthcare workers position residents for treatment |
| Fire Retardant | Yes |
| Antimicrobial | Yes |
| Latex Free | Yes |
