Bed Sticks, Poles and Rails Position Statement | September 2020

Position Statement: Bed Sticks, Poles and Rails (2020)

Published: Thursday 21 November 2024

The Bed Sticks, Poles and Rails Position Statement informs services of the requirement for occupational therapist involvement in the prescription of bed sticks/poles and rails and aims to assist occupational therapists in understanding and mitigating risks associated with bed stick/pole and rail use.

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