What Are Tilt Tables?

Tilt Tables support a patient from a horizontal plane (flat bed-like position). They consist of a flat platform on which the patient lies down, which can be tilted at various angles, ranging from horizontal (0 degrees) to vertical (90 degrees) or any position in between. From the horizontal position, a manual crank or electric motor is activated to slowly initiate the process of transitioning the table from a horizontal plane toward an increasingly vertical standing position. At the same time, the patient is properly secured to the table with safety positioning straps. The tilt table relies upon the use of gravity to do its work. When standing occurs, even from within a partial vertical plane position, our muscles are elongated, and physiological respiration and endurance can be improved.

Tilt table tests are commonly performed to diagnose and evaluate conditions such as orthostatic hypotension, neurally mediated syncope (fainting), vasovagal syncope, and autonomic nervous system dysfunction. These tests help healthcare professionals assess how the patient's body responds to changes in position and identify the underlying causes of symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or unexplained loss of consciousness.

How Does Medical Tilt Table Work?

Tilt Table provides an add-on feature of vertically raising and lowering the entire table from the horizontal starting position, which is useful for patient transfers and for preparing the patient for treatment.
With pneumatic hand controls or foot controls, the therapist may adjust both the vertical height and the angle of the physical therapy tilt table accordingly during the procedure, facilitating a smooth and efficient treatment session without physical strain to the healthcare professional.
The upholstery is designed to be easy to clean and hygienic.
Locking casters prevent the table from migrating during a procedure. Electric tables are designed to operate efficiently with quiet motors.
Additional features are described on each individual table.

Features of Tilt Tables

Has a footplate to support the patient’s weight and offers to position the feet while standing in a tilted position
Some tilt and lift tables are designed to tilt a few degrees below horizontal, while others go from a 90-degree angle to a completely flat 180-degree horizontal position
Powered table versions with electric motors are available to make the process smoother and less taxing on the caregiver
Most electric motors offer a soft start-up and landing, which may be less disturbing for the patient than sudden stopping or bumping

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