New Product Launch:

defining dignity for plus-size patients

For over a decade, Medstrom has transformed the rental market by providing flexible, responsive and cost-effective solutions. Our philosophy is and always will be to deliver a unique service, that is tailored to the needs of our customers and patients.

Introducing: Medstrom Select

Together, with our experience and clinical focus, we are
delighted to introduce a unique, one-stop-shop, bariatric
rental service that considers the patients and caregivers,

with financial packages to suit all budgets.

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74%

By 2030, 74% of men and 64% of women will be classified as overweight or obese in the UK.

The Guardian, May 2015
89%

By 2030, 85% of men and 89% of women will be classified as overweight or obese in Ireland.

The Guardian, May 2015
11,117

In 2019, 11,117 hospital admissions in England were directly attributed to obesity.

NHS Digital, May 2020
876,000

In 2019, 876,000 hospital admissions in England considered obesity as a key factor.

NHS Digital, May 2020

Patient Perspective

Being admitted to hospital is a stressful time for all patients. However, plus-size patients can often be left waiting for longer periods of time after admission whilst suitable equipment is sourced, greatly adding to the stress and anxiety of the patient.

These insecurities coupled with the need for different equipment, can often result in fear and a loss of dignity.
It is important from a patient’s perspective that the correct equipment in all hospital scenarios is made readily available without stigma or judgement.

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80,000

Each year, 80,000 nurses injure their backs at work.

Nursing in Practice, 2011
£400m

NHS staff who injure their backs in the course of their work, cost taxpayers over £400m a year.

Nursing in Practice, 2011
108,000

By 2030, the NHS could face a shortfall of 108,000 full-time nurses.

Nursing in Practice, 2019
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Lack of equipment standardisation can increase
the risk of human error.

Int. Journal for Quality in Healthcare, 2014

Select Packages

mobile

Able to perform daily activities, able to reposition independently without assistance, may need assistance with self-mobilisation.

partially mobile

Partially able to perform daily activities, able to reposition independently but needs assistance, needs assistance with self-mobilisation.

dependent

Needs a lot of assistance from caregivers for daily activities, able to bear weight but needs assistance with transfers.

highly dependent

Bed-bound and cannot perform daily activities, unable to independently reposition or assist with repositioning, able to be transferred without full dependence on caregivers.

critical care

In a critical care state, sedated and / or ventilated.

Having tendered for the provision of bariatric equipment for the Trust
in 2017, I am very pleased to say that our experience with Medstrom after two years has been excellent.

Their commitment and dedication to ensuring the Trust gets the best service cannot be faulted. Their focus is patient centred and comments and suggestions are encouraged to enhance and improve the service.

I would have no hesitation in recommending Medstrom for the provision of this type of medical equipment.

Andrew Leverton, Head of Medical Technical Services, Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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