What is an Overbed Table?

Julie Caster
2 min readDec 9, 2021

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An overbed table (usually on wheels) is a height-adjustable table designed for those who want to work from their couches, beds, or wheelchairs. While these are common hospital bed additions, they have recently been adapted for home-usage. These tables give users a sense of independence by allowing them to complete everyday duties in the privacy of their own beds. An overbed table with wheels is also an alternative option.

What is the Purpose of an Overbed Table?

At overbed tables, you can eat, write, read, access the internet, and do a number of other things. An overbed table can be used by the patient, but it can also be used to allow patients and their families or guardians to communicate.

Overbed Table

High-Quality Overbed Table Characteristics

  • Solid, long-lasting, and stable C-shaped or U-shaped bases are available.
    There is typically 24 inches of space between the legs, allowing it to slide under chairs and into your bed.
  • The locking casters on these beds ensure that once the table is in place, it will stay in place.
  • A top that is easy to clean and has a broad surface area that tilts slightly but not sharply enough for objects to slide off.
  • A lip at the bottom of the top surface area on several models allows users to retain newspapers or books in place while the surface area is tilted.
  • Adjustable for right and left-handed users
  • An attractive design that blends in seamlessly with the bedroom’s decor.
  • Sections for storing objects that are easily accessible

Last Thoughts

Bedridden can be a pleasurable and enjoyable experience with an overbed table. They’re designed to improve your bedroom’s accessibility and differentiate between living at home and in a hospital setting. After reading these product reviews and useful tips, you now have a good place to start your search for an overbed table that fulfills all of your requirements.

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Julie Caster
Julie Caster

Written by Julie Caster

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