Factors One Should Look At While Buying A X-Ray Table Pad Cover

X-ray pads or Medical Imaging Pads are an important part of any hospital. They help you make the imaging process comfortable for the patient all the while avoiding any injury that a normal mattress would have caused.

Here are five factors you should consider when purchasing x-ray table pad covers for your hospital –

1. Stain Resistant

   Look for a cover that has stain resistant properties. Hospital beds are often subject to spills, stains, wounds and other forms of discharges that could potentially stain the mattress. A stain resistant cover will help you prevent stains in such situations.

2. Odorless

   Hospitals are home to a lot of chemicals that do not smell good. Do you want your patient to smell everything when he or she lies down to get his or her diagnosis? Of course not, look for a table pad covers that have odour resistant properties.

3. Size

   Many table extension pads are built with specific requirements in mind. There is no generic size when it comes to table pads. Hence you should ensure that the cover you buy fits your size of extension pad comfortably.

4. Construction Materials

   X-Ray pad covers are developed from various materials like vinyl, Dartex, etc. These materials specialise in reducing pressure, resisting stains, avoiding rips and much more. You should consider the construction material of the cover before making your purchase.

5. Fastening Mechanism

   Table pad covers use various types of fastening mechanisms to keep the table pad attached to the stretcher/gurney. These include Velcro Fasteners, nylon straps, ropes, etc. Consider the method of fastening before making your purchase as it should coincide with the fastening method your stretcher /gurney uses.Table pad covers play a vital role in the imaging processes by relieving the patient of stress. The above-stated factors will help you make an educated decision when you purchase your table pad covers.