Stretcher seat section articulation mechanisms and methods

摘要

Articulation systems and methods of use for a person support apparatus are disclosed. A head support section of a person support apparatus is configured to translate as its inclination with respect to a horizontal surface varies. The inclination of a seat support section is configured to vary as the inclination of the head support section changes with respect to a horizontal surface. Weight acting the seat support section assists in variation of inclination of the head support section.

主权项

1. An articulation system for use on a person support apparatus comprising:
a frame; a first deck section supported on the frame, the first deck section being translatably and pivotably movable with respect to the frame such that as the angle of inclination of the first deck section relative to the frame increases, the first deck section translates toward a head end of the person support apparatus; and a second deck section configured to support a portion of a person thereon, and wherein at least a component of weight acting on the second deck section is transmitted to the first deck section thereby assisting the movement of the first deck section.