{"product_id":"plinth-medical-503-electric-examination-couch","title":"Plinth Medical 503E 3-Section Electric Treatment Couch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Plinth Medical Model 503 Electric 3-Section Examination Couch is a UK-manufactured examination couch designed for busy GP surgeries, outpatient departments, rehabilitation centres and other healthcare environments. Its electrically operated height adjustment and independently adjustable end sections provide flexible patient positioning for clinical examinations and treatments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a 250kg safe working load (SWL), robust construction and easy-clean antimicrobial upholstery, this examination couch is designed for regular use in professional healthcare settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectric Height Adjustment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Model 503 features electric height adjustment, allowing healthcare professionals to raise or lower the treatment surface to suit different examinations and procedures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe manufacturer's datasheet specifies an approximate height range of 47cm to 97cm for the Model 503 range. This provides a low patient transfer position and a choice of working heights for practitioners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA footswitch is available as an optional accessory for hands-free electric height operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-Section Patient Positioning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe couch features three upholstered sections, with manually adjustable backrest and foot sections at opposite ends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth sections offer an adjustment range from -20° to +85°, allowing practitioners to position patients for sitting, lying, prone and supine examinations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe adjustable foot section provides support for the lower limbs, while the backrest can be raised to accommodate examinations requiring an upright or semi-upright patient position.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNegative Positioning for Examinations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe backrest and foot section can each be adjusted to -20°, providing additional positioning flexibility for appropriate prone and supine procedures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis allows healthcare professionals to adapt the treatment surface to the requirements of different examinations without changing equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnti-entrapment gas struts are included as standard to support the adjustment mechanisms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e250kg Safe Working Load\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Plinth Medical Model 503 has a safe working load and lifting capacity of 250kg.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts strong, rigid construction is designed to provide a stable examination surface during regular clinical use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes the couch suitable for healthcare departments requiring a higher-capacity examination couch with adjustable patient positioning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntimicrobial Vinyl Upholstery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Model 503 features hardwearing antimicrobial vinyl upholstery with comfortable foam padding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe upholstery has been independently tested for effectiveness in reducing the spread of MRSA, E. coli and similar bacteria and fungi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is phthalate-free, flame retardant to CRIB 5 and has achieved a rating of 1,000,000 Martindale rubs without damage or marking to the top layer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese properties make the upholstery suitable for high-traffic clinical environments where regular cleaning and durability are important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRetractable Wheel Base and Hoist Clearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA retractable wheel base allows the couch to be repositioned around the treatment room when required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn adjustable foot helps provide stability on uneven floor surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith 13cm of clearance beneath the frame, the Model 503 also accommodates access for compatible mobile patient hoists.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for Professional Healthcare Environments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Plinth Medical Model 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