Abstract: A tray may be temporarily attached to a supporting frame, such as a bed frame rail, to provide a support surface that enables the placement of various desired personal accessories in close proximity to persons enjoying limited mobility. A side support member is attached to an edge of the tray, and extends perpendicularly above and below the support surface of the tray. The upper portion of the side support is formed into a retaining hook, of a size permitting it to be received upon a circular bed support railing. The lower portion of the side support rests against a lower support railing. In this manner the lower side support resists the tendency of the retaining hook to rotate about the upper bed frame railing as accessories are placed upon the outwardly-extending support surface.

Abstract: A foldable monitor bedrail mount comprising a pair of U-shaped brackets pivotally connected on one end to a surface of the monitor and pivotally connected on the opposite end to a connecting rod. The U-shaped brackets pivot relative to the monitor and connecting rod between an open position, in which the monitor may be mounted on a bed rail, and a folded position, in which the mount assembly lies compactly against the rear surface of the monitor.

Abstract: A moveable pedicure table for combination with a reclining facial bed as provided having a table frame with side portions and a central open portion. Legs extend downward from the frame and rollers are attached to the legs for movement along a horizontal ground or floor surface. Projections extend inward into the central open area from the sides of the table frame. The projections are constructed for supporting a pedicure basin at a predetermined height. A connector mechanism is attached to the table frame for detachable engagement with a facial bed.

Abstract: An enclosure bed apparatus including a bed having a mattress supported on a bed frame, and wheels rotatably supported at a bottom thereof so as to rollably support the mattress on a floor, an enclosure frame extending over the mattress and having a lower portion affixed to the bed frame such that a bottom of the legs is supported a distance above the floor, and an enclosure affixed to the enclosure frame so as to extend over and around the mattress. A clamp is used so as to connect the lower portion of the enclosure frame to the bed frame. The enclosure has a top and a plurality of side walls and a bottom. The bottom of the enclosure is interposed between the mattress and the bed frame. The top of the enclosure extends over and around the upper structure of the enclosure frame.

Abstract: A self contained manually portable intensive care unit for adults has a housing with a first minor compartment holding medical equipment at one end and a second minor compartment holding medical equipment at an opposite end, medical equipment is located between the minor compartments in predetermined positions to provide a generally balanced assembly. Oxygen storage bottles are retained on one side of a longitudinal medial region while other equipment are retained on the other side of the longitudinal medial region.

Abstract: A convertible medical appliance support apparatus includes a box-shaped hollow main body portion A suspended from overhead by a support apparatus B. A horizontal support table C extends forward from the front face of the vertical main body column to form a platform for supporting associated medical equipment. Multiple gas connections D are provided the main body portion together with a manual handle E near the bottom of the main column on a side of the column opposite from the support table to provide a convenient point to grip and move the body column into a desired position. Manually actuatable controls are provided at the handle, including brake release pushbuttons I and a motorized height adjustment toggle switch J. Multiple electrical connections F are included on the main body together with optional shelves G selectively attachable below the main platform.

Abstract: A cot includes a base, a pair of side walls and a pair of end walls extending above the base. A transverse wall is detachably secured across the cot above the base between the side walls at a position partway along the length of the cot and serves to reduce the effective length of the cot.

Abstract: A bed includes a base frame, a bed deck above the base frame, and an intermediate frame carrying the bed deck. The intermediate frame is mounted to the base frame for movement relative to the base frame between a raised position spaced apart above the base frame and a lowered position below the raised position. The bed also includes a side rail mounted to the intermediate frame and extending generally upwardly therefrom to a top of the side rail, a drive assembly coupling the intermediate frame to the base frame, and control buttons mounted on the side rail and coupled to the drive assembly so that activation of the control buttons activates the drive assembly. The drive assembly moves the intermediate frame between the raised position and the lowered position when the drive assembly is activated. The control buttons include resident control buttons facing toward the bed deck and caregiver control buttons facing away from the bed deck.

Abstract: A deflector for attachment to a vertically adjustable hospital bed so that when the bed is raised or lowered the deflector engages equipment that is attached to the wall and moves the bed frame away from the equipment to prevent damage thereto. The deflector comprises a vertically oriented member having a pair of surfaces that form a predetermined angle with one another so that one surface engages the equipment as the bed is raised and the other surface engages the equipment as the bed is lowered.

Abstract: A system for transporting an ill or injured patient includes a stretcher in combination with a plurality of medical care modules that respectively include medical devices such as an infusion pump, an oxygen supply device, a defibrillator, an EKG unit, or the like, and medical and first aid supplies such as bandages, splints, IV supplies, drugs, medical instruments, and the like. The stretcher includes a frame and a patient support surface, as well as module bays provided under the frame or a module carrier removably mounted on the frame. The several medical care modules each have the same dimensions and configuration so that they are modularly interchangeable to be received in any one of the module bays or on the module carrier. When the medical care modules are slidingly pushed into the module bays, electrical contacts are engaged to connect the modules with an electrical power supply and a data transfer bus, through the stretcher.

Abstract: An accessory for use with a bed or cot having a frame is described. The accessory has a first upright member joined to a first corner of the frame, a second upright member joined to a second corner of the frame, and a variable length cross member connected to the first and second upright members to form a stable, substantially U-shaped structure therewith. Each of the upright members is also connected to a respective leg member of the bed or cot to provide improved stability for the accessory. Further, each upright member has a plurality of hooks for allowing a user to hang clothes, equipment, and other personal items. The cross member is provided with apertures at its ends for receiving the tip portions of the upright members and for allowing the tip portions to extend above the cross member.

Abstract: An elongated guide member is supported by a support system over a bed. The guide member has an elongated cavity with a slot formed in its lower wall leading to the cavity. The slot has a plurality of spaced apart enlarged openings along its length. A plunger is provided which has a first portion located in the cavity and a second portion extending through the slot for movement along the length of the cavity and slot. Biasing means is provided for normally urging the first portion of the plunger toward the upper side of the cavity to normally maintain the first portion of the plunger in the cavity.

Abstract: An arm rest adapted for use with a lounge chair, in which the arm rest comprises a five-sided tubular frame; a covering material which connects with each side of the tubular frame; an adjustable support for the arm rest; and means for connecting the arm rest to the lounge chair.

Abstract: A bed extension device for use with a conventional bed having a mattress and box springs includes a head support element having a generally planar top portion and a side portion, wherein the top portion includes a hole therein and wherein the side portion is joined to the top portion at a substantially right angle; an insert element having a horizontal portion for insertion between the mattress and the box springs and a vertical portion extending at a substantially right angle therefrom; and a fastener for securing the side portion of the head support element to the vertical portion of the insert element to provide a desired alignment between the upper surface of the mattress and the top portion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a storage device or organizer for use with a cot/bed or some other support structure. The organizer has a main body formed from a flexible material and includes a pouch for storing an elongated article such as a fishing rod and reel or a rifle with a scope. It also includes a variety of pockets for storing personal items, a holder for a container such as a beverage container, an eyeglass holder, a flashlight holder and/or a pen holder. The organizer further includes a shelf. A plurality of straps may be provided for securing the organizer to the frame of a bed/cot or another support structure.

Abstract: A hospital bed has a base with casters, a main frame mounted above the base, a patient support platform movably mounted on the main frame including a leg panel, and a toilet module disposed beneath the patient support platform and normally concealed by the leg panel. The platform moves toward a head end of the bed retracting the leg panel from over the toilet module exposing the toilet module for use. The leg panel pivots downwardly after exposing the toilet module, and a head panel pivots upwardly to configure the hospital bed into a chair position. Bolsters are located outboard of each lateral edge of the leg panel and provide side support to a patient moving from the platform to the toilet module and back. A pair of pivoting footboard halves or foot gates are operably mounted to the platform and retract with the platform to between the foot and head end casters. Downward forces applied to the foot gates when utilized as hand rails are applied intermediate the foot and head end casters.

Abstract: A new toy attachment for child's playpen for attaching to a playpen to provide entertainment for a child. The inventive device includes a pair of side rails securable to an upper end of the opposed side walls of the playpen. Forward and rearward sections each have a pair of horizontal narrow rods secured therein. The narrow rods each have a plurality of beads and blocks slidably disposed thereon. A back rail extends between the back bars of the pair of side rails. The back rail is securable to an upper end of the rear wall of the playpen.

Abstract: Supportive structure to be attached to a ceiling of a hospital room for supporting hospital equipment. The supporting structure comprises beams attached to the ceiling and forming a rectangular space. Inside the space, there are non-interchangeable gas connectors attached to a gas supply of the hospital and a gas-tight electric box comprising terminals connected to the electric supply of the hospital. The equipment is mounted on support plates, which in turn are supported by support profiles attached to beams. The equipment is connected to the non-interchangeable gas connectors inside the space. Gas-tight hoses are provided between the electric box and the equipment for enclosing the electric wires between the terminals of the electric box and the equipment. In this way separate gas-tight passages are provided for the electric wires, avoiding hazard risks.

Abstract: A rake for moving an air bubble entrapped between the surface of the water in and the underside of the top of a waterbed mattress to a vent through the top of the mattress is provided consisting of an elongated member and a handle. The elongated member has a lower surface lying in substantially a single plane and spaced apart beginning and end points. A straight line connecting the beginning and end points defines a geometric area for surrounding the bubble. The handle has one end connected to the member and another end extending above the plane defined by the lower surface of the member. The handle is used for manually urging the member downwardly against an upper side of the top of the mattress to trap the bubble within the geometric area. The handle is also used for guiding the geometric area with the bubble trapped therein into communication with the vent so that the air can be released to the atmosphere.

Abstract: A mobile support unit such as an IV stand or the like coupled to a mobile hospital bed, gurney or wheelchair by a latch mechanism which provides hands free operation thereby avoiding the need for a nurse or care provider to manually manipulate the latch to secure the units together for tandem transport. Further, the latch mechanism according to this invention includes a clutch which prevents relative movement of the IV stand or support unit with respect to the hospital bed during transport up to a specific adjustable torque level thereby avoiding the problem of the IV stand or support unit swinging freely relative to the bed during movement. Further, the clutch permits movement of the IV stand or support unit through an arc relative to the bed when a specified force is applied as required by the nurse or care provider to reposition the stand or support unit relative to the bed and provide increased access to the patient or the like.

Abstract: An lifting apparatus for elevating a selected end portion (e.g., head or foot) of a bed frame is fully removable from the bed frame so that it can be added quickly to either end of the bed frame or to a different bed frame. This is accomplished by providing a single removable connection between the feet of the bed frame and receptacles at opposed end portions of a support beam. The support beam member has opposed ends with the receptacles and an elevated portion with an underside that receives extendable portions of a pair of screw jacks. A reversible motor drive and an interface are provided so that rotation of the single motor drive in a selected direction operates both jacks to simultaneously move the beam member and the bed frame between minimum and maximum elevational positions. The user is provided with a control that operates the motor drive, the control having "up", "down" and "stop" control positions. An electrical cable interfaces the control with the motor drive.

Abstract: A system of padded covers that are attached to adjustable split bed rails, and which are pivotally engageable so that the bed rails may be adjusted with a bed without having to remove or reposition the bed rail covers. The bed rail cover system includes a pair of upper covers, which are mirror images of each other, so that they fit on the upper bed rails adjacent the head of the bed on both sides, as well as another mirror image pair of lower covers fitted over lower bed rails adjacent the foot of the bed on both sides. Each upper cover includes two sides having an upper end and a lower end. The upper end refers to the portion of the cover toward the head of the bed, and the lower end refers to the portion of the cover toward the foot of the bed. The lower covers each include a pair of longitudinal sides that form a slot therebetween, at an upper end. The lower end of the upper cover slides into the slot formed between the longitudinal sides of the lower cover.

Abstract: An apparatus, adapted to be attached to a crib having a mattress, includes includes a frame configured to receive and hold an object while allowing the object to be seen, fasteners connected to the frame and adapted to releasably secure the frame to the crib above the mattress, and a depending member connected to the frame and having a length sufficient to extend underneath the mattress from the frame when the frame is secured to the crib by the fasteners.

Abstract: A removable accessory for use with a surgical table top having a generally planar top surface for supporting a patient. The accessory may be in the form of a detachable siderail which may be clamped onto the side edge of a surgical table top. The removable accessory includes an elongated clamp body defined by a C-shaped channel member having top and bottom legs connected by a connector portion. A clamp bar is supported on the bottom leg and is moved into engagement with a bottom surface of the surgical table top to thereby cause the accessory to be clamped to the table top. The table top is provided with a ridge along an upper edge thereof for positioning within a recess in the top leg of the clamp body for preventing the accessory from slipping off the edge of the table top.

Abstract: A section of a bed has a mattress support grid comprising a plurality of intersecting wire segments. The intersecting were segments define an opening. A handle is engageable with the opening.

Abstract: An umbilicus system includes a mobile medical unit and interior and exterior treatment platforms connected to the mobile medical unit with respective umbilici that include bundles of lines for conveying medical and electrical utilities from the mobile medical unit to the treatment platforms. The umbilici are supported within the treatment platforms on trays that have openings for extending free ends of the umbilici from either end of the treatment platforms. The utilities conveyed by the umbilici are made available from medical action boards located at a front end of the treatment platforms.

Abstract: A system for securing a wheeled pole, such as an IV pole, to an adjustable height mobile bed to form a movable assembly. The system includes a linkage element with first and second mounting blocks effective to secure the linkage element to an intermediate frame portion of the bed. An elastomeric member is extendable from the linkage element for engagement with a plurality of engagement members disposed on opposite sides of a channel formed in the linkage element. The elastomeric member effectively secures the IV pole in the channel for transport of the IV pole/bed assembly.

Abstract: A device for assisting individuals when sitting or standing relative to an article of furniture wherein the device includes a lightweight frame having a pair of handgrasp rails connected to a base having a first portion which is adapted to extend forwardly of an article of furniture and a second portion which is adapted to extend beneath the article of furniture. The device is stabilized by members which abut the front of a chair as the individual's weight shifts to or from the device as the individual stands or sits.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a mattress retention bracket for an adjustable bed to prevent an associated mattress from sliding laterally thereon. The mattress retention bracket in a preferred embodiment of the invention is a generally U-shaped member defined by a bight portion and a pair of legs with each leg having first and second end portions normally offset from each other. Terminal ends of the legs are secured to an underside of a mattress supporting member and first end portions and a bight portion of the U-shaped member lie contiguous peripheral edges of the mattress supporting member and the mattress to prevent relative shifting therebetween as a user/patient ingresses or egresses the bed. In lieu of the latter, another mattress retention bracket is substantially of a T-shaped configuration defined by an arm and a depending leg with the leg having first and second end portions defining an angle generally normal therebetween.

Abstract: A CPR backboard is provided with a pair of straps disposed on opposite ends of the backboard, the straps being attached to hooks attachable to a bed frame. The straps are provided with adjustable self-locking buckles. In use, a mattress is placed between the backboard and a bed frame with the opposed hooks hooking opposite sides of the bed frame with the mattress disposed therebetween. The straps are adjustable to compress the mattress between the backboard and the bed frame with the self-locking buckle maintaining the straps at a preselected compressing position thereby providing for a firm surface on which chest compressions can be performed upon a patient.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided to permit upgrading of a hospital room from a general care room to a critical care room and to facilitate transport of a critical care patient on a hospital bed.

Abstract: An air-conditioned bed hood for a baby, which is connected with an air cleaner having a heater and a humidifier for inputting clean air of constant temperature and moisture, and has the function of air-pressure sealing to provide the lying baby with a comfortable environment and avoid diseases caused by smoke, dust, pollen, etc. Moreover, when the connected power is shut down accidentally, the air-pressure seal of the bed hood will be released automatically so that the lying baby will not be asphyxiated due to lack of fresh air.

Abstract: A leg fitting, preferably for a wall folding bed, includes an angle-shaped member with first and second arms, wherein the first arm is mounted in a support member such that the angle-shaped member can be pulled out and turned, and wherein the second free arm forms a standing leg when the angle-shaped member has been pulled out and turned. The leg fitting is provided with a forced guide device at least for the pulling out movement of the angle-shaped member. The forced guide device ensures that the angle-shaped member can only be turned into its standing leg position once the free arm of the angle-shaped member can be turned into this position without damaging other components.

Abstract: A fabrication assembly (10, 18, 24, 30, 38, 44, etc.) for the manufacture of prosthetic and orthotic devices allows various components of these devices to be aligned on a common mast with respect to height, distance, flexion/extension, abduction/adduction and rotation alignment criteria, and each of these criteria can be adjusted apart from the other criteria. There are planar translation components (62, 62') that permit true planar, medial-lateral movement relative to a mast (10) without imposing rotation or angular deflection to a component mounted thereon. Accordingly, the assembly of a prosthetic or orthotic device according to physiological alignment criteria is an efficient step-by-step process, whereas prior art devices required that at least two criteria be adjusted and checked simultaneously. Among the features of the fabricating system are an angular/rotational fixture (38) that allows for separate settings of angular and rotational orientations for a given component.

Abstract: A stretcher style mobile intensive care unit including an elongated hollow housing having an upper patient support table. The housing being adapted to hold at a location below the support table, a range of medical equipment. The range of medical equipment being customarily required for emergency care. The unit has four handles so that it is able to be carried like a stretcher.

Abstract: A lockable gun safety storage device having a rigid mounting member adapted to be fixedly attached to an item, a mount positioned on the mounting member, the mount adapted to hold a receptacle, said receptacle being sized to receive a firearm therein, the receptacle having a muzzle end and a handle end, the handle end being open, a shield positioned on the mounting member, the shield and the mount being moveable with respect to each other, and a lock to fix the relative position of the mount with respect to the mounting member so that when locked and a receptacle present in the device, removal of a firearm positioned in the receptacle is prevented.

Abstract: A furnishing to cover and substantially conceal the underside of a top bunk bed comprises a generally rectangular frame and a sheet affixed to the frame. The interchangeable sheet has sleeved borders with slits in the corners for the insertion of side-support members, end-support members, and corner joints of the rectangular frame. The sheet may be embellished with artwork, characters or designs, and may have apertures to accommodate mechanisms for hanging or attaching the frame and sheet to the underside of the top bunk bed.

Abstract: A mobile support unit such as an IV stand or the like coupled to a mobile hospital bed, gurney or wheelchair by a latch mechanism which provides hands free operation thereby avoiding the need for a nurse or care provider to manually manipulate the latch to secure the units together for tandem transport. Further, the latch mechanism according to this invention includes a clutch which prevents relative movement of the IV stand or support unit with respect to the hospital bed during transport up to a specific adjustable torque level thereby avoiding the problem of the IV stand or support unit swinging freely relative to the bed during movement. Further, the clutch permits movement of the IV stand or support unit through an arc relative to the bed when a specified force is applied as required by the nurse or care provider to reposition the IV stand or support unit relative to the bed and provide increased access to the patient or the like.

Abstract: A bed warmer apparatus including box-like housing member that has a pair of elongated side walls with a pair of short side walls therebetween. The pair of elongated side walls and the pair of short side walls are interconnected to a top wall. The top wall has a cylindrical coupler extending therefrom and defining an opening in the top wall. The housing member is sized for positioning around an air vent and receiving air therein to pass through the cylindrical coupler. Also, a fluted nozzle with a first end and a second end is provided. Lastly, an elongated flexible hose is included and has a first hose end coupled with the coupler and a second hose end coupled with the first end of the fluted nozzle.

Abstract: A hammock cover including a flexible elongated major portion having a first transverse edge and a second transverse edge and configured to releasably attach to a conventional hammock for covering a body portion of the hammock, a first flexible minor portion configured to releasably attach to a first line portion of the hammock and to substantially overlap the first transverse edge of the major portion for covering the first line portion of the hammock, and a second flexible minor portion configured to releasably attach to a second line portion of the hammock and to substantially overlap the second transverse edge of the major portion for covering the second line portion of the hammock.

Abstract: A mounting structure (10) for facilitating the mounting of a medical device (20) to a support member (22). The medical device (20) includes a plate (28) having a downward facing device coupler (33). A connector (26) has a clamp (27) which is used to attach the connector (26) to the support member (22). The connector (26) further has an upward facing support coupler (34). The medical device (20) is initially hung from the connector (26) by engaging the device coupler (33) with the support coupler (34). In that partially coupled position, the medical device is stably supported on the support member but may be lifted therefrom. In addition, a latch (46) may be used to clamp the couplers (33, 34) together, thereby fully coupling the medical device (20) to the connector (26). With the latch (46) engaged, the medical device (20) is firmly engaged onto the connector (26).

Abstract: An improved storage system for a juvenile playyard is disclosed. The system generally includes a playyard structure for a child and a carrying case. In the folded position, the playyard structure is disposed within the carrying case. The carrying case, or bag, has several pockets which may be used for the convenient storage of other items. The pockets are easily accessible when the playyard is folded and stored within the carrying case. The carrying case may be opened into a substantially flat configuration and attached to an unfolded or open playyard with the pockets exposed to the user and remaining easily accessible. The end flaps of the carrying case are partially removable to facilitate the opening to a substantially flat configuration.

Abstract: A device for sanitary treating a sleeping mattress and more particularly a spring mattress and including an internal free volume (18) delimited by upper (12) and lower (14) faces and by a peripheral lateral strip (16). The springs (20) are disposed in the free volume. Ventilation structure is fitted with lateral strips. An injection device (24) injects a treatment gas (25) in the form of a powder or gas contained in a receptacle (26) with a propulsion device (28) of a treatment agent and an injection head (30).

Abstract: An accessory has a fixed member and a rotatably supported and eccentrically mounted disk which are each inserted into a corresponding one of a pair of crescent-shaped indentations formed on a panel of a couch top. As the disk is rotated, its center moves towards the fixed member, causing the disk to press against the inner wall of the indentation and locking the accessory to the panel securely and repeatably.

Abstract: A bed access assistance apparatus and method for aiding individuals with less than full mobility in getting into and out of a bed. The apparatus and method are represented by a single unit that slips between the mattress and mattress support, such as a box spring, with a vertical hand grip that resides adjacent to the mattress on the preferred side of access. The apparatus and method do not rely on fastening to the bed frame and thus form an independent, portable unit.

Abstract: A bedding accessory including a scented fabric strip is disclosed for removable attachment to bedding having a top surface and a lower surface such as a mattress, futon, pad, and the like. A flexible, generally rectangular sheet is formed of a smooth, soft, thin, sturdy and rip and tear resistant material, such as an airlaid non-woven fabric, and is charged with a scented material. A plurality of attachment strips with self-sticking adhesive disposed on opposing surfaces are mounted to the sheet, whereby the sheet may be disposed across the top surface and removably mounted to the lower surface.

Abstract: The present invention is an improved portable litter for the transportation of a patient from the field to a hospital. The litter has devices for monitoring and responding to the condition of the patient, including blood pressure, temperature, blood oxygen, heart rate, and mass. At least one device for assisting the patient's breathing and for stabilizing the heart are provided with the litter. The litter can be folded to reduce its length and provide for ready maneuverability in constricted quarters. Electronic equipment provided with the litter includes an electronic central processing unit and a visual display to permit emergency personnel to maintain a close watch on the patient's condition, and for real-time communication with hospital personnel. The litter has provisions for connection with external air and electrical power, and has lights for operation under conditions of reduced illumination.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a mattress retention bracket for an adjustable bed to prevent an associated mattress from sliding laterally thereon. The mattress retention bracket in a preferred embodiment of the invention is a generally U-shaped member defined by a bight portion and a pair of legs with each leg having first and second end portions normally offset from each other. Terminal ends of the legs are secured to an underside of a mattress supporting member and first end portions and a bight portion of the U-shaped member lie contiguous peripheral edges of the mattress supporting member and the mattress to prevent relative shifting therebetween as a user/patient ingresses or egresses the bed. In lieu of the latter, another mattress retention bracket is substantially of a T-shaped configuration defined by an arm and a depending leg with the leg having first and second end portions defining an angle generally normal therebetween.

Abstract: A chair bed for supporting a person is provided, the chair bed having a head end, afoot end, and opposing sides. The chair bed includes a frame and a deck supported on the frame. The deck includes head, seat, and foot sections. A mattress is mounted on the deck and has an upwardly-facing patient surface. The mattress also has head, seat, and foot portions corresponding, respectively, to the head, seat, and foot sections of the deck. The head section of the deck and the mattress portion thereon is pivotable from a generally horizontal down position through various positions upwardly to a back-support position. A pair of side rails is mounted on each side of the chair bed. Each pair of side rails includes a body section side rail mounted to move with the deck seat section and extending laterally adjacent the deck head and seat sections and a head section side rail mounted to move with the deck head section relative to the body section side rail and extending adjacent only the deck head section.

Abstract: The mattress joining apparatus comprises a seam protector sized to extend the length of a mattress, and to extend over opposing ends of the mattress. A first mattress strap is secured to one end of the seam protector and a second mattress strap is secured to the opposite end of the seam protector. The first and second mattress straps are each sized to extend across the width of the first and second ends of the adjacent mattresses, and to extend at least halfway along the length of the first and second adjacent mattresses. A first releasable securement means is provided to secure one end of the first mattress strap with one end of the second mattress strap. A second releasable securement means is provided to secure the opposite end of the first mattress strap with the opposite end of the second mattress strap.