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footboard, a board or open box placed at the end of a patient's bed and at a level above the top of the mattress to prevent the weight of the top sheet and blankets from resting on the feet. It is situated so that the soles of the feet are positioned firmly against the board with the legs at right angles to it. Its purposes are to help the bedridden patient retain normal posture and prevent footdrop. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Bruley: The term encompasses the bed frame and its components, including the mattress, bed siderails, head-and footboards, and any accessories added to the bed. Headboards, footboards, and side rails can be unsafe, especially if a baby is left alone in bed with these trappings. The new quad also offers a step-up passenger seat, complete with built-in pivoting backrest, handholds and raised footboards to help the passenger better anticipate and respond to changing riding conditions. |
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