Physical Therapy Mat Tables - Adjustable Mat Platform Tables & Fixed Height Mat Platform Tables

Also known as a mat platform table, a mat table is a raised platform that physical therapists use to provide assessments, diagnoses, and treatments for ambulatory and non-ambulatory patients. Physical therapists rely on the strength and solidness of a mat platform table to provide a stable and safe surface to deliver treatment. This need is why physical therapy mat tables have a wider surface and lower profile than massage tables and other treatment tables. Mat tables have wood, metal tubing, or laminate construction combined with extra width for added support. Also, these mat tables have two-inch foam mats covered in fabric or vinyl, making it easier for patients to transition from mobility devices to the mat table.

Physical therapists use mat tables for physical therapy treatments, such as therapeutic exercise, joint adjustment, hot and cold packs, deep tissue massage, and myofascial treatments. Mat platform tables also help prevent injuries to physical therapy staff by allowing them to guide their patients through a series of body weight exercises without the risk of falling off. As a result, you can sufficiently help the patient recover from surgeries, relieve pain, improve arthritic conditions, and provide therapy for neuromuscular conditions like ALS. In addition, since mat platform tables are adaptable to many treatment types, they are suitable for use in hospitals, athletic training facilities, physical rehabilitative centers, private clinics, chiropractic offices, schools, and other medical facilities.

Mat platform tables come in two types: stationary (static) and power-adjustable. Also labeled as a Hi-Lo Mat Platform, a power-adjustable table like the Hausmann Powermatic Mat Platform Table provides maximum stability, maneuverability, and workspace for a physical therapist. In addition, the high-low electric high adjuster is handy for working with larger patients and transferring infirm patients on and off the table. It also allows physical therapists to make effortless adjustments without exposing them to injury.

The standard mat platform table can support a patient weighing up to 600 lbs. However, electric bariatric mat platform tables can hold patients weighing over 600 lbs. Some bariatric mat platform tables can hold as much as 1,000 lbs. For example, the Armedica Hi-Lo Platform’s all-steel frame construction allows it to lift as much as 900 lbs. with the power from a 120-volt, 60 Hz motor.

Mat platform tables for physical therapy typically come in sizes of 4’x 7’, 5’x7’, and 6’x8’. Since physical therapists use mat tables to exercise patients of all sizes, the table sizes are larger than other treatment tables. Most mat platform table makers offer their tables in one size. However, some manufacturers offer their tables in several size options. For example, Hausmann offers an Electric Bariatric Mat Platform Table in all three standard sizes plus a 4’x7’ version. Each size version can hold up to 750 lbs. and can adjust from wheelchair height to 30” high.

Several mat platform table makers offer portable mat tables in the market. Portable versions like the Oakworks Portable & Storable Physical Therapy Mat Tables are lightweight and easily transportable, making them ideal for if you make home visits or work in treatment areas with limited space. If you need a portable mat platform table that’s super convenient to transport and store, foldable models are also available for purchase.

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