The Medline Standard Trapeze Bar, 1 Count A hospital bed trapeze, also known as an overhead trapeze or a medical trapeze, is a medical patient transfer device located over the head of a hospital bed that consists of a metal hanging triangle bar secured by a strong metal base connected either directly to the bed frame or the ceiling, providing the patient something secure to grasp and lift them self up when changing positions in bed or transferring out of the bed, and into a wheelchair or mobility device. BASE, TRAPEZE, FOR MDS80615T Wall bumpers and padded mounting brackets protect bed ends and wall surfaces. Assembles without tools Optional base allows trapeze to be free standing Assisted weight capacity: 250 lbs. (113 kg) One year warranty