Where to Buy the Best Physician Scale

A physician scale refers to hospital or medical scales that are used to precisely measure the patients’ weight. They often feature abilities that go above and beyond those of your typical at-home scale for personal use. But, it can be challenging to know where to look for the best physician scale that will consistently perform, has a long, useful life, and will meet the needs of your patients. 

Befour offers a variety of medical and hospital scales, some designed specifically for particular age ranges or circumstances. In this blog, we walk you through what to look for when choosing a physician scale, as well as some options for where to purchase them. 

What To Look For In A Physician Scale? 

There are a few things you should definitely consider when choosing the best physician scale for your purposes. Consider the type, capacity, the special features and abilities, and warranty options. 

Type Of Physician Scale

First, there are a few different major categories of physician scales that you might consider. There are handrail scales, wheelchair scales, column scales, portable scales, and neonatal scales, to name a few. 

Handrail scales offer the benefit of maximum stability for users. This can be particularly beneficial when working with patients who are physically unstable or otherwise impaired but still able to stand. For patients who are wheelchair bound, there are a few different types of wheelchair scales to accommodate them. These include tilt & roll scales and folding scales. 

While they do not feature a column or handrails, portable scales have the benefits of being lightweight and efficient. In some cases, portability may outweigh other factors, making these a great option. And, finally, neonatal scales are designed specifically with babies and small children in mind, meaning they include a variety of features tailored to those patients. 

Scale Capacity

While the type of scale will affect capacity, be sure that this factor is one you are always taking into consideration. A wheelchair scale will of course have a much higher weight capacity than a portable scale due to its intended use. Again, in the case of a portable scale, the benefits of a lighter scale may outweigh the benefits of a higher capacity. These are factors that must be carefully weighed based on your setting and what will be most safe for your patients. 

Special Features

Some medical scales will offer advanced features that go above and beyond, making their everyday use that much more effective and reliable. An example of such a feature is Befour’s MotionLock Technology, which allows for accurate weight readings even while the patient is in motion. 

Warranties

A very practical consideration that can have a long term impact on your return on investment is a strong warranty. A warranty can help ensure that you will get as many years out of a scale as you are hoping to, particularly if it is one that you will frequently be using and with many patients. At Befour we are able to easily honor our warranty guarantees with long-lasting scales that commonly function for up to 20 years. 

Where To Purchase Your Scale?

While there are many options for purchasing medical scales, including supply stores and a variety of online retailers, it is important to find a trustworthy source. At Befour, we pride ourselves on partnering with key medical equipment distributors in the industry who distribute Befour’s line of Professional Healthcare Scales.  Befour’s customer service team is ready to answer any questions regarding obtaining a quote or purchasing a scale, as well as putting you in touch with one of our trusted distributors.

Choose Befour For Your Physician Scale Purchase

Befour can discuss scale options, answer questions, and can also help you choose exactly the right one for your doctor’s office or other medical setting. We hope this list has helped you determine what to focus on in your initial search, but feel free to reach out to us with any questions or to inquire about purchasing one of our many industry-leading healthcare scales.