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Side tables & bed tables


A height-adjustable side table is perhaps the most frequently used aid in everyday care: eating in bed, reading in an armchair, writing in a wheelchair, and providing storage for medication and care supplies. NORDIC care tables are height-adjustable from 68 to 108 cm, tiltable, and mobile – most models are eligible for reimbursement under HMV number 50.45.04.0010. Made in Europe, CE certified, 5-year warranty.



✓ With HMV number – eligible for reimbursement by health insurance
✓ Height adjustable 68–108 cm
✓ Tiltable tabletop
✓ 100% Made in Europe
✓ 5-year warranty

Side table, bed table or nursing table – what is the actual difference?

In the care sector, several terms are used for the same product – this is not a manufacturer design choice, but purely terminological tradition. The only thing that matters is which function the product serves in everyday use:

Side table

General term – stands next to the bed, armchair or wheelchair. Height-adjustable, mobile, often with castors.

Bed table / overbed table

Pushed under the bed with the U- or C-base so that the tabletop extends directly over the person lying down – ideal for eating or reading in bed.

Nursing table / patient table

Same product type – terms from clinic and care environments. Reinforced construction, often with side shelf for professional use.

Application areas in daily care and clinical use

Eating & drinking in bed or armchair: The tiltable top holds plates and drinks stable; the fixed side shelf additionally carries drinks or cutlery.
Reading, writing, tablet use: Tilted tabletop ensures an ergonomic, back-friendly posture – particularly important for long-term bedrest.
Care utensils within reach: Medications, care items, glasses, call bell – the side shelf takes on the function of a bedside table and relieves the main top.
Clinic & rehab: Tray for meals at the patient bed, work surface for wound care, storage during rounds.
Home care: Makes care easier for relatives and restores the patient's independence – beech finish blends discreetly into the living room.

What distinguishes these tables

1

Continuous height adjustment from 68 to 108 cm

Covers every sitting and lying position – from the low sofa via the nursing bed to the standing workstation. Adjustment is tool-free in seconds.

2

Tiltable main top

Tilted continuously – ideal for reading, writing and tablet use. With a retaining strip to prevent books and devices from sliding.

3

Four lockable smooth-running castors

The table can be moved with minimal effort – even by the patients themselves. With the brake engaged, it stands rock-solid at the point of use.

4

Fixed side shelf (optional)

An additional small shelf at a fixed height – for drink, book, glasses, call bell. This means the table also takes on the function of a bedside table.

5

Beech decor or white

Beech decor blends harmoniously into home environments, white is the standard choice for clinics, rehab and nursing homes. Both surfaces are wipe-disinfectable.

Our models at a glance

All models are height-adjustable from 68–108 cm, tiltable and equipped with lockable castors. The entire range is CE-marked as Class I medical devices:

ModelVariantSurfaceSide shelf
NORDIC Beech (1-2501-0)StandardBeech decor
NORDIC Beech w. side shelf (1-2501)StandardBeech decor
NORDIC White w. side shelf (1-2501-V)StandardWhite
NORDIC LARGE Beech (1-2503)LARGE (large top)Beech decor
NORDIC LARGE White (1-2503-V)LARGE (large top)White

What buyers should consider when selecting

Top size: Standard is sufficient for most applications, LARGE is recommended for combined use (meal + book + tablet) and for professional care.
With or without side shelf: The side shelf noticeably increases the practical value and is particularly recommended in professional care. Practically always the better choice in daily care.
Beech or white: Beech decor for home care and apartments with classic furnishings, white as the standard for clinics, rehab and care facilities.
Check undercarriage clearance: The U-/C-base must fit under the bed or armchair frame. Before purchase, check the free height from the floor – usually 11–13 cm.
CE certification: The entire range is CE-marked according to the EU Medical Device Regulation as Class I medical devices – quality-assured for professional use in healthcare.
Hygiene: Powder-coated steel undercarriages and sealed top surfaces are wipe-disinfectable – a prerequisite for use in clinics and nursing homes.

Quality made for professional use

All side and bed tables are Class I medical devices, CE-certified and 100 % manufactured in Europe. Powder-coated steel undercarriages, sealed tabletops and smooth-running castors with brakes are designed for years of continuous use in care facilities. We grant 5 years of warranty on every product, deliver stock items usually within 2–4 working days from our German central warehouse and maintain the supply flow through a reliable spare parts service.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a side table and a bed table?

Technically there is no difference – it is the same product. The name depends on the place of use: "bed table" or "overbed table" for use at the bed, "side table" for the armchair or wheelchair, "nursing table" or "patient table" in the clinical and care context.

Are the tables certified medical devices?

Yes, the entire range is CE-marked according to the EU Medical Device Regulation as Class I medical devices. They are specifically designed for daily use in clinics, nursing homes and rehabilitation facilities. Via your dealer account, you can see your conditions.

Do I really need the side shelf?

Practically always yes in daily care – it takes on the function of a bedside table and keeps medications, drinks and care items within reach, while the main top remains free for meals or reading.

When do I choose the LARGE variant?

When the tabletop must serve multiple purposes simultaneously – e.g. meal and tablet, or wound care with materials. LARGE is also the more robust choice for professional clinic and care use.

Does the table fit under every bed?

With standard nursing beds and most upholstered beds, yes. With very low beds or those with a continuous baseboard front, the undercarriage clearance must be checked before purchase – usually 11–13 cm of floor clearance is sufficient.

Can the tabletop really be tilted without everything sliding off?

Yes – the tiltable main top has a retaining strip that securely holds books, tablets and dishes when the top is tilted. Adjustment is tool-free in seconds.

Order now as a NORDIC Partner

As a NORDIC Partner, you see your personal conditions and order directly online via your dealer account. Not a partner yet? Contact us – we will get back to you immediately. Matching additions can be found in Standing & lifting aids, Gait trainers & walkers and Toilet chairs.

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