A recent investigation has raised concerns about the safety of portable bed rails. These products are intended to prevent falls and keep users safe, particularly for older adults and young children. However, they have been linked to a significant number of injuries and deaths over the past 20 years.

According to Consumer Reports, hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries have been reported in connection with portable bed rails. The investigation found that some models can pose a hidden danger, with users becoming trapped or wedged between the rail and mattress. Further details on the investigation and its findings are available from Consumer Reports and local news sources, including KSTP 5 Eyewitness News.