A stretcher comprising an upper frame and a lower frame with the upper frame moveable between raised and lowered positions wherein movement is controlled by a pair of cross members 22 each pivotally connected 40 to the upper and lower frames wherein one of the cross members is able to slide 38 on the upper frame and one on the lower frame wherein one mounting is provided by two parallel guide rails 42 spaced across the stretcher and the other by parallel guide rails spaced in an upwards direction. The rails 42 are arranged to provide different levels of restriction to twisting about axes extending across the stretcher and upwardly and comprise linear bearing guide rails. A power unit may also be provided. Also disclosed is a body support with pivoting panels, a body support with male and female members and a solenoid activated lockable wheel.
