Padded cells, also known as padded rooms or seclusion rooms, are still used in some psychiatric hospitals and facilities, although their use has become less common in recent years.

Padded cells are typically used for patients who are at risk of harming themselves or others, as the soft padding can help prevent injuries.

However, there has been a growing recognition of the potential negative effects of seclusion and restraint, and many facilities are moving towards more humane and therapeutic approaches to managing behavior.