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Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Examples of Mechanical Lifts

Hoyer Lift

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The lift and transfer is the traditional style, portable lift constructed of heavy-duty steel. The easy rolling casters, two locking in the back and four swivel in the front, allows for positioning into various locations.  Patient is placed in the sling and lowered to desired location.

Stand-Assist Lift

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Used when resident is seated and needs help standing up.  A sling is attached to hooks on lift after being wrapped around back of resident to give support from behind.

Sling

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"No Lift" Booster

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Eases back strain by making even heavy residents easier to move toward the headboard. A flat tube of fabric with a slippery interior surface. Position the resident on top of the tube just as on a draw sheet, then slide the top tube layer upwards, using the reinforced edges. No lifting needed. Standard size fits most; 4 or fewer staff members can use bariatric size for residents up to 600 lbs. 


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