Patient lifts are a helpful tool not only for the patients themselves but also for their relatives and carers who look after them. Such devices aid in a patient’s transfer and at the same time reduce the risk of injury and back pain among the respective carers, who would otherwise have to manually lift the patient.

Regardless whether you work in the aged care and disability industry or you’re a carer who’s looking after a loved one, how to lift the patients the correct way applies to you.

Choosing the right lifting hoist is important as it allows both carers and patients to move with dignity and safely. However all lifting hoists have a Safe Weight Limit, which limits the amount of weight that they are able to carry making it difficult for bariatric patients to use them.

Slings and other lifting accessories are a key part of the extensive range of patient lifting equipment that Active Mobility supplies. Patient Lifting Slings is an essential equipment when lifting people, from chairs, beds or floors.

Allegro Concepts is the Australian manufacturer of Patient Lifting Equipment, including Patient Lifting Hoists and Patient Lifting Slings. The Allegro General Purpose Slings can easily be fitted and supports patients that have some upper body control. These slings come in various sizes (from XS to XXL) and 2 types of material (Fabric and Mesh). The Allegro General Purpose with Head Support Slings are can also be easily fitted and provides patients with neck and head support. Available in various sizes (XS to XXL) and in Fabric and Mesh* material. *Mesh material is suitable for bathing. The Allegro Care Slings are designed for toilet transfers and bathing. These slings includes Velcro safety belt which ensures the patient is securely restrained. These sling is available in quilted fabric material and comes in 3 sizes (Small, Medium, Large). Unfortunately not all patients who need a care slings are physically able to cope with the lack of support. The Pivot Slings are designed to lift the patients in lying or sitting position which provides the correct posture when being transferred. Pivot Slings cover all sizes, from Extra Small to Extra Extra Large and are available either in Fabric or Mesh material. The Pivot Care Slings provide easy access to remove clothing for toilet transfers and bathing. These slings also covers sizes from Extra Small to Extra Extra Large and are available in Fabric and Mesh Material. Custom Made Slings are great options for client who cannot use a regular products available on the market. Custom alterations include: Adding a torso strap Extending body length for additional head support Extra loops for alternative positioning Adding a leg connection loop Reduction of commode aperture Our clients (Carers, OTs) can simply fill up the Custom Sling Design Script to customise the sling to suit the clients requirements. SLINGS FOR SPECIAL PURPOSES Junior range of slings are a popular product for children. It has an adjustable boned head support and gusseted base section for better fit. Junior slings come in sizes Extra small, Small and Medium and can only be used on a standard yoke. Walking Slings are ideal products to be used in conjunction with a ceiling hoist and parallel bars to provide gait training. It eliminates any risk to a carer who might normally intervene to prevent fall. The walking slings can also be used to lift a children in a vertical position and interface with a walking device. The Amputee Slings are specially designed for single and double lower limb amputee patients, including a commode hole and full head support. The patient is easily rolled on and off the sling for lifting. The sling provides great security and support when lifting patients from the floor or bed. It comes in 2 sizes and is available in Fabric or Mesh Material. The Patient Standing Slings are used in conjunction with the Salsa Standing Hoist for weight bearing clients. These slings are available in Medium, Large or Extra Large size with an option of Velcro or buckle closure. Leg strap can be an optional extra which will facilitate a sealed or semi-standing transfer. These slings come standard with keyhole clips but can be ordered with loop attachment for use with other manufacturers hoists. Our Patient Care Team is able to book the trial for you/ your client. Contact Active Mobility Systems on 02 9649 2111 or [email protected].

Standing lifts are specifically designed to secure patients during transfers from a seated position to a standing position, enabling quicker, easier, and safer patient lifting and transfer for both the patient and the caregiver. Another name for it is sit to stand hoists.

Lifting slings and hoists are mobility aids that help nurses and carers at home or in medical settings to transfer patients who need assistance moving from point A to point B. Slings and hoists are used in combination with one another and are a powerful means of enhancing patient care.

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