Solutions for Patient Lifting and Repositioning
Transfer From Sitting to Standing Position
Description: Powered sit-to-stand or standing assist devices.
Sit-to-Stand and Ambulation Therapy Device
When to Use: Transferring patients who are partially dependent, have some weight-bearing capacity, are cooperative, can sit up on the edge of the bed with or without assistance, and are able to bend hips, knees, and ankles. Transfers from bed to chair, or chair to bed, or for bathing and toileting. Can be used for repositioning where space or storage is limited.
Points to Remember: Look for a device that has a variety of sling sizes, lift-height range, battery portability, hand-held control, emergency shut-off, and manual overdrive. Ensure device is rated for the patient weight.
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2-4. This device would be used for transferring patients who are partially dependent, can bear some weight and are able to bend.
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