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Deluxe Hammock Sling With Head Support
Description
Suitable for individuals who require additional
postural support. This sling is also suitable for
amputee users
Support Offered
Full body and head support for users with
increased needs
Type Of Transfer
General transfers including: seated to seated
transfers & bed to chair transfers
Material Available
Supersoft or Mesh
Attachment
Loop
Deluxe Low Friction Sling
Description
This sling provides a high level of comfort
during transfers and facilitates easy positioning
Support Offered
Supports the whole body
Type Of Transfer
General transfers including: seated to seated &
bed to chair transfers
Material Available
Parasilk material, with low friction properties
Attachment
Loop or Clip
CHOOSE YOUR SLING FABRIC
Your choice of fabric will also depend on the task at hand and the physical characteristics of the user.
These measurements are intended as a guide only
TAKING MEASUREMENTS
Using a soft, flexible measuring tape, record the measurements suggested
below:
TAKING MEASUREMENTS
GIRTH
For
men and children
this is the circumference of the chest,
as measured just under the arms (or the widest point).
For
women
, this is the distance around the hips (or the
widest point). Measurements may be taken with the patient
lying down or in a seated position.
HEIGHT
To achieve the most accurate measurement, this is best
carried out with the patient lying on a flat surface.
HEIGHT
CHEST
GIRTH
HIPS
GIRTH
Using your measurements, please refer to the above table to determine the
correct sling size for your patient.
If in doubt, please seek advice from your qualified health professional or call our Customer
Service team on
1300 133 120.
Choosing the correct sized sling is of KEY importance for your patient’s comfort and safety.
For your convenience and ease of use, all Aspire slings are colour coded for size.
The below guide will help you to choose the correct size for your patient.
Polyester
A smooth, knitted polyester
fabric of solid consistency for
multi-disciplinary use
Super Soft
A “super soft” breathable fabric,
which is padded for comfort
during longer periods of transfer
Mesh
A versatile, breathable and durable
polyester mesh. Ideal for use in
wet environments
Parasilk
A smooth, lightweight, low friction
polyester fabric. Ideal for easy
positioning and optimum comfort
Aspire Sling Type
Polyester
Mesh
Supersoft Parasilk
Deluxe General Purpose
Deluxe General Purpose with Head Support
Deluxe Hygiene Access
Deluxe Hygiene Access with Head Support
Deluxe Hammock with Head Support
Deluxe Standing
Deluxe Low Friction
X-LARGE
MEDIUM
LARGE
SMALL
Size
Edging
Girth
Height
S.W.L
Small
65–95cm
120–160cm
200kg
Medium
77–110cm
140–175cm
200kg
Large
98–135cm
158–185cm
300kg
X-Large
118–157cm
165–193cm
300kg
XX-Large
155cm-184cm
170cm-193cm
300kg
XXX-Large
180cm-210cm
170cm-193cm
300kg
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SLING SELECTION PROCESS
SLING SELECTION PROCESS
CHOOSE YOUR SLING SIZE
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