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Adjusting the loop straps
The tension of the vest around the chest is determined by which loop you attach to the slingbar. By test lifting
using different loops together with the shoulder straps, you can determine which position gives the right degree of
tension.
If the vest slides up - try an inner loop or a smaller sized vest.
If the vest is too tight around the chest - try an outer loop or a larger sized vest.
For a slender person, you would need to use an inner loop and for a heavier person, you would need to use an
outer loop if both were using the same size of vest.
When loop straps are properly adjusted, the shoulder straps and loop straps are equally taut during lifting.
Testing loop strap adjustments
Stand behind the patient and hang the shoulder
straps and loop straps on your thumbs. Lift until the
straps are fully suspended. If properly adjusted, the
shoulder straps and loop straps will be equally taut.
Too small. The gap is too wide and the loop
straps are shorter than the shoulder straps when
suspended.
Too large. The metal D-rings meet and the vest cannot
be tightened enough with the loop straps.
Adjusting the leg supports
Generally, the leg supports are adjusted according to
the height of the patient. For a shorter person, attach
the leg supports’ inner loops to the slingbar. This usu-
ally enables a more reclined sitting position.
Try different alternatives until you find the best one.
Helpful hint:
Instead of connecting the inner loop,
try knotting the leg support strap loops.
Gives an upright sitting
position. Suitable for
most patients.
Suitable for shorter
patients.
Selecting the right size
Check the size of the gap between the front edges of the vest when it is closed. The gap varies depending on the
size of the vest, but it should be between 5 and 0 cm (-1 inch.). The larger the size, the wider the gap can be.
It is essential that the HygieneVest’s width is correct in relation to the girth of the patient’s upper body. Distribution
of pressure around the chest varies according to slingbar width. Try different variations.
Fitting instructions
