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3.6.1
Application of the Transfer Aid Merlin
The Transfer Aid Merlin PMM-1100 with the Raising Aid Merlin (Set Item-No.: PMM-1000) is used primarily
for people
who can no longer get up on their own but still have sufficient muscle tone.
Use of the raising aid is limited in patients with contracture of the legs.
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Position the patient's feet on the base plate.
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Adjust the leg cushion to the correct height
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upper edge approx. three finger widths below the
patella.
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The lower legs must be within the supports, otherwise safe use is impossible!
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Determine the grasping height on the device
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approx. shoulder height of the upright sitting
patient.
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The handle positioning allows for four different grasping heights.
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The lower the grasping height, the less force the patient can apply with their arms.
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Ensure that the patient positions their hands correctly!
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The palms must face down while grasping, otherwise opposing movements result.
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The patient pulls the device towards them.
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This brings the patient's lower legs into an optimal position for standing up.
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Place the Raising Aid Merlin around the sitting patient's waist.
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Close the inner part of the belt and pull it tight.
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Lay the outer belt onto the patient's legs.
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Fasten the looped belt (PM-3010) if necessary. (see point 3.7)
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Once this position has been achieved, engage the two brakes on the Transfer Aid Merlin (see 3.6.3).
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The assistant stands before the Transfer Aid Merlin.
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The assistant grasps the two outer belts of the Raising Aid Merlin.
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The assistant places one foot on the inclined surface of the Raising Aid Merlin base plate.
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The assistant shifts their weight back and pulls the raising aid towards them.
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It is also possible to provide assistance from the side.
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Grasp the rear handle of the Raising Aid Merlin with one hand.
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Use the other hand to generate opposing pressure from the upper handle on the device.
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The patient's movement is supported as they stand up.
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Hook the inner loops of the Raising Aid Merlin onto the side hooks of the Transfer Aid Merlin in the
required position.
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Select the shortest possible belt adjustment for the transfer.
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Secure the standing patient with their pelvis as close as possible to the device.
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Release the brakes
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Now the transfer aid can easily be pulled or pushed to a different location.
3.6.2
Assistance during sitting
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Push the Transfer Aid Merlin directly in front of the destination.
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Keep the distance between the patient's calves and the destination low.
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Engage the brakes on the Transfer Aid Merlin.
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Bring the patient to the highest standing position by providing supporting pressure in the lower back area.
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There is no tension on the loops of the Raising Aid Merlin.
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If the belt slipping up is a concern, then the looped belt (PM-3010) must be tightened.
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The assistant stands beside the patient.
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Unhook the loops of the Raising Aid Merlin from the hooks, starting with the outer loop.
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Support the patient in the standing position and during sitting.
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The belt is removed once the patient is sitting safely.
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Roll the Transfer Aid Merlin back about one foot.
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Engage the brakes
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Move the patient's feet from the platform onto the ground.
