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Proactive Pad:-
This is a reactive lower leg support
which enables the patient to be lifted comfortably and
effortlessly. It can be adjusted vertically for differing
lower leg lengths and is sprung to stay in contact, when
the patient’s legs move radially during the lifting
procedure.
Adjust the Proactive Pad (2 steps)
1.
Hold the Proactive Pad with one hand and slacken
the clamping screw knob with the other hand.
2.
When the correct height has been established re-
tighten the knob. (See Fig 8)
It can be removed from its mount quickly, for walking
practice, simply by lifting upwards, after the foot support
has been removed.
Lower leg straps (accessory):-
An accessory used for
ensuring the lower parts of the patient’s legs stay in close
proximity to the Proactive Pad for correct lifting
procedure. The strap is held in position in relationship to
the Proactive Pad.
Attach the Lower leg straps (4 steps)
1.
Pass the Lower leg straps through the guides on the
back of the Proactive Pad.
2.
Put the Lower leg straps around one or both of the
patients lower calves.
3.
Overlap and press the Lower leg straps together to
join the hook and loop strap fastening. (See Fig 9)
4.
Make sure the Lower leg straps is firm but
comfortable for the patient.
Adjustable width chassis legs:-
By operating the
appropriate button on either the hand control or dual
control panel on the lift the chassis legs can be opened to
any variable width. (See Fig 10)
When pressure is released from the button, movement
stops and the chassis legs remains securely in position.
Scale (if available):-
If your
Sara Plus
has been
supplied with the integral Scale unit, it is possible to
weigh a patient during the lifting procedure.
Allowed slings with Sara Plus
Two types of sling can be used with the
Sara Plus
.
Standing Sling
– a single loop, used for supporting
patients at the toilet, and to aid in the standing process.
The sling may have a ‘fleece’ cover for added comfort,
which can be easily removed for cleaning.
- KKA5090 Standing sling
- KKA5120 Standing sling
- KKA5370 EPS/BOS Standing sling
- KKA6000 Arjo Wipeable Standing C-Hook sling
- MFA4000
Flites
Transfer and Walking Sling
– A loop sling with back,
buttock and leg support, used for easy and comfortable
transporting of patients over short distances without the
need for the detachable seat frame. By using different
attachment straps the same sling can be used for
supporting patients during the training procedure of
standing, stepping and walking under the supervision of
trained nursing staff. The sling has variable adjustment.
- KKA5130M Transfer/Walking sling
Fig. 8
Proactive Pad clamping screw knob
Proactive Pad
Fig. 9
Transportation should be done with the
chassis legs closed, it will be easier
through doorways etc
Note:
Fig. 10
Warning:
At all times the patient and/or
operator should not allow their feet or any
other part of their body to be placed in the
area between the foot support and chassis
legs when the chassis legs are closing.
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