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Different Ways of Connecting Leg Supports
Crossed-over leg supports.
The most common way of applying
the sling. One leg support loop is
passed through the other before the
loops are connected to the sling bar.
Overlapped under both thighs.
This can be appropriate, for example
when lifting a patient with amputated
legs. Tip:
In order to avoid the
patient’s sitting posture being too
reclined, Extension Loops can be
attached to the leg support loops.
Each leg support connected
separately to the sling bar.
This can be appropriate when lifting
patients with particularly sensitive
genitals.
Increased risk of sliding out.
The patient does not sit well in the sling – why is this?
The lower edge of the sling is at the same
level as the coccyx. The leg supports are
properly positioned under the legs.
RIGHT!
A. Risk of sliding out.
The buttocks hang down. The sling
may be too large. It can also be due to the fact that the sling
has not been pulled down the patient’s back sufficiently.
Before lifting, check that the lower edge is stretched and
that the fabric reaches properly around the legs.
B. Too small sling can cause the leg supports to cut into
the
groin
causing discomfort, the sling bar to be too close to
the face and/or the back to get insufficient support.
WRONG!
Shortening Position
In certain cases, it can be advantageous to shorten the leg support loop for the patient to sit well in the UniversalSling.
The shortening position can be used temporarily in order to test for the right length, but extended use may damage
the bartacks. However, if you want to shorten the leg support loop for long term use, we recommend that you tie
a knot in the loop to shorten it about 10 cm (4 inches). In this case, it is the outer leg support loop which should be
connected to the sling bar.
Fitting Advice
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B.
Before a connection alternative is chosen, an individual assessment should be performed to anticipate possible risks.
