The Oxford range of slings has been designed with a number of features aimed at meeting varied lifting requirements
and applications. Each sling is described briefly below. Note FIM scores have been provided as an assessment tool to
classify a person’s function from independence to total assistance in 7 levels. See page 7 for classifications details.
Quickfit/Universal Sling (Spreader Bar: 6 Point)
This sling is an easy-to-fit, general-purpose sling designed to suit 85% of patients.
It is simple to use and is available in sizes XS to XL.
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the floor
Quickfit Deluxe Sling (Spreader Bar: 6 Point)
This sling is a development of the Quickfit design and is suitable for 95% of
patients. It can be used for amputees following assessment, and is available
in sizes XS to XL.
FIM Scores: 1 and 2 and any other person from the floor
Access/Toileting Sling (Spreader Bar: 6 Point)
This sling is designed specifically to facilitate the toileting procedure by allowing
the removal of clothing. It is NOT a general-purpose sling and will suit only 25% of
patients. Patients must be in a sitting position to use this sling.
FIM Scores: or following careful assessment
An assessment MUST be carried out when using the access sling as it can be unsafe when used on the
wrong patient.
Long Seat Sling (Spreader Bar: 6 Point)
This sling can only be put on or removed in a lying position and is most commonly
used with an amputee. This sling also needs to be used in conjunction with side
suspenders.
Sling Models
FIM Scores: 1 or following careful assessment
