Hoyer
®
Standaid Sling
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NOTE:
THIS SLING IS NOT A GENERAL-PURPOSE SLING AND WILL NOT BE SUITABLE FOR ALL
CLIENTS.
TIPS FOR USE:
CLIENT SHOULD BE ASKED TO LEAN BACK INTO THE SLING FOR THE DURATION OF THE LIFT.
TALLER CLIENTS MAY NEED TO USE SHORTER LOOPS ON THE SLING FROM THE START.
SHOULD THE CLIENT START TO LOSE TRUNK CONTROL YOU WILL FIND THAT THE SLING WILL
SLIP UP BENEATH THE ARMPITS MAKING THE LIFT UNSAFE. IN THIS SITUATION THE TRANSPORT
SLING CAN BE USED PROVIDING A RISK ASSESSMENT IS COMPLETED.
Place sling down behind client’s back between
base of shoulder blades and bottom of rib cage.
Attach strap around the front of the client. This
strap need not be tight. It is there to hold the
sling in position whilst attaching the sling to
the Standaid. Ensure that the client’s arms are
outside the sling.
Introduction
The Deluxe Standing sling is an easy fit sling suitable for standing and supporting. It is not a general
purpose sling and clients should be assessed as to their suitability. The Deluxe Transport sling is
an easy fit general purpose sling giving full support to most clients. It will not suit double amputees
or lifting from a horizontal position.
How to Use the Deluxe Standing Sling
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Position Standaid so that the client’s feet fit in
the foot trays and knees rest against the knee
pad. Initially attach the longer loops of the sling
to the white hooks at the end of the hand grips.
The client’s hands should be placed on the black
hand grips or support handles. (Once the client
is used to the lift, the shorter loops may be used
to achieve a more upright position). Then push
the up button on hand control to raise the client
to the standing position.
