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The back & leg raiser is used to assist end users into a sitting position when in bed or chair. Specifically designed to reduce pushing and pulling across surfaces which could potentially damage skin and put strain on caregivers. Can be used to gently raise up end users using the raiser across the shoulders and under the arms to raise the end user into a sitting position. Can also be used on either one or both legs together to raise or reposition and to assist with any wound care treatment. Particularly useful when used in conjunction with a transfer board to position legs when transferring from bed to chair. The raiser is manufactured in a quilted material with a toweling inner lining for additional comfort. Available in one material type: Quilted polyester mesh with inner toweling lining One size
Wash at 40°C Do not tumble dry
Lift Type: KEY
Active – end user is active and can participate in transfer
Passive Lift – end user can maintain passivity or has limited mobility
Extensive – end user has limited body control and/or suffers from extreme extensions
Functional Independence Measure
The Functional Independence Measure (FIM) scale assesses physical and cognitive disability. This scale focuses on the burden of care – that is, the level of disability indicating the burden of caring for them.
Mobility
Approximate visual representation of sling design.