Durable Medical Equipment
Patient Lift
Hydraulic sling lifts are mobile hoists that are manually pumped to raise a resident from one surface and maneuvered into place, where a pressure valve is released to lower the resident onto a chair, bathtub, bed, or other surface. These lifts can also lift a resident who has fallen to the floor.
Hydraulic sling lifts are typically available with two base configurations, a “U” base and “C” base. The “U” base lifters may be of the fixed type or adjustable, allowing the base of the lift to be spread wider, providing stability and maneuverability around chairs and other obstacles. Spreading occurs via a hand lever or foot pedal. “C” bases are typically fixed and not adjustable, however, they may be useful in tight or restricted areas where “U” based lifters cannot be used.
Mobile sling lifts utilize a sling or harness to support residents as they are lifted. Manufacturers typically offer their own line of slings to be used with their lifts. A variety of slings are available to address the lifting needs of the caregiver and resident. Some examples include slings made to support residents in a reclined position, slings that support a resident’s entire body in a supine or lying position, slings made for toileting applications, as well as slings made to support the resident during unweighted walking or gait training.