Facts about Patient Hoist and Slings

A patient hoist is a lift which can be a sit-to-stand lift or a sling lift. They are often referred to as hydraulic lift or jack hoist. Patient hoist is assistive equipment used in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, alternate homes, home health care, and other similar places to transfer patients between two resting places, for example, take them from a chair to a bed or vice versa and many more. They can be of both types like those that are used on floor or others that are overhead lifts. The overhead lifts are wall mounted, suspended from the ceiling or overhead tracks. It can be a simple sling lift or a sit to stand lift that can be used to lift patients who are in a diseased or immovable condition.

Patient Hoist

What are the several benefits of the Patient Hoist?

The patient hoist has several benefits in the medical industry. They make the task of carrying heavy patients easy. They also reduce stress levied on caregivers and the number of nursing staffs engaged in moving patients from one resting place to another for various reasons. It is also safe for patients as there are fewer chances of orthopaedic injuries to patients when they are transferred to other rest places. You can use a fixed ceiling hoist or even a mobile hoist to take care of the patient as per the critical conditions.

A hospital, clinic, health home or other health centres can also introduce ceiling lifts that are permanently fitted on the ceiling of the rooms. These sling lifts on that are roof fitted helps in saving space. Any mistake in using these patient hoists can cause serious injuries.

How do the patient hoists and slings work?

• The patient hoists and slings work together to become a complete system responsible for transferring patients. There are different models available for this patient hoist, and one can choose as per requirement.

• The basic function of these mechanical lifting is the same in every model. They use the lifting mechanism to move disabled patients whereas the sling has the work of hooking up to the device and cradling the patients while they are transferred.

• The manufacturers produce a high-quality product and are known for their perfection. They provide their products to the customer at an affordable price. Often there are discounts on these devices, and there are no chances of going wrong with these products. It is the safest way to transfer patients from one bed to another or from chair to bed in the most efficient and effective way. 

Patient Sling

There is a handling belt that is required to be worn by the patient for safe transfers. The nurse assisting in the process gets an easy and secure grip to facilitate safe transfers. These belts can help in eliminating injuries when lifting patients. One must seek advice before purchasing the patient hoist. They must also concentrate on the fittings and installation of the device. This will ensure that one has made a sensible choice.

Before purchasing a particular product, one must consider reviewing the support plan for the client who requires the assistance. One must also check the readiness of the patient and consider options if the lifting task cannot be completed safely because all patients are no ready to adapt to new things quite easily. Hoists can easily be used in care homes to raise people who have fallen down, as it helps them to move and also to stay in proper position, and also those who have problems in moving in and out of bath.