Joerns Healthcare Oxford Access Sling, Manual

Page 1: ...Redefining patient handling Joerns Healthcare Sling Guide...

Page 2: ...13 Sling Safety Information 13 Size Weight Range Guide 14 Other Considerations for Slings 14 Special Slings 15 Sling Prescription Sheets 15 Sling Support Levels and Commode Apertures 16 Selecting the...

Page 3: ...sling comprises a specially designed and constructed piece of fabric that is placed under and around a patient before being attached to the cradle spreader bar of a lift to raise transfer and lower th...

Page 4: ...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 Spr...

Page 5: ...s or behavioural problems It is available in all sizes from XS to XL FIM Scores 1 and 2 and any other person from the floor Standing Harness Spreader Bar 6 Point The Standing Harness is a versatile sl...

Page 6: ...slings are a reflection on many years of refinements that make our range one of the most comfortable and flexible in the market place today Standing Sling Standaid The standing sling is suitable for...

Page 7: ...y more than touching subject makes 50 75 of the effort Someone required to help by touching subject makes 75 or more of the effort 2 Maximal Assistance Complete dependence Subject makes less than 50 b...

Page 8: ...r the 6 point spreader bar system Clear labels provide all the information required together with a line drawing showing how our slings fit Leg support widths 1 offer optimal support while not cutting...

Page 9: ...of our slings are optimised to ensure correct handling Padding provides additional comfort and support to delicate areas and our webbing straps have covered ends to protect patient s skin The grey col...

Page 10: ...preader bar or 4 point positioning cradles Both cradles have their place but more importantly it allows the carer to choose exactly the correct sling for the patient and task in question Head supports...

Page 11: ...the more upright the client will be 4 point Positioning Cradle Alternatively the 4 point positioning cradle uses the Securi3 safety clip system and adjustment is made by rotating the cradle handle ei...

Page 12: ...f patients All these factors must be taken into consideration when selecting the appropriate sling for the patient Sizes are available from XS to XL and full details on our slings can be found in our...

Page 13: ...rmation about the sling such as Identification Label n Care instructions n Safe working Load SWL n Bar code not shown n Identification picture User Guide A detailed user guide is provided with all sli...

Page 14: ...ing guides are recommendations only A full risk assessment must be conducted before any sling is selected This will ensure safety for the patient and the carer Sling Minimum Weight Maximum Weight Size...

Page 15: ...ordered extended lead times apply please consult your OXFORD representative for details Special Slings n Taper leg section n Add lining to legs or body synthetic fleece material Sling prescription sh...

Page 16: ...structure of the fabric with the main body of the sling providing support to the back and head photo 1 and the leg straps providing support to the thighs hips and buttocks photos 3 4 The shape of the...

Page 17: ...at are desired together with the frequency with which they will occur This relates closely to the functional requirements of the sling for instance a sling that is to be used for toileting will requir...

Page 18: ...each sling and task There will of course be exceptions to this guide but this reference enables a view of what tasks can be completed Selecting the Type of Sling for the Most Common Tasks Sling Type O...

Page 19: ...Joerns Healthcare customers by providing clinical information and advice in relation to OXFORD slings and other products Clinical Support Advice The correct equipment coupled with appropriate training...

Page 20: ...ns Healthcare 0705 000690271 UK SD Rev B Joerns Healthcare Limited High Street Wollaston Stourbridge West Midlands DY8 4PS England T 44 0 1384 446622 F 44 0 1384 446601 www joerns co uk email info joe...