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Using the Oxford Patient Handling Belt
NOTE: For initial and correct application, please refer to the separate user guide supplied
with the Patient Handling Belt.
WARNING
The caregiver(s) must ALWAYS apply supportive and counter force in a safe manner when
the user is standing up, sitting down and during transfer. Failure to do this may result in
inadvertent tipping and consequential injury to the patient and/or caregiver.
The Patient Handling Belt is an assistive accessory to help a patient rise from a seated to standing
position. It can be used in combination with the Switch to not only help with standing but also to
offer continued support once the patient is in a standing position.
The Patient Handling Belt provides a cradle-like support for comfort and has two handles on each
side for carer-assisted standing. A longer strap, secured with a locking clip can then be looped
around the attachment point on the Switch and adjusted to provide additional security and support
once a standing position is achieved.
Dual Carer Use:
Having fitted the Patient Handling Belt to the patient (see separate user guide), apply both brakes
on the Switch to ensure a stable and secure platform.
Place the patient's feet on the base plate, using the feet decals as a positioning guide.
Ask the patient to lean forwards and grab hold of one of the frame rungs, appropriate to their
height, reach and comfort.
CAUTION
Caregiver(s) must ensure the patient maintains the correct position throughout the transfer.
With a carer on either side of the patient providing support and reassurance, select and grasp the
appropriate handles on the Patient Handling Belt and ask the patient to stand whilst providing the
necessary assistance during raising.
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