PATIENT LIFTS CAN REDUCE INJURIES TO CAREGIVERS

Back injuries are one of the biggest reasons for absenteeism in hospitals. Nurses

often need time off from work due to back pain from lifting patients. If you suddenly find yourself in the caretaker role, you might need to consider a patient lift. A lift is a device that assists persons with mobility problems that need support while being moved between resting places. Lifts are available in the sling or sit-to-stand format. B&T Rents can help you select the lift that will foster safety for both the caregiver and the patient.

1. Sling Lift Rentals If you are providing care to someone who is elderly or disabled and needs

assistance during transfer, the sling lift rental might be what you are looking for. It consists of a piece of material that is attached to hooks that suspends the patient in air during transfer. You can choose a sling for the toilet or the shower. Slings are also available for a quadriplegic or amputee patient.

2. Sit to Stand Lift Rentals If a patient needs assistance to transfer between two

seated places, the support of a sit-to-stand lift would be beneficial. Patients must be able to sit up and support their own weight when standing. They are usually used when a person is being moved to the shower, toilet, bedside, or wheelchair.

The ultimate goal of patient lifts is to lesson or prevent

orthopedic or back injuries for those that take care of patients in the home. You can find more information on hospital bed rental in Corpus Christi here www.btrents.com/hospital-beds