Technology Resource Guide

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Technology Resource Guide Note: Inclusion in this guide does not constitute endorsement by the VISN 8 Patient Safety Center of Inquiry in Tampa or of the Veterans Health Administration. The products in this guide are merely examples of various types of equipment available in the marketplace at a particular period in time. We have no more information about particular equipment, purchasing or contracting than is presented here. Please do not request purchasing information from this office.

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Categories (click on link to go to listing): Air Assisted Lateral Transfer Aids Equipment for Bed Improvement

Dependency/Geri Chairs Friction Reducing Lateral Aids

Gait Belts w/Handles General Lifts

Mechanical Lateral Aids Floor-Based Lifts

Ceiling Lifts Powered Standing Lifts

Sliding Boards Transfer Chairs

Standing Assist Aids Other Mobility Aids

Repositioning Devices Slings

Air Assisted Lateral Transfer Aids PRODUCT/MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION KEY ADVANTAGE Airmatt Lateral Transfer Allows staff to laterally transfer No weight limit; small, light and System/Emerald International patients on a comfortable portable; ergonomic extension Health Products, Inc. cushion of air without lifting. handles included. Airpal Patient Air Lift/Airpal A flexible nylon mattress that Patients remain on transfer pad Patient Transfer Systems allows lateral transfers of for all ancillary products, patients from bed to stretcher including radiology, CT scan, by the release of low air radiation therapy, heart pressure through a patented catheterization, physical therapy, chamber. labor and delivery. Hovermatt/Hovertech A waterproof, anti-bacterial anti- No weight limit. International stain, nylon mattress that allows for lateral transfers of patients.

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Equipment for Bed Improvement PRODUCT/MANUFACTUR DESCRIPTION KEY ADVANTAGE ER . Bed Tender/David A fall prevention unit. Monitoring Non-tangling coiled cord Storm & Assoc. system (control unit and pressure inserts into a call system and a sensitive pad) alarms when receptacle is provided to someone is trying to get out of accept patient call cords, bed. eliminating the need for special adaptors. Century + Bed/Hill-Rom, Patient transport. Auto contour helps patient Inc. from sliding down in bed Chair Check/Bed Check Chair Check II automatically arms Selectable alarm sounds can Corp. itself upon detecting weight on the be used for high risk patients. Sensormat. Used for either chair or bed. Clinitron at Home/Hill- Provides air fluidized support These beds provide the low Rom, Inc. surface to treat patients with full interface pressures and sheer thickness wounds. reduction.

Clinitron II Air Fluidized Serves multiple sites affected with Faster healing of stage III or IV Therapy Unit/Hill-Rom, pressures ulcers, wounds and pressure ulcers, and optimal Inc. surgical flaps and grafts. patient comfort. Hi-Low Bed/Transfer Has a transfer height of as low as Has the capacity to sit Master Products, Inc. 14" someone to almost 90 degrees. Resident Electric LTC Designed for long term care. Automatic contour positioning Bed/Hill-Rom, Inc. Available in manual, partially maintains proper patient electric and fully electric models. posture in bed. Knee automatically articulates to 15 degrees when the head is raised to prevent sliding and reduces repositioning. 9. Secure II Provides patient transport. Ability to lower the bed to Chaperone/Stryker 15.5" and use side rail position Medical to assist the patient out of bed.

Total Care Bed Used to assist patients in Caregivers can customize the System/Hill-Rom, Inc. ambulation, repositioning and overall length of the bed. transfers. TurnAide/Medline Used for turning and positioning of Light weight and breathable Industries, Inc. patients in bed. cover with antimicrobial coating. Upgradeable Bed/Hill- Patient transport. Bed is higher Manual cranks can be recessed Rom, Inc. than most beds and has the for storage when not in use. flexibility to be upgraded over time. 4. Vivax Mobility This system consists of a specially Built in transfer system System/Vivax Medical designed electric bed and requires no additional space. Corp. wheelchair used to transfer patients from sitting to lying. Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 3 of 29

12. Zoom Model 2040/Stryker Transport of patients done by one Centrally located drive wheel Medical person. improves cornering and minimizes turning effort. Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 4 of 29

Dependency/Geri Chairs PRODUCT/MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION KEY ADVANTAGE Ascender/Rehab Seating, Patient transport. Keeps hip flexion under 90 Inc. degrees. Helps patients enter and exit safely and easily by decreasing the range of motion on the hip, knee and back joints ATC100/Assistive Technology Chair designed for access to Easily disassembles for Inc. the beach and other transport and storage. environments, as it has balloon tires. Care Cliner/Medcor Corp. Used in dialysis, blood Pressurized gas cylinder helps collection, geriatric care, elevate back from deep oncology, respiratory, critical recline position. care and cardiac rehab. Clinical Recliner/Invacare Provides patient seating. Varied density foam cradles Used in patient procedures the patient to sustain proper such as dialysis, blood positioning and posture. collection, day surgery, EEK/EKG care, oncology, outpatient clinic, E.R., room and maternity. Day Chair/Flaghouse Chair designed for individuals Arms are extra large and who sit for a long time and provide padding at the rear, need thick padded support. and extends forward for a secure hand-hold. Ascender/Rehab Seating, Patient transport. Keeps hip flexion under 90 Inc. degrees. Helps patients enter and exit safely and easily by decreasing the range of motion on the hip, knee and back joints H-Frame Bounder Power chair provides H-frame uses 2.5" by 1.5" by . Wheelchair/ 21 st Center transport for the user in rain 125" wall steel-TIG welded for Scientific, Inc. or snow without slipping. superior strength. HTR Tilt and Recline Provides transport and a Fold down back provides easy Chair/Invacare Corp. range of angles in tilt access to personal grooming adjustment, which allows the and transfers. user to redistribute body weight as needed. Hygea Chair/ Triaid, Inc. All purpose chair for children Braked wheels, harness, to be used in the shower, or footrest and seat insert as a commode. comfort cover. Mobile Convalescent Provides three positions: an Built in moisture barrier on Recliner/Flaghouse upright, elevated feet and full seat prevents seepage. recline. Rock’n Go/SMT Health A wheelchair that allows the Dual position rocker lock and Systems user to rock back while rocking mechanism. seated with dual positions. Stretchair MC- Offers both unlimited Converts from wheelchair to 300PVLSL/Stretchair positions from chair to stretcher to wheelchair Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 5 of 29

stretcher and vertical height without transferring the adjustment from 23-40". It is patient, therefore eliminates an ideal "cardiac chair". need to store both wheelchair and stretcher. Stretchair MC- Offers of weight capacity of Multiple positions help to 675PVLSL/Stretchair 675 lbs. prevent decubitus ulcers. Stretchair MC- Offers a weight capacity of up Patients can be positioned 1000P/Stretchair to 1,000 lbs. hydraulically from sitting to supine and all points between. Tilt in Space/United Med Geriatric rocker provides the Arms remove for easier Worldwide user with seven position transfers and easy under tilting. table access

Friction Reducing Lateral Aids PRODUCT/MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION KEY ADVANTAGE Arjo Maxislide/Arjo, Inc. An ergonomically-designed Once the patient has been device having ultra-low moved up in bed, there is friction properties, that will minimal risk of them sliding aid caregivers in moving or back down again after being positioning patients while at released. the same time encouraging good posture without causing undue stress to either the patient or the caregivers. ErgoSlide LT/Ergosafe One piece non-mechanical One piece heavy-duty nylon device to laterally transfer tube with four sets of handles from one surface to another that folds for easy storage. without involving multiple caregivers, lifting the patient, or using mechanical equipment. Lateral Transfer Aid/Phil-E-Slide Used to move a supine Has six durable handles where patient from one level flat pull straps are attached. surface to another. Shaped Flat Slide Sheet Helps caregivers reposition Integral anti-bacterial and Sets/Phil-E-Slide patients in bed, transfer them anti-fungal tape sewn into laterally from one surface to seams and handles to reduce another, or encourage risk of infection. independent patient transfer with greater ease. TurnSlide TransferSlide/Romedic Turn or reposition the patient Useful on wet or high friction up or down in bed. surfaces. Safety Sure Transfer Slide/Scan A padded tube of fabric used Various sizes allow use in Medical to transfer a patient from one different situations and with surface to another without varying dependency levels of lifting. patients. Patient Transporter/Slide-Mat Eliminates the need for lifting Comfortable, radiotranslucent, or log-rolling to effectively compact and lightweight. transfer or reposition. Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 6 of 29

Ultra Slide/THE Medical Ultra low friction rip stop Ease of use nylon roller sheets for in bed repositioning and lateral transfers. Repositioning System/Waverley Range of sliding sheets, Allows for safe transfer and Glen transfer boards, and repositioning, for both repositioning aids. bariatric patient and caregiver. Patient Transfer System/Wright Used for patient repositioning Easy portability (4 lbs.) and Products and transfers. storage. Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 7 of 29

Gait Belts with Handles PRODUCT/MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION KEY ADVANTAGE Belt Grip Transfer Belt used to transfer patients Has large nylon hand grips, Belt/Flaghouse from sitting to standing. which allow one or two attendants to perform the transfer. ErgoBelt/ErgoSafe Assists caregivers while Allows caregivers to assist walking a patient. properly when walking with a patient and boosts confidence in the patient's ability to move. ErgoBelt Plus/ErgoSafe Assists a patient from a Containing thick additional sitting position to a standing padding for added comfort to position or for walking the patient, the belt promote exercises. proper ergonomics to help reduce injury to the caregiver. Gait Belt/Flaghouse Belt used for patient transfers Available in adult and child sizes. Can be used under water. Lift-Easy Transfer Belt/Ali- Used to transfer patients Additional leverage when Med Inc. from one position to another. thigh straps are wrapped in place.

Gait and Transfer Positioning aid offers medium One size fits all: there are five Belts/Posey Company support for residents adjustments. requiring extensive upper trunk control. Transfer Boards/Flaghouse Transfer board used to Notched board hooks onto transfer patients from wheelchair for added safety wheelchair to chair or bed. while hand holes make moving easier. Handling Belt/Waverley Glen Handling belt enables better Adjustable and padded for handling techniques while increased patient comfort. assisting transfer/repositioning.

General Lifts PRODUCT/MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION KEY ADVANTAGE Anderlift Plus/Andermac, Inc. Complete bedside treatment Multi functional- a bather, system that lifts, transports, bed scale, transportation bathes weighs and turns. system, power patient lift and turning system. Miranti/Arjo, Inc. Part of the totally integrated Powered backrest height adjustable bath system. Personal Transfer Lift works by a 12 volt motor The sling requires no lifting Lift/Access Unlimited with the power from the Available in all types and electrical system of your car sizes. Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 8 of 29

to perform transfers (car, bath, home) Pool Lift/Aquatic Access, The AG48WP mounts to a Manual 360 degree seat turn Inc. wood post that is sunk 30" in the ground and cut off at pool height. Portable Pool Lift/RMT Assortment of completely Make any pool or spa Aquatics portable and deck mounted accessible, and can be semi-portable, battery conveniently stored away operated pool lifts when not in use. Skyhook/THE Medical 600 lb. capacity electric Requires virtually zero lift swivel lift. space Wall to Wall Lift/SureHands A motorized lift and care Wall mounting makes it Lift & Care Systems system that is portable from possible to maximize floor room to room. space. Wheelchair to Water Lift is used to transfer people No sitting balance, shoulder 1000/SureHands Lift & Care from wheelchair to pool. or muscle strength is needed Systems from the patient. Wheelchair to Water Uses an overhead track. Push button control allows 2000/SureHands Lift & Care Offers complete vertical and some people to move out of Systems horizontal range of motion. their wheelchairs, into the water and back again.

Mechanical Lateral Aids PRODUCT/MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION KEY ADVANTAGE On 3 Lateral Transfer/Hill- Used for lateral transfers of Easy to move in tight spaces. Rom, Inc. patients Positioning and Transfer Device enables a non- Can be use in various System/Barton Medical Corp. ambulatory person to be positions e.g. as a bed, transferred from surface to gurney bed, lounge chair, or surface. wheelchair. Totalift 2/Wy’East Medical Transfer of your patient Converts from a chair to a laterally from bed to horizontal stretcher position. stretcher without lifting, then adjusts to a sitting or reclining position. Totalift PTS/Wy’East Medical Uses the Wy'East Medical Integrated bumper system patented system to carry the cushions jolts and reduces patient from bed to stretcher damage to hospital furniture. with no lifting.

Floor Based Lifts PRODUCT/MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION KEY ADVANTAGE Anderlift Lift and Transport When lifted, transported, Four pieces of equipment System/Andermac weighed or bathed, the in one - a bather, bed patient is resting on a scale, transportation "hammock" created by a system and power patient custom sheet and nestled in lift. Up to 800 lb. capacity the frame. Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 9 of 29

Ergolift/BHM Medical A floor lift used for bariatric Patient has sufficient leg patient lifts. room to be rotated 360° even at maximum height. EZ Lift/EZ Way, Inc. Battery powered electric Built in digital scale patient lift for patient transport Faaborg Person Lifts/Moving Solutions, Lift can be fitted with a Holding capacity of 365 Inc. toileting sling and torso belt lbs. Can be taken apart for lower functioning for storage/transport patients. Golvo 7000S/Liko, Inc. Used to transfer patients up Parallel base and lift strap to 440 lbs. suspension. Hoyer Power Patient Lifter Lift for patient transfers of Angular design and a non- 402/Sunrise Medical up to 400 lbs. sway cradle for extra stability. Unit disassembles for convenient storage Hoyer Hydraulic Patient Lift HML Used to transport persons Base and mast can be 400/United Med Worldwide weighing up to 400 lbs. separated for convenient storage. Hoyer Hydraulic Patient Lift HPL HPL 400 is a battery Full travel height allows 400/United Med Worldwide powered lift lifting from floor level Hydraulic Lift 9805/Invacare Versatile lift for all patient Easy disassembly allows moves with weight limit of quick transport and setup. 450 lb. Lexa Lift/Horcher Lifting Systems Lift with electronic hand Patient Positioner is control. designed to reposition patients without being lifted. Lift Aid 2000/Lift Aid Designed free-standing lift Soft start and stop uses 8 square inches of floor operation space. Maxi Patient Hoist/Days Medical Capable of lifting patients up Suitable for institutional to 385 lbs. and domiciliary use Medcare Lift/Medcare Products Transfers patients of up to Expandable base design 400 lbs. Medi Lifter 4/Medi Man Rehabilitation Total lift system that Ergonomic foot control for Products, Inc. transfers patients up to 600 base opening lbs. Opera/Arjo, Inc. Enables nurse to lift patient Dynamic Positioning off the floor and position in a System (DPS) which can seated posture mechanically lift the patient from the floor without having to lift the patients head or back to attach the sling and a soft stretcher which is able to lift patients from the floor in the supine position where more precaution is necessary. Patient Safety Lift/Graham-Field Floor based lift used for Recessed wheels protect patient transfers operator's ankles and help prevent marring furniture Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 10 of 29

Porto-Lift (pediatric)/Porto Lift Precision controlled Individual seat and back hydraulic cylinder lift for support. Split seat children provides frontal opening for Hammock commode seat Series 4 Volaro Lift/SMT Health Systems Lifts patient from floor, Manual override, 400 lb. commode, wheelchair, bed Rating and recliner. Pro-Med Alpha 180/Pro-Med Lifts patients over 4 feet and Patient may be reclined in has generous clearance to the pivoting frame turn patient 360 degrees at maximum height Ready Lift/Nor-Am Patient Products Ltd. Hydraulic all-purpose lift for No belts under buttocks or patients up to 550 lbs. swinging motion. Available in electric or hydraulic operation RPA 450-1/Invacare Corporation Battery powered lift that Higher lift range allows transfers for residents up to easy access to beds, 450 lbs. chairs, toilets etc. RHA 450-1/Invacare Corporation Hydraulic lift supports 360 degree rotation patients up to 450 lbs. without side to side sway

RPA 600-1/Invacare Corporation Designed to transfer patients Unique sling fabric up to 600 lbs. Stedy/Arjo, Inc. Allows the patient to simply Lightweight and compact and safely stand themselves. design. Sure Hands Mobile Lift/Surehands Lift Multi purpose lift with Ergonomic handle bars for & Care Systems extendable vertical lifting smooth steering range. Tempo/Arjo, Inc. Floor based lift transfers Powered Patient patients off the floor to other Positioning allows gentle positions powered positioning of the patient, using minimum effort, during raising and lowering Titan X/THE Medical Bariatric mobile lift with dual 1,000 lb. capacity controls, power base widening, emergency manual lowering, 4 pt. spreader bar, performs floor lifts. Ultra Lift 3500x and 1500/THE Medical Mobile lifts with 5- or 6-point 3500x has 600 lb. spreader bar, and power capacity, 1500 has 500 lb. base widening capacity Total Lift MPL Vertical Lift/Wy’East Offers a 450 lb weight Foot pedal pump drives Medical capacity to lift patients hydraulic lift with no vertically. dependency on outside power sources. Total Lift PPL Portable Lift/Wy’East A vertical transport system Portable Medical for patients, can perform lateral transfers and transform into a chair. Trixie Lift/Arjo, Inc. Performs general lifts such Specially designed castors as transfers from bed to reduce friction and make it Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 11 of 29

chair, chair to toileting, chair easier to push and to car and repositioning. maneuver.

Can be stored flat up against a wall. Ultra Lift/Ferno Multi thrust lift system with Built-in safety features 600 lb, capacity and variable (anti-entrapment prevents speed boom lowering on resident) Uno Lift/Liko Mobile lift used for transfers Smaller lift designed for confined spaces.

Vanderlift 450/Vancare, Inc. Tip-resistant lift for residents Auxiliary toe-operated from pediatric to 450 lbs. controls for lowering or raising resident in a power failure Vanderlift II/Vancare, Inc. Battery powered lift for Optional scale weighing up patients to 600 pounds. Mini Lift/Waverley Glen A stand aid and transfer Provides a fully body device. Easy to use support to raise a client electronically controlled effectively in the most stand aid, designed for natural standing clients with reduced mobility movement available and physical strength. Ideal for dressing and toileting applications.

Ceiling Lifts PRODUCT/MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION KEY ADVANTAGE Bravo/Arjo, Inc. Lifts up to 600 lbs. with Dynamic Positioning System heavy duty, three-point (DPS) four-point tilting frame. spreader bar and standard sling range. DH Lifting System/Guldmann, Inc. System is available as a free- Ceiling mounted lift does not standing removable unit, or take up floor space as a wall/ceiling mounted system for patient transfers. Likorail/Liko, Inc. Handles even the heaviest Self -braking motor. Lift stops lifting assignments: single automatically if power is motor lifts up to 507 lbs., interrupted. dual motor version lifts 1,014 lbs. Overhead Lift/Horcher Lifting Systems Lifts up to 400 lbs. and Can use one lift in a variety of patients with sufficient upper locations and an unlimited body strength may operate number of track lift independently. configurations Portable Lift/Horcher Lifting Systems Lift motor up and down while Weight of 18.5 lbs. and is caregiver moves lift along the portable. track with a finger push. The Lift-Aid 2000/Lift-Aid, Inc. Fixed gantry system for Free-standing, unattached patient transfers of up to 500 unit allows transfers in all Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 12 of 29

lbs. directions.

Pinnacle III/THE Medical Heavy duty fixed lift w/an 1,000 lb. capacity. extra wide, extra long lifting strap for safety. Includes dual controls, emergency down, curtain pass-through & standardized face plate. Stratus Portable/THE Medical Portable ceiling lift with all 600 lb. lifting capacity. metal drive trains; auto leveling/6 point spreader bar; extra wide/extra long lift strap; dual controls; emergency stop; curtain pass-through; integrated lift counter; weigh scale option. Track to Track 100/SureHands Lift & A transfer device that works Can be used in multiple Care Systems by rollers gliding smoothly in locations. a track.

TransActive/Waverley Glen Track mounted battery Whisper quiet operation powered lift with automatic battery conservation. Transportable/Waverley Glen Transportable lift has a 8 foot Portable and light-weight. vertical reach. Voyager/BHM Medical, Inc. Ultra thin lift offering Automatic repositioning maximum height clearance system for transfer of patients. Lifting capacity of 550 lbs. Voyager Portable/BHM Medical Lift enables the transfer of a "Quick Release" feature patient from a bed, chair or allows disengagement of the floor. strap and quick install or removal of the lift from the track. Voyager Series/BHM Medical. Inc. Transfer patients 190 kg- Automatic return to charger 365 kg (420-800 lbs.)

Powered Standing Lifts PRODUCT/MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION KEY ADVANTAGE Chorus/Arjo, Inc. Raises a patient to a standing Detachable position, transfers the patient commode/transfer seat for dressing and toileting complete with bedpan and safely. holder Encore/Arjo, Inc. Comfort Circle raises patients Proactive Pad is a height into a standing position for adjustable knee support that dressing, toileting and allows the natural flexion of transferring. the ankle and forward movement of the lower leg during standing. Ergostand/BHM Medical, Inc. Motorized system for patient Multi-positioned handles transfers. close to caregiver and non- Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 13 of 29

skid foot base.

EZ Stand/EZ Way, Inc. Designed specifically to Used as a walker, standing facilitate toileting for weight table, and transfers from bearing patients. chairs to wheelchairs to beds. Faaborg Stand-Up Used primarily for weight Has a 550 lb. capacity. Lifts/Moving Solutions bearing patients to assist in Variable parallel-leg base standing. operated by a button. Liftem/Millennium Medical Portable patient lift and No physical movement of the Products, Inc. transfer system. Capacity of lift is required to transfer up to 700 lbs. patients. Lizzie Lift/Handicap Helpers, Portable patient lift and It eliminates risky styles of Inc. transfer system. Capacity of lifts that use "slings, trapeze up to 600 lbs. bars, chain & triangles," and don't provide a solid full weight support under the complete patient. Med-Fit Transporter/Med-Fit Two-in one mobility aid: Combination walker and total Systems, Inc. walker component and lift lift component Medi-SSL 2 /Medi-Man Sit-Stand transfer system Can weigh a client in any Rehabilitation Products, Inc. with a 400 lb. capacity position. Facilitates transfers in confined areas. Raisa Lift /Horcher Lifting Has a 350 lb. lifting capacity Can bring patient into a Systems for patient transfers. reclined position while in the sling for a bed transfer. Ready Stand /Nor-Am Open design lift for easy Foot pedal designed for easy Patient Care Solutions toileting of patients opening and closing of legs. Reliant Stand Up Lift Serves a range of Multi-functional slings allow it /Invacare Corporation dependency levels in to be a standing lift or seated transfers. transfer lift. Sabina Lift / Liko, Inc. Sit-Stand lift for users who For load training, promotion can actively participate in of circulation and stimulation transfer process. of natural body functions. Sarita / Arjo, Inc. Used to raise patients to a Automatic safety stop if standing position or prepare lowered onto an obstacle. them for toileting. Stand Aid / Stand Aid of Device for physically Accommodates individuals Iowa, Inc. challenged individuals. Allows 4'2" to 7' tall up to 400 lbs. users to be vertically stabilized with 100% weight bearing Stand-N-Weigh / Medcare Patient is weighed during a Changing garments is faster Products transfer in a standing posture. The Vera / Vancare, Inc. Helps patients into a standing 350 lb. capacity and position. adjustable foot and knee stand. Mini-Lift / Waverley Glen A stand aid and transfer Provides dull body support to device. Electronically raise a client effectively in controlled, designed for the most natural standing clients with reduced mobility movement available. and physical strength. Ideal for dressing and toileting applications. Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 14 of 29

Total Lift PPL Lift / Wy-East Designed for use outside the 330 lb. capacity Medical hospital environment, it can transfer patients laterally from the bed, then transforms into a chair for easy transport.

Sliding Boards PRODUCT/MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION KEY ADVANTAGE BeasyGlyder / Beatrice M. Used for independent or Supports up to 400 lbs., non- Brantman, Inc. assisted transfers between slip rubber pads under board. wheelchair and bed, commode etc. BeasyTrans / Beatrice M. Portable transfer device with Provides frictionless sliding Brantman, inc. circular seat that rotates 360 transfers, portable degrees for patient transfers.

ErgoSlide LT / ErgoSafe One piece non-mechanical One piece heavy-duty nylon device to laterally transfer tube with four sets of handles from one surface to another that folds for easy storage. without involving multiple caregivers, lifting the patient, or using mechanical equipment. Sheet Transfer System / Performs transfers into an Weighs 7.8 oz. and is 33"L x Total Medical Systems, Inc. upright position. 22"W Patient Transfer Shifter / Smooth polyethylene board Slip coating prevents patient Total Medical Systems, Inc. used for transfers from bed to from sticking to the mover. stretcher to table. Comes in 18" for narrow width, weighs 7 3/4 lbs. Waverley Glen Boars / For assisted or independent Anti-slip pads at each end Waverley Glen transfers. Made from hard- help secure the board, rubber wearing polyethylene and pads on the underside for angled to make positioning added security. easier.

Transfer Chairs PRODUCT/MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION KEY ADVANTAGE Converta-Litter / Camtec Converts from chair to Sitting on the head end will Division of Cambridge stretcher laterally and not tip converta-litter. Technologies, Inc. eliminates patient transfers. Facilitates a bed pan when put into a stretcher position then raised to a sitting position. Stretchair 800P / Stretchair Oversized chair for bariatric Hydraulic assist and central Patient Transfer Systems patients. Functions as a bed, braking. wheelchair and stretcher, eliminating difficult patient Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 15 of 29

transfers. Stretcher Chair / Stryker Used to move patients from a Ergonomic seat tilt allows a Patient Handling prone position to a seated recliner position, 24" wide one. and 74" length patient surface.

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Standing Assist Aids PRODUCT/MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION KEY ADVANTAGE ArcoRail / ArcoRail System Used for repositioning Handrail that rotates 360 patients and providing degrees and locks in four assistance getting in and out positions. of bed. Bed-Bar /Brown Engineering Corp. Support rail people use for Applicable for people of any assistance in and out of bed. age or physical condition, short-term or long-term use. Bed Handles /BedSide Assistant Assist patients get out of bed. Does not need to be raised Handles are 20" wide and 16" and lowered. Can be used on up from the box spring. any bed. Easy Pivot Lifts /Rand-Scot, Inc. Device used for transfer of Wide wheel base reduces patients from a wheelchair to chance of tipping. a chair or bed. The Easy Stand 5000 / Altimate Used for individuals who can Base has a powder coat finish Medical, Inc. transfer independently and with level glides to adjust for have upper body balance and uneven floors. strength. Easy Stand 6000 Glider / Provides safe, dynamic leg Glider handles are designed Altimate Medical, Inc. motion for individuals who with a linkage system - one are unable to stand upright leg moves forward while the independently. other moves back. Easy Stand 7000 Series Standing lift for children from Activity tray and front support Magician / Altimate Medical, Inc. 32" to 56" tall; functions as a padding while sitting and desk and a stander. standing.

Econo Stand / Stand Aid of Iowa, Hand operated hydraulic lift Allows users to be vertically Inc. used to aid users from a stabilized with 100% weight wheelchair to standing bearing. position. Lift Stand Wheelchair / Fully motorized chair allows Remote swing away joystick Independence Providers, Inc. transfers from sitting to allows for easier access to standing with power tables and desks. assistance and allows mobility in either position. Pivot Pole / North Coast Medical, Allows person with limited Handles glide smoothly on Inc. strength to transfer from bed nylon bearings and it stops wheelchair easier and without the patient from pivoting out assistance. of position. PRI HandStand / Care Catalog Designed for users with Folding frame to 6" depth for Services sufficient upperbody strength easy transport and storage. to lift themselves into a standing position. PRI Grandstand / Care Catalog Hydraulic lift for clients to Accommodates electric and Services stand and stretch during work extra wide wheelchairs. activities. SturdyGrip / Orthofab, Inc. A safety pole system that can No need for permanent be installed anywhere in the installation; held in place by home without the need for compression between the permanent fixation. floor and ceiling. Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 17 of 29

SuperPole / Healthcraft Products, The pole is held solid by a No need for wall mounts, Inc. jackscrew expansion between versatile- can be used beside floor and ceiling. The pole a bed, bath, toilet, or chair provides assistance in standing or moving. Steady Aid 3500x and 1500 / THE Sit-to-stand mobile lift with 450 lb. capacity with leg Medical dual controls, removable foot support harness. place & knee pad, calf strap, power base widening. Transfer Handle Model 2025M / Helps prevents falls and For people up to 250 lbs. and Mobility Transfer Systems, Inc. injuries, assists with balance use a walker, bedside and standing. Made if steel, commode, or wheelchair. and mounted to a bed board. Removable handle. Trapeze Bars / Invacare Helps patients change Free standing support, folds positions while in bed and flat for easy storage. aids in transfers from bed to chair. Uplift Seat Assist / Uplift Assist user to get up easier Portable and weighs only 9 Technologies, Inc. from a surface. pounds. Mini-Lift / Waverley Glen A stand aid and transfer Provides dull body support to device. Electronically raise a client effectively in the controlled, designed for most natural standing clients with reduced mobility movement available. and physical strength. Ideal for dressing and toileting applications.

Other Mobility Aids PRODUCT/MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION KEY ADVANTAGE

AMI/IMS Transfer Seat / Designed for full-size and minivans Rotation of the seat up to 140 Independent Mobility Systems for level transfers from wheelchair degrees. or scooter to seat.

Lift and Transport System / When lifted, transported, weighed Four pieces of equipment in Anderlift or bathed, the patient is resting on one - a bather, bed scale, a "hammock" created by a custom transportation system and sheet and nestled in the frame. power patient lift. 500 lb. capacity

Cart Caddy Lite / DJ Products A battery powered, electric tug The CartCaddyLite is designed with enough power to ergonomically designed to push or pull carts that can typically prevent the strains and pains be pushed or pulled by one often associated with manually person. pushing and pulling heavy carts and equipment. 1,500 lb. capacity. Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 18 of 29

Cart Caddy Shorty / DJ Products A battery powered, electric tug The CartCaddyShorty is designed with enough power to ergonomically designed to push or pull carts that can typically prevent the strains and pains be pushed or pulled by one often associated with manually person. pushing and pulling heavy carts and equipment. 3,000 lb. capacity. Casbar / Casbar A bar that spans handles of Casbar allows user to place wheelchair making it easier to hands in different positions push and handle. when pushing a wheelchair.

PowerPal 1000 / Dane Industries A workplace safety solution that Compact & low profile, clean eliminates the strain and pain of look, easy maneuverability and pushing/pulling heavy wheeled quick operation. With loads, battery powered; custom ergonomic design and quick to hitches; handles up to 2,000 lbs. learn features.

BedMover / Dane Industries Power-assisted hospital bed cart Single staff person can move a making safe patient moving and heavily loaded bed with handling secure and effortless. fingertip ease.

Wheelchair Mover / Dane Power-assisted wheelchair mover Powered device assists in Industries making wheelchair transport safer for the operator especially up and down ramps to reduce potential injury or physical strain. Electra-Ride II / Bruno Battery powered stair lift for Safety sensor foot plate and a Independent Living Aids patient transport. 45 degree rotation seat at both top and bottom of stairs. Accommodates up to 350 lbs.

Medical Mover (M2) / ERGOtech Eliminates stress on arms, back , With a 1800 pound capacity, shoulders and wrists while moving the M2 provides easy, safe and hospital beds and stretchers, with efficient transport of patients. or without patients. It attaches and detaches in seconds and fits into most elevators with the bed attached. Hercules 3000 / Pride Mobility Permits active toileting with one Gear box location allows staff member greater clearance in height. Winch motor uses a dynamic braking system to hold load at any point. LiftnWalk / LiftnWalk LLC Lifts from sitting, supports while This unique and patent pending walking and lowers safely. design fills the gap between conventional gait walkers and mobility and transporter devices designed for confined area lifting and limited gait walking. Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 19 of 29

Minor Aquatec Bathlift / Clarke Provides assistance bathing. Fits into any standard bathtub Health Care Products, Inc. and is portable.

Nautica Bath Lift / BHM Medical Used for the transport of patients Compact and lightweight. into a bath tub.

Shower Aide / Shower Aids, Inc. Stainless steel bench is used in Accommodates bathers up to showers or tubs. 350 lbs.

Slider Shower Chair / Assistive Gives patient support in the bath- Rolls directly over any Technology, Inc. tub. Rolling shower chair with commode, works with all interlocks with removable support standard size tubs. frame.

Statmover / Statmover Transports carts, stretchers and Easily move cart with 600 lb other hospital equipment. patient.

Swivel Bather / Assistive Designed for those with difficulty Seat back folds down for easy Technology, Inc. lowering into and rising out of the storage and transport. bathtub. Seat rotates 360 degrees Accommodates up to 250 lbs. and locks into four positions.

Trans Star Procedural Transports patients. 5th wheel steering plus system- Stretcher / Hill-Rom one person can easily maneuver the stretcher.

Tub Slide Shower Chair / RD Rolls into shower to provide seated Top of shower chair can be slid Equipment, Inc. assistance for user. over bathtub as one unit.

Repositioning Devices PRODUCT/MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION KEY ADVANTAGE

SUPINE REPOSITIONING DEVICES Easy Move II Glide Sheets / Easi Mover II Glide Sheets are Reduces risk of skin sheering Andicap low-friction sheets used to during patient handling tasks. reposition bed-dependent One or two caretakers may be patients to the head of the bed. used to reposition a patient using this device. Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 20 of 29

Glide and Lock / Andicap The Glide and Lock Device is a It does not need to be removed manual repositioning device by the caretaker after patient that can be used to reposition a being repositioned. This device patient to the head of the bed or eliminates the need for the to a seated position in bed. It is caretaker to lift the patient. compatible to use for patient Low-friction characteristics of repositioning in wheelchairs. the system also reduces risk of sheer injuries among bedridden patients.

Glide and Lock Bed / Andicap The Glide and Lock Bed system It does not need to be removed is a manual repositioning device by the caretaker after patient that can be used to reposition a being repositioned. This device patient to the head of the bed or eliminates the need for the to a seated position in bed. caretaker to lift the patient. Low-friction characteristics of the system also reduces the risk of sheer injuries among bedridden patients. Glide Sheets / Andicap These Glide Sheets are made of Reduces the need to lift the a low-friction material allowing patient. for feasible repositioning of a bed-dependent patient to the head of the bed.

Pressure Reducing Glide Lock The Pressure Reducing Glide The system allows for Sheets / Andicap Lock Sheet is a low friction repositioning tasks to be carried repositioning device that may out without the carer needing to be used to reposition a patient lift the patient. This device also in a bed or chair. allows a patient with enough upper body strength to reposition themselves up on bed or to a seated position. This product is designed for the incorporation of a pressure reducing cushion into the device.

Smart Sheet / Andicap The Smart Sheet is a low friction Bed-dependent patients are device that can be used to repositioned without the need to reposition a patient to the head lift, and reducing shearing of the bed or to a seated effects on the patient’s skin. position. Handles are located along the sides and on both ends for a firm grip during repositioning. Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 21 of 29

Ergo Sheet / ErgoSafe An ultra-low friction Used to reposition or turn a ergonomically inclined device patient in bed or to assist in "no that aids caregivers in moving lift" maneuvers. or positioning patients while encouraging good posture without causing undue stress to either the patient or the caregiver.

ErgoSlide / ErgoSafe Patented nylon material sewn Used to reposition or turn a into a long tube to assist patient in bed or to assist in "no caregivers in repositioning a lift" maneuvers. patient in bed while reducing the risk of injury to the caregiver by not lifting, but sliding the patient. EZ Repositioner / EZ Way, Inc. Allows for safe repositioning up Can work on a person weighing and own in bed. up to 300 lbs., beneficial to skin breakdown.

Liko Sheet and Liko Straps with Manual repositioning devices Patient can be continually Sling Side-Bars / Liko, Inc. use to reposition a patient up to repositioned. Sheet may remain the head of the bed more under the patient between feasibly. patient handling tasks.

Locomotor Uni-Slide System / This manual device can be used Its’ unidirectional slide allows Medisave (UK) Ltd. to reposition a patient to the the patient to independently head of the bed or into a seated reposition him/herself. One or position without the patient two caretakers may be used for slipping back down. repositioning using this device.

Nordic Slide / Moving Solutions The Nordic Slide is a low-friction, The interior of the sheet is device that may be used to designed to eliminate friction reposition a patient up in bed. during repositioning.

Flat Sheet Patient Mover / The Flat Sheet Patient Mover is One or two caretakers can use Salveo Ltd. a low-friction repositioning this device to reposition a single device that may be used to patient to the head of the bed. manually reposition bed- dependent patients.

Quilted Slide Sheet / Salveo, Ltd. This quilted slide sheet is a It is supplied with a waterproof manual repositioning device cover that can in itself be used that may be used by one or two as a slide sheet. or more caregivers to reposition a patient in bed. Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 22 of 29

Ultra Slide Sheet / Salveo, Ltd. Low-friction sheets used to These sheets reduce risk of reposition a patient in bed sheering of patient’s skin. manually. They may be used to There is no need to lift with use reposition a patient to the head of Ultra Slide Sheets. of the bed or to reposition a patient to a seated position.

Uni Slide / Salveo, Ltd. Tubular manual repositioning This device repositions a patient device that may be used to in one direction only, avoiding reposition a patient to a seated slipping back down into a chair position or to the head of the or in bed. One or two caretakers bed. can use this low-friction device for repositioning patients in bed or in wheelchairs.

Safety Sure Transfer Slide / A padded tube of fabric used to Various sizes all for use with Scan Medical transfer or reposition a patient varying dependency levels of in bed. patients.

Mooveez Slider Sheet / Slider Manual repositioning device that Low-friction repositioning is Sheets, Inc. can be used to turn or boost a feasible for health care workers patient in bed as well as for using this device. Stays under lateral transfers. the patient 24/7, machine washable.

Sliding Sheet / Surehands This manual repositioning Two easy grip handles are device can be used to reposition located on the lateral sides of a dependent patient to the head the device, allowing for a firm of the bed. It is made of low- grip during the repositioning friction material aiding in easy task. repositioning of the patient by two caretakers.

SEATED REPOSITIONING DEVICES Glide and Lock Chair / Andicap The Glide and Lock chair system This device eliminates the need is a manual repositioning device for the caretaker to lift the that can be used to reposition a patient. Low-friction patient in a chair. It does not characteristics of the system need to be removed by the also reduces risk of sheer caretaker after patient being injuries. repositioned. Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 23 of 29

Glide and Lock Wheelchair / The Glide and Lock wheelchair It does not need to be removed Andicap system is a manual by the caretaker after the repositioning device that can be patient is repositioned. This used to reposition a patient in a device eliminates the need for wheelchair. the caretaker to lift the patient. Low-friction characteristics of this product also reduces risk of sheer injuries.

Slings Sizes Vendor Sling Name Details Material Used Available Arjo Standard Sling Has head support, XS, S, M, used with Maxilift, L, XL Dextra, Bianca Color coded Padded sling Has reinforced, XS, S, M, padded leg pieces L, XL for comfort; used Color with Maxilift, coded Dextra, Bianca Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 24 of 29

Mesh Slings with Bathing/showering XS, S, M, extended length L, XL Color coded

Toilet slings with Toileting XS, S, M, extra padding L, XL around back Color coded

Toilet sling with Toileting, built in XS, S, M, head support head support with L, XL extra padding Color under arms. coded

Amputee sling Closed leg pieces XS, S, M, securing double L, XL amputees Color coded

Guldmann Basic Supports whole Basic Slings body excluding head (goes up to neck). For bed to wheelchair transfers. Low Supports body up to shoulder height (goes under armpits level). For chair-bed transfers. High Supports whole body including head Guldmann Micro Supports upper Polyester Kids, XS, Active Slings body & upper S, M, L, thighs XL, XXL Micro Plus Supports upper Polyester Kids, XS, body, side & chest, S, M, L, upper thigh XL, XXL Trainer Supports chest & Polyester 10-14, XS, shoulder areas, S, M, L, detachable leg XL, XXL straps Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 25 of 29

Guldmann Sit-on Supports thigh Net Custom Slings bone & higher on back for persons sitting in sling for a long time. Sit-on high Supports thigh Net (not suitable for bone & higher on patients with back for persons pressure sores) sitting in sling for a long time. Amputee Supports whole Polyester S, M, L body up to shoulder height & pelvis region Horcher UPG-1. 2 piece Wheelchair users Slip resistant M quick sling (1 for aerotex, mesh or thoracic, other for fleece cover both legs) Horcher 3 piece quick sling Good for toileting Mesh/aerotex, M Standard Slings (1 for thoracic, 2 fleece cover pieces for each leg) Universal Sling Transfers, bathing, Mesh, nylon, XS, S, M, toileting. No head parasilk, padded L, XL support. fabric Universal with Same as above Mesh, nylon, XS, S, M, head support but with head parasilk, padded L, XL support. fabric, head support. Double amputee Full bottomed sling Mesh, nylon, S, M, L sling parasilk Horcher Double amputee Full bottomed sling Nylon, parasilk, M, L Comfort Slings sling with head with head support padded fabric, support head support, clips Lexa Sling Head support that Mash, nylon, XS, S, M, cradles body parasilk, padded L, XL fabric, head support, clips Toileting sling with Open bottomed Nylon, padded XS, S, M, head support sling fabric, head L, XL support, clips Toileting sling Open bottomed Mesh, padded M, L, XL without head sling fabric, loops, support clips Horcher Raisa corset sling Goes around Nylon, Aerotex, M, L, XL Standing Aid Sling thoracic clips Liko Head support Head support with Polyester, cotton XXS, XS, slings (4 styles or without open net polyester & S, M, L, including pediatric) bottom plastic coated XL, XXL net (bathing) Color Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 26 of 29

coded Full back slings (2 Reinforced padded Polyester, cotton XXS, XS, styles) leg net polyester & S, M, L, plastic coated XL, XXL net (bathing) Color coded Lowback slings (2 Active patients Polyester, cotton XXS, XS, styles) net polyester & S, M, L, plastic coated XL, XXL net (bathing) Color coded Toilet slings with Toileting Polyester XXS, XS, extra padding S, M, L, around back XL, XXL Color coded Toilet safety belt Toileting Polyester XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL Color coded Toilet Vest with Toileting, built-in Polyester XXS, XS, torso and head head support with S, M, L, support (2 styles) extra padding XL, XXL under arms Color coded Amputee Slings (2 Closed leg pieces Polyester & net XXS, XS, styles) securing double polyester S, M, L, amputees XL, XXL Color coded Ambulation Vest Partial weight Polyester & XXS, XS, bearing plastic coated S, M, L, net XL, XXL Color coded Ambulation Pants Static weight- Net polyester XS, S, M, bearing, L, XL ambulation and Color gait training coded Repositioning Remains under 50/50 440 lbs. Sheets patient, pulls up Polyester/cotton, 1014 lbs. and turns net polyester Repositioning Does not remain Polyester 440 lbs. Straps under limb. 1014 lbs. Holding and positioning also. Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 27 of 29

Surehands Lift & Care Universal/standard Has a cut-out for Solid fabric or Systems toileting, supports mesh whole body, with or without head support Hygiene Sling Toilet transfers Waverley Glen Hammock Combines toileting Mesh or quilted Junior, S, access with fully nylon/polyester M, L, XL body and head support. Leg and head straps, with loops allowing for various sitting positions. Universal Multi-purpose, Nylon/polyester Junior, S, provides toileting M, L, XL access as well as back and thigh support. Leg, hip and shoulder straps and features loops to accommodate various seating positions. Option for added head and neck support. Positioning Four pairs of Nylon/polyester Junior, S, straps and mesh. M, L, XL features loops to support the head in various positions. Used for repositioning or transfers to other horizontal surfaces. Hygiene Specifically Nylon/polyester Junior, S, designed for quilted M, L, XL toileting. Access is unrestricted. Leg and shoulder straps with loops for various seating positions. Wide strap across the chest provides additional upper body support. Stretcher Stainless steel Nylon/polyester Standard. frame, fabric can mesh Option to be removed. Two customize pairs of straps with to fit Technology Resource Guide | Rev. 9.1.05 | Page 28 of 29

multiple loops are irregular attached to the spaces. frames. Walking Assists in the safe Mesh/padded Junior, S, lifting of individuals M, L, XL from a seated to a standing position. Offers upper body support and freedom or movement. Standing Dual purpose Nylon/polyester Junior, S, slings allowing a mesh/padded. M, L, XL natural sit to stand movement. Functional from both beside and chair surface, this sling encourages pivot transfers, ambulation and toileting.

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Sling Types by Function/Task Sling Type/ Special Function/Task Category Criteria Considerations Manufacturer Vertical transfers, toileting, Seated Patients’ sitting Wounds affecting Arjo bathing, repositioning in chair, tolerance, hip & transfers & BHM Medical fall rescue knee flexion positioning Guldmann Horcher Invacare Liko Surehands Vancare Waverley Glen Wy’East Medical Toileting, vertical transfers, Standing Ability to grasp & Wounds affecting Arjo functional sit-stand hold handle with at transfers & BHM Medical training/support, dressing, least one hand, positioning Guldmann pericare partial weight Horcher bearing, level of Invacare cooperation, follow Liko simple commands Surehands Vancare Waverley Glen Wy’East Medical Lateral transfers, making an Supine Need for patient to Wounds affecting Arjo occupied bed, toileting, bathing, remain flat, Need transfers & BHM Medical repositioning in bed, fall rescue more than one positioning Horcher caregiver Invacare Vancare Waverley Glen Wy’East Medical Ambulation training and support Walking Partial weight Wounds, Arjo bearing, level of hypotension BHM Medical cooperation, Horcher consult Dr. & Liko therapist for Waverley Glen readiness Wy’East Medical Limb support for wound Limb Sustained holding Wounds, comfort, Liko debridement, surgical support- of any extremity to circulation, procedures, bathing lift straps perform pt. care neurovascular Note: lift straps and joint not on web site, considerations, if please contact task is of long manufacturer duration directly