Invacare Universal High Manuel D'utilisation page 6

Universal High
Thank you for purchasing an Invacare®sling.
The following user guide must be read and adhered to, or the warranty may be void.
Please check your sling on delivery – if the sling is not in perfect condition, please contact your
supplier.
The Invacare®Universal Sling is available with or without head support, the head support being
created by removable plastic spines within the fabric. The sling can be used for highly physically
dependent clients and allows for easy access for personal hygiene. It is easily applied in both
sitting and lying position.
Sling application – Sitting in chair or wheelchair
Lean the client forward ensuring that they are well supported to reduce risk of falling and to
promote feelings of security.
Slide sling down behind the back of the client in a central position with the aperture apex
aligned with the base of the spine.
Sit the client back against the sling. Picture 1.
Pass the leg support towards the front of the chair to each side of the thigh and under the
thigh. Picture 2.
Sling application – Lying in bed or on floor
If the client is able to sit up from the bed or floor, this will ease the application.
Lean the client forward ensuring that they are well supported to reduce risk of falling and to
promote feelings of security.
Slide sling down behind the back of the client in a central position with the aperture apex
aligned with the base of the spine.
Sit the client back against the sling. Picture 3.
Alternatively, roll the sling to mid-way and roll the client to one side to position the rolled up
sling under the lifted side. Note to place the centre of the sling (green mark) along the spine.
Roll the client to the other side, unroll the sling and roll the client back into position on the
sling. Picture 4.
Bend the knees one at a time to apply the sling under the legs.
Application of the legs straps
Crossed legs straps:
For maximum security, cross the legs straps or use the modesty strap. This will reduce the risk
of forward pitching and also maintain a better alignment of the hips and lower limbs. Picture 5.
Looping the leg sections together:
If the client is an amputee or feels this is more comfortable, the leg straps can be placed upon
each other. Ensure that the client is not prone to spasm and there has been a risk assessment
completed to address the possibility of forward pitching. Picture 6.
Uncrossed leg straps:
Each leg can be applied of its own to the spreader bar or lifting strap. This can be recommended
when the client has a special sensitive abdomen or at intimate hygiene. Picture 7.
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