Promove Slings - a solution for wheelchair transfer

“The ProMove Sling is a disabled lifting sling for when you can’t take your hoist with you. It can help disabled people transfer from a wheelchair to just about anywhere.
This is an innovative disabled lifting sling that is incredibly light & portable, making it a realistic alternative when a hoist is not an option, enabling a transfer/lift that is safe, comfortable and dignified”, it says on the oficial website.
Promove Slings are a much needed product due to the fact that the only way to move a disabled person where a hoist isn’t present is by picking them up under the arms and trying to move them as carefully as possible.

Promove has a range of different slings for different people to ensure all age groups are covered and transferring with a sling is possible for all individuals who need support.

Promove offer two separate adult slings. Each sling is designed so the wheelchair user can be transferred with the support of 2-4 handles lifting them safely.

There are many benefits to Promove Slings over being lifted manually. The key ones include:
• Being transferred without being uncomfortably manhandled
• Friends and family can move you without risk of injury
• Assurance that you can be evacuated safely in an emergency
• Easy to carry in its own carry bag or stored in your rucksack
• Multiple sizes mean they are accessible to all who need them
• They provide an intermediate step for children getting used to hoisting.

Adapted from: http://livingwithdisability.info/page/4/

More info: http://www.promove.uk.com/

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