Patient Hoist Equipment
In the dynamic landscape of patient handling, our comprehensive range of cutting-edge solutions aims to redefine the standards of care environments. Featuring an array of patient lifts, including the innovative Integralift, our offerings extend to lifting hoists equipped with spreader bars for enhanced safety.
Ultimate Guide to Patient Hoist Equipment
Your complete resource for understanding, choosing, and using hoisting systems safely and efficiently.
What is a Patient Hoist?
A hoist is a crucial piece of healthcare equipment designed to assist in the safe transfer of individuals with physical disabilities from one location to another. In care settings, hoists help reduce the risk of injuries associated with manual lifting for both caregivers and patients. Proper training ensures that using a hoist is both efficient and safer than attempting to lift someone manually.
Selecting the appropriate hoist involves considering factors such as the individual’s ability to be hoisted, their weight, and the environment where the hoist will be used. Consulting with approved suppliers and healthcare professionals is essential to determine the right specification, including the type of hoist system and compatible accessories like slings and spreader bars.
Overhead hoist systems, particularly ceiling-mounted ones like Innova’s AirRise and Airglide360, are commonly used. These systems are integrated into the ceiling, conserving floor space and minimizing trip hazards. They offer a greater lifting range, making them suitable for transfers between rooms or varying positions. In environments such as care homes and hospices, H-frame or X-Y systems are prevalent, allowing for versatile transfers between multiple locations, such as from a bed to a chair or wheelchair.
For a comprehensive guide on selecting the right hoist system, refer to our article What is a Hoist?.