With a holistic focus on mind and body, occupational therapy and safe patient handling (SPH) complement each other because of the importance that mobility plays on improving one’s overall quality of life.

The Disposable bariatric loop sling is suitable for assisted transfers of plus-size patients and residents that require full body support during the transfer. It is designed to accompany a patient throughout the hospital stay and can be used in exactly the same way as standard bariatric slings but it cannot be laundered.

Mobility is life. When people move, they are able to engage with their environment. Playing ball with a child, cooking a meal with friends or simply walking down the street… all these types of activities help to create meaning in our lives.

The Disposable clip sling is used for a range of everyday patient handling activities, such as bed and chair-related transfers. It is designed to accompany a patient throughout the hospital stay and can be used in exactly the same way as standard clip slings but it cannot be laundered.

The Disposable loop repositioning sling assists the caregiver to move or reposition the patient in bed including turning to and from the prone position and lateral transfer from one flat surface to another. It can reduce the risk of cross-contamination as it stays with the patient. It may be left under the patient between transfers (if clinical assessment allows).

The Sara Flex disposable standing sling in conjunction with the lift enables a single caregiver to assist a patient or resident from a seated to a standing position, in one natural movement. It supports infection prevention and safe patient handling routines.

An effective and intuitive solution for the prevention and management of pressure injuries.

transferring plus-size patients in a supine position from one flat surface to another. The sling dimensions fit with the Arjo bariatric beds.

Optimising care and assisted living facilities | Arjo Optimising care and assisted living facilities. Based on the Positive Eight™ philosophy - improving the entire care process. For happy, healthy, mobile patients.

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In recognition of World Thrombosis Day on October 13th, Arjo embraces efforts to raise awareness of thrombosis with our “eyes open to thrombosis” on this day and every day.

Today, we welcome Grace Hukushi, RN, BSN, Arjo Clinical Manager, to discuss voice of customer research conducted with clinical end-users of the Flowtron ACS900 pump and Tri Pulse sequential garment range in several countries.