Recovery from a wound, whether a stage 1 pressure injury or a full thickness wound, requires an individualized approach. The acronym, APIE, frequently includes trial and error, and complex testing to the find the right solutions at the right time to heal a wound.

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.

Arjo’s TheraRest Mattress Replacement Range has been designed to provide reliable pressure redistribution performance. The TheraRest SMS is available in two models:

The Loop hammock sling - 6 straps is a total lift sling that provides full head and neck support and double thigh padding for comfort. The additional straps provide more support for patient/resident. This sling is made of a quick drying mesh fabric that makes it ideal for bathing as well as general transfers.

The Loop hammock sling - 4 straps is a total lift sling that provides full head and neck support and double thigh padding for comfort. This sling is made of a quick drying mesh fabric that makes it ideal for bathing as well as general transfers.

The Sara clip standing sling - flat 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. This sling has a more narrow design compared to the Sara Flex standing sling.

The Clip bathing sling - unpadded legs is suitable for bathing and showering activities as the mesh material allows water to pass easily through the sling.

The Clip bathing sling - unpadded and extended legs is suitable for bathing and showering as the mesh material allows water to pass easily through the sling. The extended leg sling has been designed to create a longer reach around the thighs if needed.

The Bariatric loop hammock sling is suitable for assisted transfers of plus-size patients and residents that require full body support during the transfer. It is designed for transfers when the patient is semi-reclined and does not tolerate leg straps positioned between the legs.

The Bariatric loop comfort sling is suitable for assisted transfers of plus-size patients and residents that require full body support during the transfer. It is designed with extra padding in the most stressed areas to enhance patient comfort.

The Sara Flex 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.

Arjo MOVE helped Baptist Memorial reduce staff injuries by 80 percent on average across their large system of hospitals.

Adventist Health Sonora is a community medical center that has a vision to transform the health experience of its community by improving health, enhancing interactions, and making care more accessible. This vision also includes the health and well-being of all of its employees.

The Nimbus 4 system provides effective active pressure redistribution (alternating therapy) combined with automatic adjustment to the weight, size and position of the individual. It combines Wound Valve Technology, Heelguard, and automatic adjustment of cell pressures, providing effective pressure redistribution to a wide range of patient management issues.

The Phoenix 2™ is a clinically designed chair to provide maximum postural support and comfort.