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Hammock style
The Hammock with Hole Sling is available in a variety of materials (see the Technical tab). It has been more popular with some double amputees or contracted patients in fall-out chairs as they may find it more comfortable than the split leg Sling design. Patients sitting in fall-out chairs can also be rolled to place the Sling under them.
To put on the patient, it is best to lay the folded Sling on the bed next to the patient and then roll the patient onto the Sling, similar to placing a draw sheet under a patient. The hole is provided for toileting and once fitted, it may be best to leave the patient sitting in the Sling to avoid refitting once the patient is sitting down in a chair. A central vertical line of stitching indicates the middle of the Sling. This should be lined up with the patient’s spine so the Sling is evenly fitted.
This Sling is also available in a strong netting or mesh material. The large holes of the netting Sling allow water to drain away after bathing. It also allows Carers to pat the patient dry while in the Sling. The smaller holes in the mesh material allow for bathing and both Slings give ventilation when the Slings are left under the patients.
A similar Sling is the
Hammock with Chair Pad Sling
(sold separately). This Sling has a non-slip backing and a Chair Pad is sewn to the inside. The non-slip backing keeps the Sling in position in the chair. The Chair Pad gives extra padded insulation from vinyl covers on the chairs. The Sling can be left under the patient reducing manual handling and discomfort for the patient.
View the full range of
Hoist Slings Equipment
here.
ALTERNATIVE OR RELATED PRODUCTS
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Sling Inspection Tags
Item #
570
Safe Working Load:
200kg / 440lbs (In accordance with ISO 10535:2011)
ARTG:
99879
GMDN:
40535
Attachment Method:
Metal hook coathanger type hoists
Sizes:
Special sizes made on request.
Materials Available:
Material
Photo
Type
Notes
Standard White
Nylon
This is called a solid material, as it is not a Mesh or Netting material that has holes in the material. The Nylon has some slipperiness, to make it easier to slide down behind a patient’s back, when they are sitting in a chair.
Blue Mesh
Polyester
This is a soft and comfortable Mesh with small holes. The holes can be cooler for the patient.  Sometimes this material will be used for showering or in a bath.
Polyester Blue
Polyester
A comfortable, solid material, like the Nylon material, but not as slippery.
All Day Sling Material
Nylon
A strong, thin material with a Rip Stop thread in the material, to help reduce or prevent ripping. As the material is breathable the Slings can be left under the patients sitting in chairs. This reduces the need to remove the Sling after the patient has been hoisted into a chair, and then replace the Sling to pick them up again.
Please select the most appropriate material and sling design for the patient, but remember, if the patient’s condition changes, it may be necessary to use a different material and design of sling. See the FAQ tab for more information.
