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Invacare
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Patient Sling Reference Guide
The R130 and R131 standing slings are for residents who are partially
dependent, have at least 60% weight bearing capacity, have head and
neck control, are cooperative, can sit up on the edge of the bed (with or
without assistance), and are able to bend at the hip, knees and ankles.
Use the R130 or R131 standing slings for standing assistance, quick
toileting, weight bearing practice and for transferring resident from bed
to chair, or chair to bed.
STANDING SLING R130
TRANSPORT SLING R134
The Toileting Sling offers superb access for quick toileting and hygiene. It is
easy to place and remove in a bed or chair situation. The fully padded design
supports the back, offers under thigh comfort and allows for removal of
clothing. Color coded positioning straps help align the sling properly on the
hanger bar.
Note: This sling requires the patient to have FULL head and neck control.
Keep arms on outside of toileting sling. Place leg sections 3-4" above knee
for best positioning.
TOILETING SLING
Base of Spine
Model Fabric & Style Size/Trim Color
R121 Solid Fabric, Toileting Large/Green
Application: Use only with Reliant Stand Up Lift.
Models: RPS350-1, RPS350-2, RPS440-1
The R134 and R136 transport slings are for transferring residents with minimal weight-bearing capacity, who have head and neck
control, are cooperative, can sit up on the edge of the bed (with or without assistance), and are able to bend at the hips, knees and
ankles. Use the R134 and R136 transport sling for transferring resident from bed to chair, chair to car or general in-room transport.
Do not raise resident to a full standing position while using the transport sling.
SLING POSITIONING (Reclined)
Place fan-folded or rolled sling under patient with grab strap away from skin. Roll
patient from side to side, smoothing each half of the sling. Bed rail on opposite side
should be raised. Refer to Invacare Sling Owner’s Manual for detailed instructions.
Full Body (above)
Divided Leg (right)
For Divided Leg or Toileting Sling, slide behind seated patient
until belt is at waist level or bottom of back section is at the
base of the spine. Place leg sections under thighs, smoothing
fabric. Attach to hanger bar in one of the three methods: crossed
between legs, under both legs or single loop under each leg.
SLING POSITIONING (Seated)