Aiding in
regaining user’s
balance &
stability.
Falling forward:
If the user is falling forward, the assistant should grasp the upper most
part of the support handle, give a firm and smooth pull upward and
towards them, allowing the user to rest up against them. This will aid the
user in regaining stability.
Falling Sideways:
If the user is falling sideways, the assistant should grasp the upper most
part of the support handle, give a firm, smooth pull, directing the user
towards them, allowing the user to rest up against them. This will aid the
user in regaining stability.
Aiding user
to the floor.
In the event the user is unable to regain stability, the assistant should
stand on the side of the user while grasping the upper most part of the
support handle, and give a firm, smooth pull, directing the user towards
them. Firmly and smoothly pull the handle upward with one hand, and,
with another hand, either hold the user under the elbow or under the arm
pit.
• Keep a wide base of support. Your feet should be shoulder-width
apart, with one foot slightly ahead of the other
• While supporting the user, squat down, bending at the hips and
knees only, to lower the user to the floor.
• Keep good posture. Look straight ahead, and keep your back
straight, your chest out, and your shoulders back. This helps keep
your upper back straight while having a slight arch in your lower
back.
The above support techniques are only provided as a reference and should not be considered as
absolute.
Avoid quick and excessive pulls on the support handle, as it can lead to over correction, and
can cause injury to the user. The assistant should avoid using the back while aiding the user to
the floor. This can lead to injury to the assistant.
Avoid grasping the lower part of the support handle, as it may cause the user to lean too far
forward so that the user’s weight shifts causing the user to fall outside of the assistant’s
control, possibly leading to injury.
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