Hoyer
®
Universal Sling
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GOLDEN RULE: LONG IN THE LEG,
SHORT IN THE SHOULDER
Ensure the hand grips and seams are on the
outside and feed the sling down the back of the
patient, leaving the top of the commode aperture
at the base of the spine. Check the sling is square
at the shoulders.
Cross over leg straps and attach to the lift on the
front hooks at longest loop. Attach the shoulder
straps at the appropriate loop.
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Check the sling is smooth under the patient and
the position is comfortable. Attach the short
loops at the shoulder to maintain an upright
sitting position. The lift may move towards the
patient as you lift. When reseating the patient, the
hand grips may be used to ensure good posture.
Raise the patient’s leg and feed the leg strap
under and up between the legs. Ensure that the
sling is not twisted or creased under the thigh.
Repeat this procedure for the other leg.
How to Use the Universal Sling
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