Transferring and lifting patients can be difficult and dangerous for both patient and care provider. Generally a patient transfer or lift is at least a two person job. That is for the safety and health of all concerned. Depending on how large the patient is, or what kind of physical involvement they have, it may even take more people. Equipment that can help with a Patient Lift is the best, easiest and safest way to get patients where they need to be.
The problem with much of the equipment for lifting is that it is limited. It can’t go where you need, and can’t go along with the patient. However, a new system has been developed that is much more flexible. It is the Rifton TRAM. That stands for transfer and mobility device. This isn’t just a lifting device. It does much more, and is much more flexible. It can be used, safely, by one person.
This Patient Lift has several modes. It can be used to transfer to a wheelchair. It can be used to lift from a sit to a stand, and back from a stand to a sit. It can also be used as an assisted mobility device. When a patient is in the device, they are secure. They can walk, with the support of the walking saddle of the Rifton TRAM and they can lean against the chest/abdomen support, and lean on the forearm supports. Being able to get into a standing position is good for patients, even if they aren’t able to walk. It helps the circulation and prevents clots. It also helps with their lung functions. Many patients feel better when they are able to get up and out of bed and do some moving. The TRAM, along with a medical care provider, can allow people to get up out of bed and do some moving. It’s excellent to use a physical therapy too.
