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WARNING • JOERNS RECOMMENDS THE USE OF GENUINE HOYER SLINGS. Hoyer brand slings are approved by Joerns for use on Joerns brand lifts. Slings used on Joerns brand lifts, including Hoyer lifts, must be approved by Joerns. • For the safety of the patient and carer; before using a sling a full risk assessment must be conducted to ensure that the correct sling choice, method of positioning in the sling and procedure for transfer has been determined for the patient.
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Hoyer ® English Universal Sling Introduction The Universal sling is an easy fit general purpose sling designed to suit approx 85% of patients. It is available with or without head support for additional comfort. It comes in four sizes, small, medium, large and extra large.
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Hoyer ® English Universal Sling How to Use the Universal Sling For closed leg positions, straps may be crossed The longer you attach the shoulder straps, the under both legs and attached as shown. This can more reclined the patient will be. provide additional comfort and can be used for some amputees.