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Illustration of how to
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between base of shoulder blades and
bottom of rib ca ge. Attach Velcro
straps around the front of the client.
This strap need not be tight. It is there
to hold the sling in position whilst
attaching the sling to the Student. It
may be left o
altogether if preferred.
Ensure that the cl ient's arms are
outside of the sling.
NOTE: This sling is not a general purpose sling and will not be suitable for some clients.
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Standing Sling
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Position Student so that the client's
feet
against the knee pad. Initially attach
the longer loops of the sling to the
white hooks at the end of the Student
hand grips. The client's hands should
be placed on the hand grips (once the
client is used to the lift the shorter
loops may be used to achieve a more
upright position). Then push UPbutton
on handcontrol to raise the client to a
standing position.
SF24 Iss.5 Nov.2011
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in the foot tray and knees rest
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