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Handicare DELUXE WALKING SLING Instruction Sheet

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STRAPS
D-RINGS
BUCKLES
LEG
STRAPS
DELUXE WALKING SLING
BACK
SUPPORT
CHEST STRAPS
1. With the individual seated
in the wheelchair or chair,
position the back support of
the sling on the patient's back.
The back support of the sling
should be placed under the
arms of the patient. Loop the
chest straps through the two
D-rings and secure using the
Velcro strips located on the
chest straps.
2. The leg strap should be
fitted by slipping the sheep
skin padded portion around
the patient's thigh. Adjust the
sheep skin material around the
thigh as required.
The leg strap should be se-
cured with the buckle. Repeat
procedure for the other leg in
the same manner.

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  • Page 1 DELUXE WALKING SLING 1. With the individual seated in the wheelchair or chair, position the back support of the sling on the patient’s back. The back support of the sling should be placed under the arms of the patient. Loop the...
  • Page 2 The straps should bear the same weight distribution. The deluxe walking sling should be checked regularly to 4. Raise the carry bar such that the straps begin to tighten. At this point, check to ensure that the straps are connected to the carry bar prior to proceeding.