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Here you will find articles that focus on key aspects of manual handling including product use, training and education, along with opinion, expertise, advice and information on a wide range of industry challenges and topics.
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The History Behind Dolphin FIS | Fluid Immersion Simulation
Dolphin FIS is an advanced therapy system which simulates immersion of a patient in a fluid medium. It provides state-of-the-art pressure redistribution, delivering three-dimensional volumetric engagement to eliminate gradient shear forces, leading to positive patient [...]
LOLER: A Guide to Hoist Servicing & Maintenance
Patient handling solutions are used to decrease the risk of injury to both the patient and the caregiver. However, with this assistive equipment and the procedures for using it, there remains an element of risk. [...]
Active Stand Aids: A Patient Journey
Joerns Healthcare is one of the world’s leading suppliers of patient handling and rehabilitation products. We are the home of Oxford Hoist, a leading name in the design and manufacture of leading patient handling solutions. [...]
Toileting Slings: Minimising the Risks
In any moving and handling situation it is imperative to assess and mitigate any risks to both patient and carer provider. This is especially important when using lift and sling combinations. And even more so [...]
Portable Hoists: Travelling Outside the Confines of the Home
Sometimes people require help to move or transfer from one position to another. This can become especially difficult outside of the home and often presents further challenges. Manual lifting and handling can place a severe [...]
The Importance of Moving & Handling Training
Qualified moving and handling training is extremely important for those who work in a care environment. Or, anywhere where such activity is a necessary part of the working day. When performed correctly, it helps create [...]
In-Situ Slings: A Greater Understanding
What is an in-situ sling? In-situ slings are a type of sling that, given appropriate risk assessment, can be left in place underneath a user for an extended period following transfer. Aptly named and sometimes [...]