The Oxford Long Seat sling is a hammock style sling designed for amputees but also suitable for other patients. This sling is traditionally fitted from a recumbent position and the use of side suspenders will facilitate a more comfortable transfer.
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Size and Weight Guide
This weight recommendation chart provides only an approximate indication of sling size based on patient weight. Glebe Healthcare always recommends a full risk assessment is conducted to ascertain the most suitable size of sling based on a patient's measurements rather than weight alone.
Matching the Right Sling to the Task
This chart is designed to help guide you through the appropriate use of Oxford's most popular slings for each task. There are of course exceptions to this guide, and if you are in any doubt, please get in touch.
Key Features
- Fabric - Polyester
- Available with or without commode aperture.
- Clear sling labels provide product info and care instructions.
- Coloured adjustable loop straps promote correct/safe positioning.
- Centerline markers aid carers in correctly positioning the sling.
- Coloured binding easily identifies sling size.
- Leg supports designed not to cut into knee or groin area.
