Gait Belt 54Inch - Transfer and Walking Assistance with Quick Release Buckle for Caregiver Nurse Therapist 2 Inches(Black)
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- Gait belt design to aid in transferring and walking fall-risk patients,Strong durable gait belt for lifting and supporting patients.
- Adjustable up to 54" length and 2" width Cotton webbing construction is durable and comfortable for the patients. also comes in size:54" 60" 72"
- Buckle is designed for quick release
- Easily machine washed and hang to drip dry.Webbing weight capacity:350lbs
Product Description
Gait Belt with Metal Buckle
Gait Belt with Quick-release Buckle
Gait belts are usually a few inches wide and made from canvas, nylon or soft sponge with a buckle at the end and sometimes loops for holding. A standard design with a metal buckle featuring loops and teeth and a quick release design featuring a plastic buckle that snaps in place.
What is a Gait Belt?
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A gait belt is an assistance safety device that can be used to help a patient sit, stand or walk around, as well as to transfer them from a bed to a wheelchair and vice versa. Nurses or Caregiver will secure the gait belt around the patient’s waist, then grab the belt to steady the patient as they move around together. When used properly, a gait belt reduces the chance that a patient might accidentally fall.
- Uses of Gait Belts for Patient Mobility
- For Patient Transfer Assistance
- For Patient Walking Assistance
- Gait Belts Prevent Accidents
- For Preventing Back Injury of The Care Provider
When to use a Gait Belt?
- There are a number of instances when a gait belt may be used. Very commonly, they are used to help a patient move into or out of a wheelchair.
- They are frequently used when assisting seniors both in their home, as well as in facility settings. A caregiver may use a gait belt to help a patient get in and out of bed, into and out of chairs.
- To help someone stand up while wearing a gait belt or to transfer them from one place to another, first help them into a sitting position and put on the gait belt. Then stand facing the patient with your back straight and knees bent.
- To help someone walk while wearing a Gait Belt, stand behind and to the side of the person. Using an underhanded grip with your palm towards you, firmly grasp the loop on the back of the gait belt. Support the patient as they walk, keeping with the pace that they set.
Gait Belt with Metal Buckle
A standard design with a metal buckle featuring loops and teeth.
Gait Belt with Quick-release Buckle
A quick release design featuring a plastic buckle that snaps in place.
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