COW&COW Transfer and Gait Belt 60inch with Metal Buckle – Transfer Walking and Standing Assist Aid for Caregiver Nurse Therapist 2 inches(Pastel Stripe)

Price: $8.99
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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.

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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.

Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 60 x 2 x 0.1 inches; 7.23 ounces
Department ‏ : ‎ mens
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ February 28, 2019
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ COW&COW Care
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07P854ZJV
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ China

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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.