Beds – With means for relocating an invalid – Horizontally sliding patient support surface
Patent
1987-09-23
1989-02-21
Smith, Gary L.
Beds
With means for relocating an invalid
Horizontally sliding patient support surface
5 83, 5 89, A61G 708
Patent
active
048052485
ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for lifting an invalid from a wheelchair to a bed or vice versa, which can be operated by the invalid himself. A generally rectangular, vertical frame is arranged adjacent the invalids' chest. The frame carries a motorized winch drum, battery pack, gearbox and fingertip controls therefor. A six point suspension heavy canvas sling is designed to be mounted at the four respective corners of the frame, to provide a seat and back support for the invalid.
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Hicks Richard J.
Smith Gary L.
Trettel Michael F.
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