Product Manual

Deluxe Walking AND Rehab Walking Sling Instructions
1. With the individual seated in the wheelchair or chair, position the back support of the sling on the
patient’s back. The back support of the sling should be placed under the arms of the patient. Loop the
chest straps through the two D-rings and secure using the Velcro strips located on the chest straps.
2. The leg strap should be fitted by slipping the sheep skin padded portion around the patient’s thigh. Adjust
the sheep skin material around the thigh as required. The leg strap should be secured with the buckle.
Repeat procedure for the other leg in the same manner.
3. The straps can be attached to the carry bar. We recommend the first loop be used as an initial starting
point. The straps should bear the same weight distribution.
4. Raise the carry bar such that the straps begin to tighten. At this point, check to ensure that the straps are
connected to the carry bar prior to proceeding. Continue lifting the patient. During the lift if the sling feels
uncomfortable, the patient should be lowered and the straps and/or leg pieces repositioned.
5. In order to attain the best vertical positioning, the leg pieces on the back of the patient may need to be
re-positioned (slide inward). During the lift the patient should have access to parallel bars (or similar