Product Manual

NOTE: The use of the Hygiene and Dual Access Slings are sometimes the source of controversy, due to its
application with a unique set of clients. Prism Medical recognizes the importance to continue to toilet/commode
clients as long as possible; however, this practice needs to be assessed to be safe. It is important that each client
be assessed by a health professional before the use of the Hygiene and/or Dual Access Sling.
Even if it is determined that the Hygiene or Dual Access Sling are appropriate for a client for toileting, it is
recommended that a Universal or Hammock Sling be used for non-hygiene transfers.
The Hygiene and Dual Access Slings are used in conjunction with a floor lift or ceiling lift.
Weight Capacity
The Hygiene Sling is rated to 1000lbs and the Dual Access sling is rated to 625lbs safe Working Load. This is true of
all sizes and fabric combinations.
Sling Options
Fabrics:
The Hygiene Sling is available in Quilted material only. Hygiene Slings have the option of a Velcro or Buckle closure
for the chest belt.
Head Support: Due to the design the standard Hygiene Sling does not incorporate any head or trunk support,
unless under specific custom ordering.
Clinical Applications:
Appropriate for a client who:
 Can demonstrate some level of hip extension / gluteal strength
 Has some basic core strength and head control
 Needs to complete a toileting or peri-care activity
A different sling type will best meet the needs of a client who:
 Wishes to perform transfers other than from a bed, or chair to a toilet or commode
 Lacks adequate trunk control
 Requires head and neck support
 Lacks the cognition required to be safe in this sling
 Has unilateral above-knee amputation, or Bilateral lower limb amputations
 NOTE: Clients with unilateral below the knee amputations should be assessed on a case-by-case basis
Sling Sizing Guidelines
Sizes: Hygiene Slings are available in a variety of sizes.
 Junior
 Small
 Medium