Product Manual

 Has bilateral lower limb amputation
 Has extreme fixed kyphosis
 Has “hip precautions” (especially hip Internal or external rotation)
Sling Sizing Guidelines
Sizes: Universal Slings are available in the following sizes:
 Junior
 Small
 Medium
 Large
 X-Large
 XX-Large
 Custom
Please refer to the Sling Sizing Chart for the appropriate sling size for your client. Sizing is based on weight and
height, however other factors should also be considered to ensure the best size is chosen for clients fit.
Determining Universal Sling Fit:
Two points on the sling serve as landmarks in determining proper fit: (1) the center of the opening arch, and (2)
the top border for slings without head support (or shoulder strap when using with head support). To find the
center of the opening arch, locate the ‘center tab’ on the bottom border of the sling body. To find the top border
of the sling without head support draw an imaginary line from the shoulder strap to the midpoint of the top border
of the sling.
Determining appropriate sling length:
The center of the opening arch should be in line with the client’s tailbone (coccyx). The top border of the sling
should fall between the client’s shoulder, and the bottom of the ear.
Determining appropriate sling width:
When the center of the sling body is in line with the client’s spine, the sling should extend to the anterior crease of
the shoulder (where the deltoid muscle and chest meet). When the client is in the sling, you should not be able to
have both sides of the sling meet to fully encircle the client. This would signal that the sling is too big. However
you should be able to come across the front of the client slightly, otherwise the sling will be too small.
Determining appropriate leg band length:
The leg bands should be assessed to determine if there is an appropriate amount of material available to ensure
client comfort. There should be 3-4” of band exposed from under the leg when the leg bands are applied. If it is
noted that the straps or webbing of the sling contacts the skin, the sling is considered too small and should be
exchanged for a larger sized sling.
A sling that is too small with be uncomfortable for the client and may increase the chance of skin irritation. A sling
that is too large will prevent the client from being positioned into an upright/chair-type position may increase the
difficulty of positioning a client into a chair, and may increase the risk of injury to the client (i.e., fall out of sling).