Patent ID: 9107789
Filing Date: 2015-08-18
Classification: A61G

Abstract:
1. A patient sling comprising: a) a substantially u-shaped fabric comprising a horizontal central span and a substantially vertical fabric extending from either side of said central span and substantially perpendicularly to said central span; b) a flap of fabric extending downwards from said central span and between said vertical fabric; c) a plurality of connecting means for securing said sling to a lifting and transporting device; d) at least one strap attached to said flap and extending outwards from either side of said flap, the ends of said straps further comprising a connecting means for attaching said straps to a structural support point; and f) an adjusting means which, in combination with said straps and said structural support points, is used to adjust the length of said straps; whereby said flap may be positioned around a patient's bottom and secured by said straps and said adjusting means.