What is it?
Silvalea’s Full Back replacement patient transfer sling with built-in head support and additional leg padding. This contoured sling is designed to fit the majority of users, offering generous full body support and features removable bones. Easy to fit with divided legs suitable for all general transfers for patients who require full back support. This sling is particularly suitable for those end users with limited mobility who require additional support throughout the torso and head.
Available in three material types: Polyester – Easy application. Glides and slides smoothly, dries quickly after washing. Mesh – High density open weave mesh, durable, used for bathing as quick drying. SUITABLE FOR BATHING Silva Quick-2-Apply® – Extremely easy to apply low friction flexible fabric, lightweight and durable.
Compatible for Oxford, Joerns hoists and other third party hoists with loop fixing spreader bars.
Poly & Mesh – Wash at 85°C  – Tumble dry low heat (max 50°C)
Superfine Plus – Wash at 71°C – Tumble dry low heat (max 50°C)
Sizing-guide
Please Note: Measurements are given for guidance and only reflect the design stated. If you require a custom made sling or have any further questions regarding Silvalea sizing please contact us for more help.
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A (Shoulder Circumference) |
B (C7 to Base of Spine) |
XSmall |
76 – 86cm |
70 – 80cm |
Small |
86 – 96cm |
80 – 92cm |
Medium |
96 – 108cm |
92 – 106cm |
Large |
108 – 130cm |
106 – 118cm |
XLarge |
130 – 144cm |
118 – 124cm |
Installation options
Installation options
Please Note: The images shown are to be used as a guide to the various installation options this product can be used for. These are a pictorial representation only. Please refer to the product’s instructions of use for application process.
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Functional Independence Measure
The Functional Independence Measure (FIM) scale assesses physical and cognitive disability. This scale focuses on the burden of care – that is, the level of disability indicating the burden of caring for them.
Mobility
- Transfers: bed/chair/wheelchair
- Transfers: toilet
- Transfers: bathtub/shower
- Transfers: car
- Locomotion: walking/wheelchair
- Locomotion: stairs
Sling Shape
Approximate visual representation of sling design.