How to Choose a Patient Lift
101 Mobility carries a wide variety of medical lifts, each with different
features. Consider the following items when selecting the best patient
lift for your unique needs:
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Weight Capacity
Each patient lift has a different weight capacity, ranging from 300 pounds
up to 1,000 pounds. Our Mobility Consultants will discuss the weights
of any potential users to ensure that your patient lift can handle all
of your lifting needs.
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Transfer Pathway
Simple transfers from a bed to a wheelchair or along variable pathways
are best for a portable lift, where the lift can be steered in any direction
and moved out of the way when not in use. However, transfers between rooms
over set pathways are often best performed with a ceiling-mounted lift.
In some situations, both types of lifts may be necessary to fulfill a
variety of transfer needs.
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Caregiver Capacity
When considering different lifts, the caregiver’s health and capacity
are just as important as the patient’s. If the caregiver is able
to manually steer both the weight of the patient and the lift, a manual
mobile patient lift can provide optimal maneuverability in any home. On
the other hand, a portable or overhead lift with powered steering can
accommodate a caregiver who requires additional help when extra manpower
is unavailable.
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Duration of Need
For short-term needs, a portable lift is the ideal solution as they are
available for rental. For long-term needs, both portable and ceiling-mounted
patient lifts may be purchased. It is important to consider the duration
of need before deciding whether to buy or rent any lift.
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After-Sale Support
What happens after installation? After the patient lift becomes a part
of your home, it’s important to have support for routine maintenance
and any questions you may have. All lifts are backed by the 101 Mobility
One-Year Limited Service Warranty in addition to the brand’s individual
warranty, so you can feel confident in your purchase.
Contact 101 Mobility today at
(888) 258-0652 so that we can customize a solution for you.
Find your nearest 101 Mobility so that we can customize a solution for you.