Stander Sling by Select Healthcare
- Fully padded and shaped stander hoist sling with non-slip waistband for sit-to-stand and standing-supported hoist transfers, providing the structured body support required for partially weight-bearing patients who can contribute to the standing movement with hoist assistance, where general-purpose lifting slings do not provide the waist-level support geometry appropriate for a standing transfer.
- Non-slip waistband prevents the sling from riding upward during the sit-to-stand phase of the hoist transfer, maintaining the sling in the correct low-back position that delivers the designed support geometry - a sling that rides upward changes the load distribution and can compromise both the safety and the patient comfort of the transfer.
- Two loop adjustments accommodate different patient sizes and chair heights, with the loop selection affecting the patient's posture angle during the supported standing phase - longer loops produce a more upright standing position, shorter loops a more supported forward-leaning position.
- Compatible with standard spreader bar hoists; LOLER 1998 thorough examination every six months required, with occupational therapy assessment confirming that the patient is able to achieve a supported standing position with the hoist for the stander sling to be the appropriate clinical specification over a full-lift general sling.
Select Healthcare Stander Sling: Padded Shaped Hoist Sling for Sit-to-Stand Transfers
The Select Healthcare Stander Sling is a fully padded and shaped hoist sling designed for sit-to-stand and standing-supported hoist transfers for partially weight-bearing patients who can contribute to the standing movement with mechanical hoist assistance. Unlike general-purpose lifting slings that support the patient in a seated or supine position, the Stander Sling provides waist-level support geometry that enables the patient to be guided into a standing position during the hoist transfer arc, supporting the clinical goal of maintaining standing ability and lower limb engagement for patients with partial weight-bearing capacity. A non-slip waistband and two loop adjustments ensure correct positioning across different patient sizes and chair heights.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Select Healthcare - Locomotor Sling Range |
| Type | Stander sling for sit-to-stand hoist transfers |
| Construction | Fully padded and shaped |
| Waistband | Non-slip to prevent upward movement |
| Adjustments | Two loop positions for different posture angles |
| Hoist Compatibility | Standard spreader bar hoists ONLY |
| Type | Reusable, washable |
Regulatory and Clinical Compliance
LOLER 1998 thorough examination requirements apply to the Stander Sling as a hoist lifting accessory. The clinical assessment for stander sling use requires an occupational therapist or moving and handling advisor to confirm that the patient is able to achieve a supported standing position during the hoist transfer - a patient who is unable to contribute to the standing movement with any lower limb engagement requires a full-lift general sling rather than a stander. Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 TILE risk assessment should include the stander sling as a specified component of the transfer plan for partially weight-bearing patients, documenting the patient's partial weight-bearing capacity and the carer training requirements for the sit-to-stand hoist transfer technique with the Stander Sling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Stander Sling appropriate for patients who can only partially weight-bear, or must they be able to stand fully?
The Stander Sling is specifically designed for patients who can partially weight-bear - they do not need to be able to stand fully and independently. The sling provides mechanical support through the hoist during the standing phase, meaning the patient contributes what lower limb engagement they can while the hoist provides the additional support needed for the standing position. The clinical requirement is that the patient can contribute meaningfully to the standing movement (even with significant support) and can tolerate the upright position - patients who cannot achieve any weight-bearing or cannot tolerate standing, even with full hoist support, require a full-lift sling such as the Universal or Locomotor Sling rather than the Stander.
How is the Stander Sling applied from a seated position?
Place the Stander Sling around the back of the patient, positioning the sling as low down as possible towards the buttocks - the lower the initial position, the better the sling geometry for the sit-to-stand movement. Secure the velcro strap as firmly as is comfortable, ensuring the sling is snug against the patient's body without being constrictive. Attach the sling to the spreader bar using either of the two loop adjustment positions, selecting the loop that will produce the desired standing posture for that patient - try both positions during the initial assessment to determine which produces the most comfortable and safe standing angle for the individual patient before confirming the loop position in the patient's hoist transfer plan.
Part of our specialist Patient Moving and Handling Equipment range. Our patient slings are designed for safe, compliant transfers in care homes and clinical environments.
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- Fully padded and shaped stander hoist sling with non-slip waistband for sit-to-stand and standing-supported hoist transfers, providing the structured body support required for partially weight-bearing patients who can contribute to the standing movement with hoist assistance, where general-purpose lifting slings do not provide the waist-level support geometry appropriate for a standing transfer.
- Non-slip waistband prevents the sling from riding upward during the sit-to-stand phase of the hoist transfer, maintaining the sling in the correct low-back position that delivers the designed support geometry - a sling that rides upward changes the load distribution and can compromise both the safety and the patient comfort of the transfer.
- Two loop adjustments accommodate different patient sizes and chair heights, with the loop selection affecting the patient's posture angle during the supported standing phase - longer loops produce a more upright standing position, shorter loops a more supported forward-leaning position.
- Compatible with standard spreader bar hoists; LOLER 1998 thorough examination every six months required, with occupational therapy assessment confirming that the patient is able to achieve a supported standing position with the hoist for the stander sling to be the appropriate clinical specification over a full-lift general sling.