ISCRR Review – Linking Worker Health and Safety with Patient Outcomes
A systematic review of the influence of healthcare worker musculoskeletal health ans safety interventions and work environment on patient outcomes. The review was prepared by Dr Katharine Gibson, Dr Beth Costa and Dr Amanda Sampson. Below is an extract from the review regarding musculoskeletal related health and safety for healthcare workers 5.1 Healthcare worker health...
How to charge a Molift Battery
To ensure you get the longest life out of your batteries, Molift have compiled a list of tips for caring for the battery for your Molift lifter. These tips are for batteries used for the Molift Smart 150 Portable Patient Lifter, Molift Mover 180 and Molift Quick Raiser Raisers as well as the Molift Mover 205, Molift Mover 300 and Molift Partner 255 Patient...
Notice: Senate Inquiry: The Need for Regulation of Mobility Scooters and Motorised Wheelchairs
On the 6th of December 2017, the Senate announced for an inquiry and report into the mobility scooter regulations by the Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport References Committee. The matter: “The need for regulation of mobility scooters, also known as power wheelchairs or motorized wheelchairs or” will include: a.the number of deaths and injuries attributed to accidents involving...
Safe Patient Transfer Tips for Caregivers
When performing manual transfer techniques it is important to remember the following: Know your limitations, if you require extra assistance for transfer: ask. It is important to remember to not injure yourself in the process of helping someone else. Know the weight of the patient and how they are being transported. Communicate with the patient...
How to Adjust the Brakes on an Ellipse Rollator / Walker
The following information is designed to assist you with the adjustment of your Peak Care Feather Touch Brake system (as set up on Peak Care Ellipse Rollators) 1. Hand Brake is too loose: Loosen the tension adjustment screw locking nut and turn the screw on full turn clockwise (as viewed from standing at the back of...
How to choose the best therapeutic cushion for your needs
Therapeutic cushions are typically wedges or cushions used by health professionals to position patients and help alleviate any discomfort an individual may be experiencing. Choosing the best therapeutic cushion is unique to specific needs and should be used with caution while under medical advice. Therapeutic cushions can be used to: ⦁ Support limbs ⦁ Support...
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