A patient lift is a mechanical or motorized device that assists or takes the place of a caregiver moving your body. The lift might help you get out of bed, into the bath, or transfer between wheelchairs.

What kinds of patient lifts are there?

Manual Hydraulic Patient Lift

Hydraulic lifts use a manual crank or lever system to lift you in a cloth sling. The sling is arranged underneath you and then attached to the arm of the lift by hooks. A helper is needed to do this safely. These lifts are on wheels so they can be moved easily.

Electric Patient Lift

Electric lifts use a battery-operated arm to lift you in a cloth sling. The sling is arranged underneath you and then attached to the arm of the lift by hooks. A helper is needed to do this safely. These lifts are on wheels so they can be moved easily.

Stand Up Lift

A stand up lift helps you move from a seated position to a standing position. It may have bars for you to hold onto and knee pads for you to lean against.

Ceiling Track Lift

A ceiling lift is a motorized lift that descends from overhead. It uses a sling. Some ceiling lifts can be self-operated by a single person.