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2. Patient lift - Wikipedia

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   A patient lift (patient hoist, jack hoist, Hoyer lift, or hydraulic lift) may be either a sling lift or a sit-to-stand lift.This is an assistive device that allows patients in hospitals and nursing homes and people receiving home health care to be transferred between a bed and a chair or other similar resting places, by the use of electrical or hydraulic power.

3. Assistive technology - Wikipedia

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   Assistive technology (AT) is a term for assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices for people with disabilities and the elderly. Disabled people often have difficulty performing activities of daily living (ADLs) independently, or even with assistance. ADLs are self-care activities that include toileting, mobility (ambulation), eating ...

4. Ergonomics for manual material handling - Wikipedia

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   Instead of lifting and pouring from the drum, insert a siphon or a pump. Increase the size of the container or the weight of the load so that it is too large to handle manually. Use a hook for light-weight containers to reduce your reach. Use a drum dolly. Use a cart or platform truck. Use a portable scissors lift. Use a hand truck.

5. Mobility aid - Wikipedia

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   A mobility aid is a device that helps individuals with mobility impairments to walk or improve their overall mobility. [1]These aids range from walking aids, which assist those with limited walking capabilities, to wheelchairs and mobility scooters, which are used for severe disabilities or longer distances that would typically be covered on foot.

6. 2 new bills want to change 'no lift' policies for residents ...

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   Companion bill 943 would create a pilot program to implement 100 electric lift devices into senior care facilities statewide. The pilot program costs $300,000 under the bill, including $100,000 to ...

7. The best tech for adults over 65 we spotted at CES this year

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   We found the best technology for adults over 65 at CES this year. From AI aids to ‘aging in place’ smart home solutions, the annual tech show kept older users in mind.