Patient Handling By Hospital Direct

We have been busy working on our new look website and writing blogs to really help you and to show you some of the latest and most innovative patient handling equipment available to you.

The Leg Lifter
Our Innovative and user friendly leg lifter has been designed with you the user in mind. A helpful support that will make it easier for you to raise your feet in and out of beds or cars. Read more about the Leg Lifter by clicking the image below.

Struggle no more with our washable Slideezi flat sheets. Used by healthcare workers globally.

Our innovative Car Assist Pack.
For those who require support from a career, friend or family member.

Lyn
Job Role: Sewing machinist.
... How long have you worked for Hospital Direct? Overall 6 years.
What do you enjoy the most about working here? I enjoy working with everyone here and having a good laugh with everyone. I enjoy making the products we produce.
What do you do outside of work? I like walking the dog and walking around the River Wye. I enjoy seeing my family and grandson. My aim for this year is to climb Snowdon.
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Dave
Job Role: Machine Operator/Automation.
... How long have you worked for the company? I have been working here for 2 years.
What do you enjoy most about working here? The people who work and the community within the company. The opportunities the company has given me. I just enjoy working!
What do you get up to outside of work? I like doing all types of photography like black and white, baby and landscape. I enjoy producing music and I enjoy figuring out problems and tinkering with technology.
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Ranging from Small to Extra Large (from children to adult sizes) are our wonderful range of comfortable and supportive belts. Simply place the belt around the person's waist, adjust to fit and then buckle. Ergonomically designed handles mean that you can hold close without needing to grab clothes. This belt is also washable. #patienthandling #OT #Backcare

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ELDERLY CARE As people get older they often require increasing help from equipment to maintain their independence or even greater assistance from others, sometimes a single carer, requiring different product solutions. We have created a dedicated range of equipment to support independent living and carer assistance.
https://www.patient-handling.co.uk/20-pro ducts-and-equipmen…

When someone has a stroke, caring for them at home can be daunting especially if they are struggling with reduced mobility and/or understanding. We are proud to offer an extensive choice of equipment to help make a real difference. Discover more : https://www.patient-handling.co.uk/23-pro ducts-and-aids-to-…
Help is also available from The Stroke Association UK :

Do you or someone you care for keep slipping down in a chair?
If the answer is yes but generally you are quite mobile, you will find this inexpensive product the solution to your problem.
Helping you to sit more securely without slipping, this Non-slip Pad is soft, breathable, and very low-profile. Simply place it on top of your chair surface.
... — Products shown: Non Slip Pad For Chairs.
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Obesity on the rise in the over 65s. The prevalence of obesity among elderly people in the United Kingdom is higher than among young people, with almost three quarters of those aged between 65 and 74 years classed as obese or overweight. We offer a dedicated bariatric range to support caring for loved ones at home: https://www.patient-handling.co.uk/18-gro wing-range-of-equi…

Did you know we have been the market leaders in patient handling solutions for over 20 years? Find out more about us and how we can support you here:

Webbing Bed Ladder
A wonderful, easy-to-attach, easy-to-use product that helps people either sit up or lie down independently and in a controlled manner. You will love how simple this multi-coloured functional webbing ladder is to attach.
... https://www.patient-handling.co.uk/82-web bing-bed-ladder-wr…
— Products shown: Webbing Ladder.
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