Added Value in Patient Movement
ERGOS is a new bariatric patient movement system developed in collaboration with Greater Glasgow Health Board. It provides better value in patient movement because it is a fully automated...
Patient Movement Factors for Consideration
Assessment of a patient’s ability to assist in own movement is a key component of a safe patient handling plan. The essential elements ought to be comprised in a bedside quick reference to...
The British Disabled Flying Association Purchases Smartlift's ERGOS Hoist
The British Disabled Flying Association has recently purchased the new ERGOS hoist from Smartlift and it is proving to be a real success. It is a completely mobile unit that has been adapted...
The Need for Change in Moving Heavy Patients in the Hospital Environment
Growth in obesity among the population has a materially higher proportionate effect on the healthcare sector because of the propensity for heavier people to need healthcare services. This creates...