Posey EZ Clean Premium Gait Belt with Spring Loaded Buckle
Posey
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TOP Features:
- Made from easy to clean material
- Buckle is spring-loaded and self-locking
- Buckle mades application and removal easy
- Reduces the likelihood of falls and injuries
- Five vibrant color options are available
- Both standard and bariatric sizes are available
- Fast Delivery
- Easy Returns
MPN :
| Item# | Description | Size | Price |
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| 6546 | Black, Fits up to 60 Inch Waist, Spring Loaded Buckle - 2 - 4 Weeks Lead Time | Each |
List Price: $29.80
Price:
$26.82
You Save: $2.98 (10%)
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| 6546-R | Black, Fits up to 58 Inch Waist, Spring Loaded Buckle in Retail Packaging | Each |
List Price: $65.36
Price:
$58.82
You Save: $6.54 (10%)
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| 6546BL | Blue, Fits up to 70 Inch Waist - 2 - 4 Weeks Lead Time | Each |
List Price: $41.34
Price:
$37.21
You Save: $4.13 (10%)
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| 6546Y | Yellow, Fits up to 58 Inch Waist - 2 - 4 Weeks Lead Time | Each |
List Price: $30.09
Price:
$27.08
You Save: $3.01 (10%)
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Description
Product Overview
Posey EZ Clean Gait Belts are Patient Transfer Belts that provide caregivers with a secure hold point as they assist patients with transfers and supervised walking. This added patient support helps reduce the likelihood of slips and falls, which increases patient and caregiver safety. They also help reduce the likelihood of caregiver back pain and injury that often results from patient transfers.
These Mobility Aids come with spring-loaded buckle action. This means they are self-locking and very easy to apply and remove from a patient. They are made from non-porous polyurethane which gives them a sleek look and means they are extra quick and easy to wipe down, clean, and disinfect. This makes these belts a particularly hygienic choice. These belts come in five pleasing color options (sky blue, hot pink, orange, yellow, and black) and two sizes, standard and bariatric. Both economy and premium versions are available. Posey 6546, the black premium belt has a sleek, but low-profile look and is our best selling option. Another popular option is the cheery, sky blue Posey 6546B.
How to Wash this Gait Belt
- Use a mild detergent or OSHA-approved disinfectant (intermediate level) to wipe the belt down.
- Soaking this item in cleaning solution is not recommended. If it is soaked, rinse well with water until the chemicals are washed out completely.
- Dry the belt completely prior to its next use.
Safety Information
Warning
- Always assess the belt's integrity before use. Do not use this item if it is frayed or damaged in any way.
- Always use proper body mechanics during patient transfers. This includes times when a gait belt is in use. Follow facility caregiver guidelines.
- Always assess skin integrity before using this item.
- Patients should alway be assessed for contraindicated conditions before deciding to use this product. If the risks outweigh the benefits, do not use a gait belt.
Contraindications
- Abdominal Aneurysm
- Abdominal Surgury (When Recent)
- Chest Surgury (When Recent)
- Cardiac Conditions (When Severe)
- Cardio Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) (When Severe)
- Colostomy
- Fitted with Monitoring Equipment
- G-tubes
- Hernias
- Ostomy
- Post-Surgical Incision
- Pressure Ulcers (Or At-Risk for Pressure Ulcers)
- Respiratory Conditions (When Severe)
- Skin Damage
- Spinal Fracture
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should gait belts be placed?
They should be placed around the patient's waist (their midsection) and over the top of clothing.
When should a gait belt be used?
Gait belts are a great tool for caregivers and patients when patients need assistance to walk or with location transfers. This item is appropriate for use if the patient has:
- No contraindicating conditions
- Sufficient cognitive ability to listen to and follow instruction
- Proper trunk control (they can come to a seated position from a lying position on their own)
- Enough quadracep strength to hold each leg out for at least five seconds on each side (their other foot should be planted on the floor during this exercise)
- Enough balance to step forward and back three times without dizziness, lightheadedness, or loss of balance.
- While still holding the belt, walk with the patient to help them get to their next location.
When should gait belts not be used?
These items should not be used if the patient has any contraindicating conditions, is dizzy or lightheaded, or does not meet cognitive, trunk control, or quadricep strength standards (see "When should a gait belt be used" above to see how to test for these standards).
Are gait belts safe?
Yes, gait belts reduce the likelihood of patient falls and can increase patient and caregiver safety when used properly.
Product Videos
Posey Gait Belts - Training (5:24 minutes)
Gait Belts - Establishing Safe Practices (1:12:27 minutes)
Related Products
Complementary Products
- Proper Use of Gait Belts Video: A video with 15-minute segments that teach caregivers how to properly apply and use transfer belts.
- Fall Management Socks: Cloth socks with rubber treads on their bottom sides that help prevent slips and falls.
Alternative Products
- Medline Gait Belt: A washable and reusable cotton gait belt that comes in 54, 60, and 72-inch options. This item is a particularly cost-effective option.
- Posey Patterned Gait Belts: Cotton transfer belts that come in a wide assortment of pleasant pattern options. They also have polymer grip handles. These belts come in standard 54-inch and bariatric 72-inch sizes.
- NYOrtho Deluxe Gait Belt: An extra-wide, 4-inch transfer belt that provides extra leverage. This item has several integrated handles and a quick-release buckle for fast application and removal.
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer: Posey
- Brand: EZ Clean
- Item Numbers: 6545, 6545-R, 6546, 6546-R, 6546B, 6546B-R, 6546BL, 6546L, 6546O, 6546OL, 6546P, 6546P-R, 6546PL, 6546Y, 6546YL
- Application: Patient Transfer and Monitored Walking
- Type: Gait Belt
- Style: Spring-Loaded Buckle
- Variations: Economy, Premium
- Belt Material: Polyurethane (Non-Porous)
- Buckle Material: Polyethylene
- Sizes: Standard (63-Inch), Bariatric (84-Inch)
- Colors: Black, Hot Pink, Orange, Sky Blue, Yellow
- Weight Capacity: 279 lbs
- Width: 2 Inch
- Lengths: 63 Inch, 84 Inch
- Reusable: Yes
- Latex-Free: Yes
Manuals and Documents
Product Brochure contains Posey transfer belt details.
- Instruction Sheet contains use and care instructions.
Kaleida Health. POLICY/PROCEDURE/PROTOCOL/GUIDELINES. 2006.- Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care, Santa Barbara. Personal Care and Support - Gait Belt Use. 2010.
Additional Information
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