Joerns-MPCA070400 Mangar Elk with Airflo 24

Patient Lifting Cushion

The Mangar Elk patient lifting cushion is a compact, battery powered lifting cushion for single handed care. If someone falls over, they can shuffle on to the cushion or be rolled on from the recovery position and assisted to sit upright, then the Elk can then be inflated at the touch of a button with someone supporting the individual from behind to bring them to a raise seated position ready to stand. The Elk can be used in the tightest of spaces, inside or outside, and is constructed from extremely strong, durable polyurethane coated nylon. It lifts up to 990 lb/450 kg and and folds up for easy carrying.

Clinical Indications

The use of this product reduces the moving and handling risks to the caregiver, including musculoskeletal conditions. Reduces the chance of a long lie – lifting a resident within one hour of a fall is vital to avoid the damaging consequences of a long lie including dehydration, increased fear of falling and pressure sores.