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Mobilisation is a high-risk task for both the caregiver and client when assisted mobility is required. It involves complex interactions between the musculoskeletal, nervous and cardiopulmonary systems. As such even small deficits such as strength, coordination, proprioception and sensation can translate to unsafe gait. Mobility has a disproportionate impact on independence and function, as walking underpins most other activities of daily living. Maintenance of a functional gait will form a primary goal for most clients and assistive technology can be implemented to positively impact outcomes. Completing mobilisation tasks and assisting with gait can be safely accomplished by even one therapist or caregiver when the client is secured by an ambulation sling suspended from a floor or ceiling lifter. If the person falls, they will be gently rescued by the sling and can then return to balanced standing. A much-reduced risk of injury to the client and the assistant. This becomes particularly important when mobilising with a person of size. Bariatric Clients benefit significantly from progressive mobilisation training and the use of an ambulation sling ensures confidence, safety and dignity. Molift offers a range of solutions to support safe function and mobilisation. Novis proudly utilise these solutions to ensure a successful individualised #AssistiveTechnology system is implemented to provide safe and effective mobilisation. Take a look at this video for more: https://hubs.la/Q02J949S0 #NovisHealthCare #EnablingIndependence #Molift

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