Patient Slings

Patient slings are an essential part of safe moving and handling, enabling carers and healthcare professionals to transfer individuals comfortably and securely using mobile or ceiling hoists.

At Younique Healthcare we supply a range of high-quality patient slings designed for use in care homes, hospitals and domestic care environments. Our slings are selected for their clinical suitability, durability and compatibility with common hoist systems used across the UK healthcare sector.

Many of the slings in this category are manufactured by Care & Independence, a respected UK provider of specialist moving and handling equipment. These slings are widely used by occupational therapists and care providers due to their consistent sizing, high-quality materials and compatibility with most loop-style hoist spreader bars.

Care & Independence Sling Features

Care & Independence slings are designed with both user comfort and caregiver safety in mind. Key product attributes include:

High-strength technical fabrics
Slings are manufactured using durable fabrics suitable for repeated laundering and daily use in care environments. Options may include breathable polyester mesh, supportive woven materials and specialist fabrics designed for comfort and hygiene.

Colour-coded sizing system
Clear colour-coded loops help carers quickly identify the correct size sling and ensure consistent positioning during transfers.

Multiple loop attachment points
Adjustable loop positions allow carers to alter seated angle and positioning to suit the user’s needs, supporting both upright and reclined transfers.

Head and neck support options
Many slings include integrated head support to provide additional stability for individuals with reduced trunk or neck control.

Compatibility with most hoist systems
Care & Independence slings are designed to work with standard loop spreader bars used on many mobile hoists and ceiling track hoists commonly found in UK care settings.

Launderable and infection-control friendly
Materials are suitable for regular washing in accordance with care home and healthcare infection-control requirements.

Sling Types Available

Our range includes several sling styles to suit different care needs:

• Universal slings for general transfers

• In-situ slings that remain behind the user

• Hygiene and toileting slings

• Full body slings with head support

• Mesh bathing slings

• Amputee and specialist positioning slings

Selecting the correct sling type is important for safety and comfort, and should always be matched to the user’s clinical needs and hoist compatibility.

Assessment and Compatibility

Because sling selection depends on factors such as posture, mobility, hoist type and user weight, we recommend that slings are chosen following guidance from a trained professional where possible.

Our team works closely with occupational therapists, care providers and families to ensure that the sling selected is suitable for the intended transfer task.

If you are unsure which sling is appropriate, please contact us before ordering and we will be happy to assist.

Typical Applications

Patient slings in this category are commonly used for:

• Bed to chair transfers

• Chair to commode transfers

• Wheelchair transfers

• Bathing and hygiene transfers

• Safe repositioning using hoist systems

Supporting Safe Moving & Handling

Using the correct sling is critical for safe moving and handling. A properly selected sling can help reduce the risk of injury to both the user and the caregiver while improving comfort and dignity during transfers.