Swift In-Bed Repositioning System Long-Length Slider Sheet (200 x 205cm)
Rotating and moving immobile patients helps to reduce shear forces and prevent pressure injuries, but this can be both painful for sensitive patients and physically demanding for carers. Made with super low-friction and soft materials, the Swift In-Bed Repositioning System Long-Length Slider Sheet (200 x 205cm) makes moving and turning patients much smoother. This is gentler for bedbound patients who are often more sensitive, and requires much less effort from carers, who may need to make many of these patient movements per day.
When used together with the with UltraSlide Bottom Sheet (Standard/Bariatric) it's part of a comprehensive In-Bed Repositioning System.
What's Included?
- 1 x Low-Friction Slider Sheet
Key Features and Benefits
- Reduces force required to move patients by up to 60% to lessen chances of patient injury
- Facilitates movement in all directions for more precise turning and movement
- Wide 205cm build is suitable for both standard and bariatric applications
- Cost-effective low-friction repositioning aid for improved safety
- Ideal for patients requiring assistance with bed mobility
- WhooTex fabric is soft, durable and breathable for comfort and hygiene
- Discreet design looks like standard bedding rather than overt medical device
- Thin profile doesn't impair performance of pressure relief mattresses
- Can remain on the bed and tucked in when not required
- Certified by OEKO-TEX as free from list of 1000 harmful substances
- Part of full In-Bed Pressure Relief System when used with UltraSlide Bottom Sheet (Standard/Bariatric)
Forms Full Repositioning System When Used with UltraSlide Bottom Sheet
The Full Length Patient Movement Slider Sheet is effective by itself, but is ideally used in conjunction with one of our Swift base sheets. Please click on the links below to find out more information about each:
Who is the Swift Slider Sheet for Patient Moving and Handling Intended For?
This Swift Low-Friction Slide sheet is intended for patients with severely limited mobility or no mobility at all. It makes movement, turning and rotation much easier, which are essential for preventing pressure injuries and the build-op of sheer force. It can be used for both assisted and independent movement depending on the patients level of mobility.
Where Can the Swift Slider Sheet Be Used?
The versatile and easy-to-use design of the Swift Slider Sheet as well as the whole In-Bed Repositioning System make the suited to a wide range of care and medical environments. This includes but is not limited to:
- Hospitals
- Rehabilitation Centres
- Physiotherapy Clinics
- Care Homes
- Hospices
- Private Care
- Palliative Care
- Intensive Care
Reduces Strain on Carers
As the continued movement and rotation of immobile patients is so important in preventing pressure injuries, carers may have to manually manipulate patients multiples times a day. This can put a serious physical strain on care-givers, especially if they're responsible for more than one patient. The ultra-low friction design of the the Swift In-Bed Repositioning Slide sheet makes patient movement much easier, reduce the physical force needed by up to a massive 60%, which can greatly lower carer fatigue and chance of injury.
Prefer a Positioning Sheet with Handles?
Depending on your specific patient or medical scenario, you may prefer a slide sheet with handles for even easier carer handling. This In-Bed Repositioning System Slider Sheet is also available with attached handles and features a larger width to accommodate them.
How to Use the Swift Slider Sheet for Patient Positioning
The Swift In-Bed Repositioning System Slide Sheet is extremely versatile and can be used with a variety of patients but because of this an appropriate risk assessment must be made for patients before use. You should also consult the included user guide for a comprehensive list of precautions and instructions on precise patient movements and manoeuvres including but not limited to:
- Moving patients up and down the bed
- Turning patients in bed
- Lateral transfers
- Using the Slide Sheet to reduce pressure and shear on patients
Get a Better Look at the Slide Sheet in Motion
To find out more about the Swift Sliding Sheet and see it in action, have a look at this helpful video.
Award-Winning Design
The Swift Repositioning System has been recognised for its industry-leading design. It won the National Back Exchange Industry Innovation Award for promoting excellence in manual handling. This further exemplifies it's quality and effectiveness.
Materials of the Swift Slider Sheet
- Surface: WhooTex
- Backing (Blue): Low-friction material
Technical Specifications
- Dimensions: 200 x 205cm (L x W)
Documentation
VAT Relief - Information and Exemption Forms
This product is eligible for VAT relief. Please visit our VAT relief page for more information.
How to Claim Your VAT Exemption
VAT exemption can be claimed in two ways – either when placing your or order or claiming back the VAT on a purchase that you have already made.
Claiming VAT Exemption When Ordering
To remove the VAT from your order when placing your purchase, simply select the option for VAT relief on the Basket page (see below for an example of how this looks).
If you select this form on the basket, there will be extra information you will be required to provide on the checkout to confirm your elligibility.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are buying multiple products that are available with VAT relief, please ensure that all of these are selected when placing your order.
Claiming Your VAT After Placing Your Order
If you did not claim VAT relief when placing your order but would like to receive VAT relief, don't worry, this can be done after your order has been placed. To do this, simply fill in the form below.
Or alternatively you can print out a paper copy of the form below:
VAT Relief Form
Please send the completed form to us by post at the following address:
Health and Care
Unit 6, Union Court
Union Road
London
SW4 6JP
Delivery - Free UK Mainland Delivery
Delivery is free of charge on all items at Health and Care when delivered to a mainland UK address. Your order is usually dispatched by Royal Mail or better and is normally dispatched the same day when ordered before 2.00pm, Monday to Friday. For orders placed outside of this timeframe, they should be dispatched on the next working day.
The delivery expectation of order sent via Royal Mail is 1 to 3 working days.
Please call our Health and Care customer care team on 020 7720 2266 if you have any questions about the delivery of this item.
Returns Policy - This Item Is Not Returnable On Grounds Of Hygiene
This item is non-returnable and non-refundable on grounds of hygiene.
Please note, Health and Care is dedicated to maintaining the highest levels of hygiene for all of its products and for this reason this item is non-refundable and non-returnable if unsuitable or unwanted on grounds of hygiene.
If you have any questions regarding this returns policy, please contact our Health and Care Customer Care Team on 020 7720 2266 for further details.
Washing Instructions
In line with infection control guidelines, the Swift sheets should be washed prior to use. This also ensures an optimum fit for the first use.
- Please treat these sheets as a synthetic and therefore use a standard cycle for synthetic fabrics
- Suitable for use in a continuous batch washer (CBW)
- Maximum main wash temperature: 90°C (65 - 71°C or above achieves thermal disinfection)
- It is advised that the load should be around 85 - 90% of the washer capacity for washing and drying
- In washer extractors, use a reverse temperature wash process to avoid thermal shock or creasing
- Operating the final rinse at around 40°C facilitates faster evaporation rates during tumbling
- Please wash as 100% polyester or 50/50 polyester/cotton
Drying Instructions
- Please note that exact settings will vary by dryer
- As a guideline, dryers should be able to dry a load in 20 to 30 minutes at a medium to high heat (including a cool down time of approximately five minutes)
- Please remove the load as soon as the dry cycle is completed to avoid over drying
Additional Information
- Please avoid the use of bleach as this can cause colour loss
- Do not over dry as this can accelerate deterioration, increase creasing and cause excessive shrinking
- Do not iron as this can damage the natural stretch of the fabric
