Easy-Turn Benefits
For the patient:
- prevents pressure sores
- improves pulmonary function
- prevents joint contractures
- decreases edema
- improves comfort, dignity and independence
- promotes a good night sleep
For the caretaker and institution:
- reduces strain on back, shoulder, neck and arms
- reduces workers’ compensation claims
- compliant with “no lift” and “culture of safety” policies
- compliant with OSHA’s “friction reducing device” recommendation
- inexpensive and non-invasive
- easy to use – remains fixed in the bed
- washable, reusable and durable
- color coded sheet helps identify the patient who needs special care