WHEELCHAIR BELTS AND HARNESSES

All of our belts and harnesses are designed to fit on the various types of wheelchairs supplied by the N.H.S. and most other wheelchairs, manual or power driven.  Our range also includes simple belts to full supporting harnesses for shower chairs, stair lifts, walking reins etc.

When choosing a belt or harness for patients who tend to slip down in the seat, are severely disabled, suffer from blackouts, convulsions or involuntary movements- we strongly recommend harnesses fitted with crotch straps or with a strap across the thighs. The object of the added strap is to prevent the patient slipping down and out of the chair seat, and to ensure the harness straps are kept clear of the patient’s neck and face.

IMPORTANT - We highly recommend the choice of a strong buckle on all waist belts and lap belts for heavy and obese patients.

See our most recent leaflet “The Choice of Buckles”.  Breaking strains are quoted for guidance.