The Transfer board is perfect for transferring patients from the bed to the wheelchair.
Forms a kind of temporary bridge between two surfaces
Assist a wheelchair user or a caregiver in making safe transfers from a wheelchair to a car, bed,
or other seated surfaces.
The transfer board must be solid and tapered on both ends to allow easy insertion between the user and
the seated surface.
Transferring means moving between two surfaces, such as a bed and a wheelchair. Safe transferring is crucial
to prevent falls
Features Transfer Board
rounded ends
Lightweight
Smooth finish for easy sliding overboard
Tips for a successful transfer
These tips can help you do transfers more safely and efficiently:
If your healthcare provider advises using a transfer board,
always use it with a gait or belt during transfers.
Keep it within easy reach. Never substitute another object if the transfer board is not nearby.
Move slowly and carefully. Pay close attention to your movements and the location of your body parts as you
transfer across the board.
Transfer between surfaces of similar height.
Or transfer to a slightly lower surface.
Aids in reducing work for you and your caregiver.
Protect your skin. It means keeping your skin from getting pinched or rubbed during the transfer.
For instance, don’t drag your buttocks on the board.
And always wear clothing or use a transfer sheet.
Keep your body parts in the correct position. Keep your feet flat on the floor throughout most types of transfers.
Stop as needed as you move across the board and reposition your legs and feet.
Do this with one leg at a time, keeping each foot aligned with the knee.
To prevent stress on the wrist or overstretching your hand while moving, try making your hands into fists.
Support your body weight on the flat surface between the knuckles.
When transferring, never put your hands or fingers under the board.
Wear any orthopaedic devices you have while transferring.
And always wear sturdy shoes when possible.
If you have decreased strength or sensation in your upper body,
work with a caregiver to help you transfer.
As you grow more comfortable using a transfer board,
you may learn to use the transfer board without a caregiver.
