In this video the caregiver will learn how to perform a Full Stand Pivot Transfer. This transfer is good to use if the individual is able to stand and take a few stepS, but needs minimum to moderate assistance getting up and is unable to take steps to turn using a walker. This instruction can be used no matter what surface the individuial is coming from or going to, although when transferring to/from a wheelchair and/or hospital bed, always make sure the brakes are locked before starting the transfer.
When assisting with a transfer, always stand on the individuals weak side with them transferring/moving toward their strong side if possible.
Apply a gait belt for safety
Verbal Cues Standing Up
- Lock brakes as needed if coming from/going to wheelchair or hospital bed.
- Put your hands on the armrests (assist with hand placement as needed)
- Scoot your bottom forward
- Pull your feet back slightly underneath your knees
- We are going to stand on the count of 3
- You will lean forward and push up with your hands to stand on 3, placing your hands on the back of my arms as you come up to stand
- Caregiver- stand in front of individual, blocking their weak leg. Bend your knees, keep your head up with a slight arch in your back. Grab ahold of the gait belt under the arms on each side of the individual. Count to 3 with your assistance being in the direction of leaning back and lifting up as the individual stands.
- Once up, direct the individual to take small steps to turn and back up to the bed
Verbal Cues Sitting Down
- Back up until you feel the bed (or other sitting surface) at the back of your legs
- Reach back one hand at a time
- Caregiver- block weak leg, bend knees and keep your back slightly arched as you assist the individual to sit down while instructing to :
- Bend your knees, stick your bottom out, lower yourself down to the bed