What is Rifton tram?
The TRAM is a transfer and mobility device designed to deliver three powerful functions in one compact unit: gait training, sit-to-stand transfers and seated transfers. The TRAM offers far more utility than a standard patient lift at a remarkably low price.
What is an e Pacer?
The E-Pacer is the largest member of the Pacer family. Its sit-to-stand lift functionality removes a major barrier to gait training with large or highly dependent clients. The E-Pacer combines the powerful electric lift column and secure body support of the TRAM with the key gait training features of the classic Pacer.
What is a reverse walker?
There are two basic categories of walkers, anterior walkers and posterior walkers (also called reverse walkers). Posterior or Reverse Walkers are placed behind the user. Weight bearing is down through the arms and hand placement is more to the sides than forward. The user pulls the walker forward.
Who uses gait trainers?
Gait trainers are intended for children or adults with physical disabilities, to provide the opportunity to improve walking ability. A gait trainer offers both unweighting support and postural alignment to enable gait practice.
Do adults use posterior walkers?
Nimbo Posterior Walkers are designed to accommodate adults and children with cerebral palsy and other neuromuscular disorders.
Can you use a walker backwards?
Anterior Walkers are placed in front of the user. The user then shifts his or her weight forward onto the walker through their extended arms. Posterior or Reverse Walkers are placed behind the user. Weight bearing is down through the arms and hand placement is more to the sides than forward.
How does The Rifton tram work?
TRAM seamlessly performs seated transfers and raises a client for standing and supported ambulation. More than a client lift system, the Rifton TRAM combines three powerful functions in one device: gait training, sit-to-stand transfers, and seated transfers.
How does the tram work?
Capable of lifting and transferring patients of varying abilities and body types, the TRAM features an innovative, patented support system that secures the patient with a simple buckle. This enables the caregiver to quickly prepare the patient for a safe transfer.
How much does a tram weigh?
At just over seventy pounds, the TRAM’s compact, ultralight frame is maneuverable in small or confined areas, as well as simple to transport or store. Quickly adoptable by multiple caregivers, the TRAM’s intelligent engineering significantly reduces back strain and stress – providing a smarter and safer environment for workers.
