DC Motor Automates Patient Transfer Device
TBMG-11502
10/01/2011
- Content
One of the growing problems facing nurses is a reduced staff, and with it the need to care for overweight patients with very little help. This effort has led to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) including back injuries. In fact, 12 percent of nurses leave the profession each year due to back injuries. Those working in nursing homes have an even higher rate of injuries. Until recently, moving a patient was performed manually or with minimal automation.
- Citation
- "DC Motor Automates Patient Transfer Device," Mobility Engineering, October 1, 2011.