Gait belt

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Gait Belt

A Gait Belt (pronounced: /geɪt bɛlt/), also known as a transfer belt, is a safety device used to help someone move, such as from a bed to a chair. The belt is also used to help people who have problems with balance or need to be helped with sitting, standing, and walking.

Etymology

The term "gait" comes from the Old English 'gægan', meaning to go. "Belt" comes from the Old English 'belt', which is akin to the Old High German 'balz', both meaning belt. Together, they describe a belt used to assist in going or moving.

Usage

A gait belt is typically used by Physical Therapists and Nurses to ensure safety while moving a patient. It is a crucial tool in Patient Transfer procedures. The belt is usually made of canvas, nylon, or leather with a buckle to secure it around the patient's waist.

Related Terms

  • Patient Transfer: The act of moving a patient from one location to another.
  • Physical Therapy: The treatment or management of physical disability, malfunction, or pain by exercise, massage, hydrotherapy, etc., without the use of medicines, surgery, or radiation.
  • Nursing: The profession or practice of providing care for the sick and infirm.

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