Patient Company has developed the SimPull, a fully automated lateral patient transfer device that allows for efficient transfers of patients weighing up to 500 lbs without the need for log rolls. This technology reduces transfer time to an average of four minutes and eliminates staff injuries, resulting in significant cost savings of $1,122 per 100 transfers.
Funding
$3.3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Manual lateral patient transfers in healthcare settings can be time-consuming and physically demanding, often requiring multiple staff members and increasing the risk of musculoskeletal injuries. Traditional methods like log rolls can also be uncomfortable and potentially harmful for patients, especially those with fragile skin or other medical conditions.
Solution
The Patient Company offers SimPull, a fully automated lateral patient transfer device designed to streamline patient handling and reduce the risk of injuries. SimPull enables a single operator, with assistance from a care team member, to efficiently transfer patients weighing up to 500 lbs without the need for manual lifting or log rolls. The device is mobile, compatible with standard sheets, and facilitates both lateral transfers and supine-to-sitting repositioning. By automating the heavy lifting, SimPull frees up clinical staff to focus on other care priorities and improves patient comfort during transfers.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and other healthcare facilities seeking to improve patient handling safety, reduce staff injuries, and increase efficiency in patient transfer procedures.
Features
- Fully automated lateral patient transfer, eliminating manual lifting
- Single-operator design, freeing up clinicians for other tasks
- Weight capacity of up to 500 lbs
- Compatible with standard hospital sheets
- Facilitates both lateral transfers and supine-to-sitting repositioning
- Mobile and easy to maneuver within clinical environments