Transferring
Make sure you learn and follow proper technique for transferring safely.
- Ask your doctor to recommend a physical therapist who can teach you to correctly transfer if you’re unfamiliar with the procedure.
- Keep your feet shoulder-width apart to provide a supportive base for lifting.
- When lifting, keep the person’s weight close to you and keep your balance centered.
- Keep your spine straight when lifting. Do not twist.
- Bend at your knees and use your leg muscles to lift – they are much stronger than your back muscles.