title: A hoist modification to allow a heavy tetraplegic patient in a swivel walker to be lifted.
abstract: The design of a hoist modification is described which allows a heavy tetraplegic patient to be put into a swivel walker and then lifted to the upright position with the end aid of one person.
mesh_terms: D004864:Equipment and Supplies; D006701:Home Nursing; D006801:Humans; D011782:Quadriplegia