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The Silvalea brand enables a complete patient transfer solution from stand aid slings, patient transfer aids, in-situ slings, bespoke, and complex sling solutions alongside an 'everyday' range of replacement transfer slings.
The Silvalea also includes the following slings/types:
* In-Situ
* Rehabilitation Aids
* Paediatric
* Transfer Aids
* Aqua Slings
* Amputee
* Specialised
* Bariatric

Available in four different materials depending on model:
* Polyester - Easy application. Glides and slides smoothly, dries quickly after washing.
* Mesh - High density open weave mesh, durable, used for bathing as quick drying. Suitable for bathing.
* Silva Quick-2-Apply - Easy to apply, low friction flexible fabric, lightweight and durable.
* Parasilk: fine, soft fabric allowing the sling to slide smoothly under the patient. This soft fabric can prevent pressure areas making it suitable for patients with sensitive skin conditions.

Place Of Manufacture

Unknown

Price Guide

Price is from Avant Innovations.
Pricing depending on model.

Models

12 models are available in the Silvalea Standard/Universal Sling range:

* Fastfit Padded Leg Sling
* Silva-Comfi High Easy Toileting Sling
* Silva-Comfi Toileting Sling
* Silva-Comfi Fastfit Sling
* Low Convenience Sling
* DISPOSABLE High Easy Sling (X10)
* High Easy Toileting Sling
* Full Back Sling
* High Back Sling
* Continental Low Back Sling
* Deluxe Sling
* Silva-Delux Polyester Sling

Available in XSmall to XLarge

Maintenance

Washable at between 71 and 85 degrees celcius
Tumble dry at low heat (max 50 degrees celcius)

(Contact supplier for product specifics)

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.