The goal when moving hospital patients is to keep them as comfortable as possible but also to avoid injury to the nurses who help them out. The Lucy Lift is an apparatus designed to do what other machines have done before, but this one has shed much of the bulk for a more streamlined, powerful and user-friendly improvement.
Elman Lewis's invention sits upon an L-shaped frame with a set of strong wheels and a lightweight fork to steady it firmly on the floor. It rises up with a single spine, from which the seat dips down and can be adjusted in height. The gap between the backbone and the chair is optimal for use in the bath and the open supports allow for easy use of the toilet.
Ladel-Like Patient Carriers
The Lucy Lift is Efficient and Ergonomic for the User and Operator
Trend Themes
1. Streamlined Patient Carriers - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing patient carriers that are more lightweight, ergonomic and efficient for both users and operators.
2. Adjustable Height Lift Devices - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing lift devices that have adjustable height features to accommodate different tasks and environments.
3. Multi-purpose Medical Equipment - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating medical equipment that can serve multiple functions, such as assisting with bathing and toilet use.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovating within the healthcare industry to improve patient care and nurse safety through advanced equipment and technology.
2. Medical Device Manufacturing - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionizing the manufacturing sector by developing more efficient and user-friendly medical devices.
3. Ergonomics and Industrial Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Enhancing ergonomics and industrial design practices to create more comfortable and user-friendly equipment for various industries.