Rifton TRAM

[pb909]

I recently went to PT and worked with a Therapist and a DME Rep to evaluate what Lifts are available to assist me with my transfers due to my disability/weakness progression.

I now have the "Rifton TRAM" - sit-to-sit lift, a good lift for me and my weakness. My struggles to stand, pivot and flop are now greatly reduced.
I was unaware of it until the rep advised me to review as a good solution for me. I've had it for about 2 weeks now.

Other lifts I tried:
- "Hoyer Ascend" - sit-to-stand lift, struggled since not quite enough strength in my legs.
- "Hoyer Advance" - full sling lift, personally not ready for this type yet.

Searched and did not find any posts about the Rifton TRAM so maybe I'm the first? LOL

[KoKo]

I recently went to PT and worked with a Therapist and a DME Rep to evaluate what Lifts are available to assist me with my transfers due to my disability/weakness progression.

I now have the "Rifton TRAM" - sit-to-sit lift, a good lift for me and my weakness. My struggles to stand, pivot and flop are now greatly reduced.
I was unaware of it until the rep advised me to review as a good solution for me. I've had it for about 2 weeks now.

Other lifts I tried:
- "Hoyer Ascend" - sit-to-stand lift, struggled since not quite enough strength in my legs.
- "Hoyer Advance" - full sling lift, personally not ready for this type yet.

Searched and did not find any posts about the Rifton TRAM so maybe I'm the first? LOL

Thanks pb909

I watched the video and this looks like a really sturdy and amazing lift.

http://www.rifton.com/resources/vide...oduction-video

Is this the one that you have? Can it be operated by the user, or by an assistant only?

Thanks!

Take Care

[pb909]

Thanks pb909

I watched the video and this looks like a really sturdy and amazing lift.

http://www.rifton.com/resources/vide...oduction-video

Is this the one that you have? Can it be operated by the user, or by an assistant only?

Thanks!

Take Care

Yes this is the lift I have. It can raise a stronger user to standing or assist with gait training.

Mine can only be operated by the caregiver/assistant only. They do offer an accessory that will allow the user to operate called a "Switch pole".

Their website is really good including a lot of other videos and documents/PDFs.

I'm very happy with it.

[KoKo]

Yes this is the lift I have. It can raise a stronger user to standing or assist with gait training.

Mine can only be operated by the caregiver/assistant only. They do offer an accessory that will allow the user to operate called a "Switch pole".

Their website is really good including a lot of other videos and documents/PDFs.

I'm very happy with it.

pb909

Thanks for bringing the Rifton TRAM lift to our attention.

So glad to know that it's working well for you!

Wishing you all the best.

Take Care