Description:BACKGROUND
Field of Invention
[001] Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to a lifting system for transferring a patient and particularly to a lifting system for transferring a patient to or from a hospital bed.
Description of Related Art
[002] Traditional methods of patient transfer often involve manual lifting or the use of cumbersome equipment, posing risks to both patients and healthcare providers. These methods may lead to injuries, discomfort, and delays in medical care.
[003] Existing transfer lifting systems may lack adaptability to accommodate patients with varying levels of mobility or specific medical conditions, resulting in suboptimal patient care. Additionally, some lifting systems do not incorporate sufficient safety measures to prevent accidents or provide adequate support during the transfer process.
[004] There is thus a need for an improved and advanced lifting system for transferring a patient to or from a hospital bed that can administer the aforementioned limitations in a more efficient manner.
SUMMARY
[005] Embodiments in accordance with the present invention provide a lifting system for transferring a patient to or from a hospital bed. The lifting system comprising: a platform adapted to accommodate the patient. The device further comprising: a set of rollers adapted to move the platform, wherein the movement of the platform enables the transfer of the patient to or from the hospital bed. The device further comprising: a handle adapted to actuate a rolling motion in the set of rollers.
[006] Embodiments in accordance with the present invention further provide a method for transferring a patient to or from a hospital bed. The method comprising steps of: accommodating the patient on a platform; adjusting a height of the platform to match a height of the hospital bed; rotating a handle to induce rolling motion to a set of rollers; and transferring the patient from the platform to the hospital bed.
[007] Embodiments of the present invention may provide a number of advantages depending on their particular configuration. First, embodiments of the present application may provide a lifting system for transferring a patient to or from a hospital bed.
[008] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a lifting system for transferring a patient to or from a hospital bed that is safe and easy to use.
[009] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a sturdy lifting system for transferring a patient to or from a hospital bed.
[0010] These and other advantages will be apparent from the present application of the embodiments described herein.
[0011] The preceding is a simplified summary to provide an understanding of some embodiments of the present invention. This summary is neither an extensive nor exhaustive overview of the present invention and its various embodiments. The summary presents selected concepts of the embodiments of the present invention in a simplified form as an introduction to the more detailed description presented below. As will be appreciated, other embodiments of the present invention are possible utilizing, alone or in combination, one or more of the features set forth above or described in detail below.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0012] The above and still further features and advantages of embodiments of the present invention will become apparent upon consideration of the following detailed description of embodiments thereof, especially when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, and wherein:
[0013] FIG. 1A illustrates a lifting system for transferring a patient to or from a hospital bed, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0014] FIG. 1B illustrates an oxygen cylinder, according to an embodiment of the present invention; and
[0015] FIG. 2 depicts a flowchart of a method for transferring a patient to or from a hospital bed, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0016] The headings used herein are for organizational purposes only and are not meant to be used to limit the scope of the description or the claims. As used throughout this application, the word "may" is used in a permissive sense (i.e., meaning having the potential to), rather than the mandatory sense (i.e., meaning must). Similarly, the words “include”, “including”, and “includes” mean including but not limited to. To facilitate understanding, like reference numerals have been used, where possible, to designate like elements common to the figures. Optional portions of the figures may be illustrated using dashed or dotted lines, unless the context of usage indicates otherwise.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0017] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one embodiment of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the scope of the invention as defined in the claims.
[0018] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms "comprising", "comprises”, and the like (which are synonymous with "including", "having” and "characterized by") may be replaced by the respective partially closed phrases "consisting essentially of", “consists essentially of", and the like or the respective closed phrases "consisting of", "consists of”, the like.
[0019] As used herein, the singular forms “a”, “an”, and “the” designate both the singular and the plural, unless expressly stated to designate the singular only.
[0020] FIG. 1A illustrates a lifting system 100 for transferring a patient to or from a hospital bed, according to an embodiment of the present invention. The lifting system 100 may be intended to facilitate a smooth and jerk-free transfer of the patient, ensuring a comfort and safety during the process. The lifting system 100 may be used for any person that may be the patient, an adult, a child, individuals of diverse age groups and physical conditions, and so forth. According to embodiments of the present invention, the lifting system 100 may comprise a hospital bed 102, a platform 104, a set of rollers 106a-106n, a handle 108, a glucose stand 110, and an oxygen cylinder 112.
[0021] In an embodiment of the present invention, the platform 104 may be adapted to accommodate the patient. The platform 104 may comprise a soft bedding for the comfort of the patient, in an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, a height of the platform 104 may be adjustable to match a height of the hospital bed 102. According to embodiments of the present invention, the platform 104 may be constructed of any material such as, but not limited to, a metallic material, a wooden material, a carbon fiber material, a plastic material, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any material for construction of the platform 104, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0022] In an embodiment of the present invention, the set of rollers 106a-106n may be adapted to move the platform 104. The movement of the platform 104 may enable the transfer of the patient to or from the hospital bed 102, in an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the handle 108 may be adapted to actuate a rolling motion in the set of rollers 106a-106n. In an embodiment of the present invention, the glucose stand 110 may be adapted to carry and hang a glucose bag and/or glucose bottle.
[0023] FIG. 1B illustrates the oxygen cylinder 112, according to an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the oxygen cylinder 112 may be arranged with the lifting system 100. The oxygen cylinder 112 may be adapted to provide with oxygen supply to the patient accommodated on the platform 104, in an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the oxygen cylinder 112 may be of a low capacity.
[0024] FIG. 2 depicts a flowchart of a method 200 for transferring the patient to or from the hospital bed 102 using the lifting system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0025] At step 202, the lifting system 100 may enable accommodation of the patient on the platform 104.
[0026] At step 204, the lifting system 100 may enable adjustment of the height of the platform 104 to match the height of the hospital bed 102.
[0027] At step 206, the lifting system 100 may enable a user to rotate the handle 108 to induce rolling motion to the set of rollers 106a-106n.
[0028] At step 208, the lifting system 100 may enable the transfer of the patient form the platform 104 to the hospital bed 102.
[0029] While the invention has been described in connection with what is presently considered to be the most practical and various embodiments, it is to be understood that the invention is not to be limited to the disclosed embodiments, but on the contrary, is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the scope of the appended claims.
[0030] This written description uses examples to disclose the invention, including the best mode, and also to enable any person skilled in the art to practice the invention, including making and using any devices or lifting systems and performing any incorporated methods. The patentable scope of the invention is defined in the claims, and may include other examples that occur to those skilled in the art. Such other examples are intended to be within the scope of the claims if they have structural elements that do not differ from the literal language of the claims, or if they include equivalent structural elements within substantial differences from the literal languages of the claims. , Claims:CLAIMS
I/We Claim:
1. A lifting system (100) for transferring a patient to or from a hospital bed (102), the lifting system (100) comprising:
a platform (104) adapted to accommodate the patient;
a set of rollers (106a-106n) adapted to move the platform (104), wherein the movement of the platform (104) enables transfer of the patient to or from the hospital bed (102); and
a handle (108) adapted to actuate a rolling motion in the set of rollers (106a-106n).
2. The lifting system (100) as claimed in claim 1, comprises a glucose stand (110).
3. The lifting system (100) as claimed in claim 1, comprises an oxygen cylinder (112).
4. The lifting system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the oxygen cylinder (112) has low capacity.
5. The lifting system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the platform (104) comprises a soft bedding for comfort of the patient.
6. The lifting system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the platform (104) is constructed of a metallic material.
7. The lifting system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein a height of the platform (104) is adjustable to match a height of the hospital bed (102).
8. A method (200) for transferring a patient to or from a hospital bed (102), the method (200) characterized in steps of:
accommodating the patient on a platform (104);
adjusting a height of the platform (104) to match a height of the hospital bed (102);
rotating a handle (108) to induce rolling motion to a set of rollers (106a-106n); and
transferring the patient from the platform (104) to the hospital bed (102).
9. The method (200) as claimed in claim 8, wherein the platform (104) comprises a soft bedding for comfort of the patient.
10. The method (200) as claimed in claim 8, wherein the platform (104) is constructed of a metallic material.
Date: November 14, 2023
Place: Noida

Dr. Keerti Gupta
Agent for the Applicant
(IN/PA-1529)