Overview
What is it?
In-situ full body recline sling (without a head support) with padded roll and pommel strap for additional user comfort and safety.
Excellent bed transfer sling, this full body sling gives a reclined patient transfer position and can be supplied with additional waist or chest support. Optional hip tapes can be added to provide additional support to the hip area.
The In-situ recline sling also makes an excellent amputee sling due to the transfer position and pommel strap.
This sling is also available upon request with an integral head support with removable support bones just contact our customer services team on the above number.
Soft binding as standard across our Silvalea In-situ range for greater user comfort.
Once the patient has been transferred this sling can be left In-situ, subject to an appropriate risk assessment.
Available in two material types:
Silva-Superfine® PLUS – High performance fabric offering superior comfort. SUITABLE FOR BATHING.
Silva-Superfine with COOLMAX® fabric – COOLMAX fabric is designed to move moisture away from the body and enhance fabric drying rate thus keeping users feeling cool and dry. SUITABLE FOR BATHING.
Wash at 71°C
Tumble dry low heat (max 50°C)
Compatible for Westholme, Chiltern, Freeway hoists and other third party hoists with loop fixing spreader bars
Lift Type
Passive
Support Type
Pommel strap
Torso
Optional: Chest support
Optional: Head support
Optional: Hip tapes
Optional: Waist support
Attachment Type
Loop fixing spreader bar
User Physicality
Amputee
Amputee above the knee
Double amputee
Limited body control
Limited head control
Limited head trunk and hip control
Limited mobility
Suitable for those with poor skin integrity
Sizing
Silva-Superfine PLUS = XS – XL
Silva-Superfine with COOLMAX = XXS – MED
Weight Limit
Silva-Superfine PLUS = 220kgs/35stone/485lbs
Silva-Superfine with COOLMAX = 64kgs/10stone/140lbs
Mobility FIM Measure
1 & 3
(Mobility FIM measure only – please see tab for further detail)
Available Material
Silva-Superfine PLUS
Silva-Superfine with COOLMAX
Please Note: Measurements are given for guidance and only reflect the design stated. If you require a custom made sling or have any further questions regarding Silvalea sizing please contact for more help. Click Here.
Available Material | Size | A(cm) | B(cm) | Weight Limit/SWL |
---|---|---|---|---|
Silva-Superfine | XXXSML XXSML XSML SML MED |
56 – 66cm 66 – 76cm 76 – 86cm 86 – 96cm 96 – 108cm |
50 – 55cm 56 – 62cm 60 – 66cm 66 – 74cm 74 – 80cm |
64kgs/10stone/140lbs |
Silva-Superfine Double Layer |
LRG XLRG XXLRG |
108 – 130cm 130 – 144cm 144 – 160cm |
80 – 88cm 88 – 100cm 96 – 104cm |
220kgs/35stone/485lbs |
Silva-Superfine MAXI | XXSML XSML SML MED LRG XLRG XXLRG |
66 – 76cm 76 – 86cm 86 – 96cm 96 – 108cm 108 – 130cm 130 – 144cm 144 – 160cm |
56 – 62cm 60 – 66cm 66 – 74cm 74 – 80cm 80 – 88cm 88 – 100cm 96 – 104cm |
220kgs/35stone/485lbs |
Silva-Superfine PLUS (spacer) | XXXSML XXSML XSML SML MED LRG XLRG XXLRG |
56 – 66cm 66 – 76cm 76 – 86cm 86 – 96cm 96 – 108cm 108 – 130cm 130 – 144cm 144 – 160cm |
50 – 55cm 56 – 62cm 60 – 66cm 66 – 74cm 74 – 80cm 80 – 88cm 88 – 100cm 96 – 104cm |
220kgs/35stone/485lbs |
Parasilk | XXXSML XXSML XSML SML MED LRG XLRG XXLRG |
56 – 66cm 66 – 76cm 76 – 86cm 86 – 96cm 96 – 108cm 108 – 130cm 130 – 144cm 144 – 160cm |
50 – 55cm 56 – 62cm 60 – 66cm 66 – 74cm 74 – 80cm 80 – 88cm 88 – 100cm 96 – 104cm |
160kgs/25stone/352lbs |


NOW AVAILABLE in Double Layer Superfine With COOLMAX – Sizes from MED to XXL -Safe working load 35 Stone/220Kgs/485LB.
Disclaimer: Adding additional support options such as hip tapes, chest support or waist support etc. means that your purchase will be adapted specifically for your own use and as such we do not accept returns/cancellations on these items unless they have arrived damaged or are faulty. Please check carefully before selecting any additions and refer to our returns policy for further details.
Please Note: The images shown are to be used as a guide to the various installation options this product can be used for. These are a pictorial representation only. Please refer to the product’s instructions of use for application process.
Lift Type: KEY
Active – end user is active and can participate in transfer.
Passive Lift – end user can maintain passivity or has limited mobility.
Extensive – end user has limited body control and/or suffers from extreme extensions
Functional Independence Measure
The Functional Independence Measure (FIM) scale assesses physical and cognitive disability. This scale focuses on the burden of care – that is, the level of disability indicating the burden of caring for them.
Mobility
- Transfers: bed/chair/wheelchair
- Transfers: toilet
- Transfers: bathtub/shower
- Transfers: car
- Locomotion: walking/wheelchair
- Locomotion: stairs
Benefits
Product Details
Patient Safety
Multi-Use
Excellent bed transfer sling. Once the patient has been transferred this sling can be left In-situ.

Support
Gives a reclined patient transfer position and can be supplied with additional waist or chest support.
Available in two material types
Silva-Superfine PLUS & Silva-Superfine with COOLMAX fabric.
Testimonial
Who likes it?
HAPPY CUSTOMERS
Professional Occupational Therapist
Using The Hugga system has resulted in demonstrable and measurable clinical improvements, protection or maintenance of body shape for my clients. A highly effective solution to postural care.
General Manager, Barchester Care Home
Having worked with Andrew providing care equipment support over a long period, I can share my appreciation of the genuine way he looks after his customers and clients a like. Someone who I have been happy to trust.
Critical Patient Carer, Hospital – Birmingham
The chairs are light and easy to move, meaning that they can be quickly manoeuvred to reach the patients who need them the most, and are ideally suited to the fast-paced Critical Care environment. Great service - thanks!
Manager, Assisted Living Centre
I find Ambre-Stone Healthcare very professional and competent with our patients, assessing their needs with our therapists - so correct equipment is put in place at all times. Very reliable, knowledgeable about equipment helpful and most of all very friendly!
Matron, NHS Hospital
I would just like to say that the service we receive from Andrew Smith at Ambre-Stone is excellent. He always rises to any challenge we set him. I know I can ring him at a moment’s notice if a piece of equipment needs attention.
Patient Carer, Barchester Care Home
The guys at AmbreStone Healthcare Equipment always give excellent advice and from there years of knowledge in the healthcare industry, they give efficient professional service.