The RoMedic AutoSlide makes getting into and out of a car easier. It is two padded sections whose inner surfaces are made from ULF, an ultra-low-friction material, so they slide against each other. The client sits on the edge of the seat, then turns and slides back into position with far less effort than on car upholstery. It measures 460 x 460 mm and has a safe working load of 160 kg.
A tension strap fastens around the back of the car seat so the cushion cannot creep forward, and there are robust handles on both sides so a carer can help with the turn from the driver’s side. The outer surface and straps are polyester. Wash without fabric softener and avoid tumble drying to get the expected service life of up to 10 years.
Key features
- 460 x 460 mm, fits a standard car seat
- Safe working load 160 kg
- ULF ultra-low-friction inner surfaces for turning and sideways repositioning
- Side handles so a carer can assist the movement
- Tension strap holds the cushion to the seat back
- Polyester outer with a soft padded surface for the journey
Who it suits
A client who can stand or pivot to the edge of a car seat but struggles to turn their hips and legs in, for example after a hip replacement, with Parkinson’s, or with stiff hips and knees. It also reduces the pull on a carer’s back when they help with the turn. A client who cannot bear weight at all needs a transfer board, swivel seat or a vehicle with a hoist rather than a sliding cushion.
Good to know
- Fit the smaller section rough side down on the car seat and tighten the strap around the seat back
- The client must wear the seatbelt as normal; the cushion stays in place while driving
- Check seams, handles and the sliding surface regularly, and after every wash
- Manufacturer code 8100; sold by Direct Healthcare Group under the SystemRoMedic brand
Book a trial at our Northern Tasmania or Southern Tasmania showroom, or ask us for a quote. Thrive Lifecare is Tasmanian owned and delivers Tasmania-wide.
