Prism Curved Transfer Board – Safe and Reliable Transfers
The Prism Curved Transfer Board is a versatile and essential mobility aid, designed to assist in moving individuals safely and efficiently from one surface to another. Whether transferring between a wheelchair and bed, a shower chair, a riser recliner, or even a car, this board provides a stable and reliable solution for both independent and assisted transfers. Its thoughtful design ensures that users, carers, and healthcare professionals can perform transfers with confidence, minimising risk and maximising safety.
Purpose and Functionality
The primary purpose of the Prism Transfer Board is to bridge short gaps during seated transfers. This makes it particularly useful in situations where a person needs to move from one seated position to another, such as between a wheelchair and a bed or a chair with drop arms. By providing a secure, low-friction surface, the board allows the user to slide safely across a gap up to 200mm (8 inches). This reduces strain on both the user and the carer, making transfers smoother, more controlled, and less physically demanding.
Design and Construction
The board features a traditional curved design, which can be positioned either forward or backward depending on the transfer requirements and the surrounding environment. This flexibility ensures that the board can accommodate different angles, obstacles, or positioning needs, making it suitable for a wide variety of scenarios in the home or healthcare setting.
Its low-friction upper surface allows for smooth sliding, enabling a person to transfer independently or with minimal assistance. The anti-slip underside adds stability and prevents the board from moving during use, ensuring that transfers remain secure at all times.
The compact, level design allows for easy storage when not in use, meaning it can be conveniently stored in a cupboard or beside a wheelchair without taking up excessive space. Additionally, the board can be cleaned quickly and effectively with soapy water or disinfectant, supporting high standards of hygiene in care settings.
Features and Benefits
Low friction upper surface – enables smooth, effortless transfers.
Suitable for assisted or independent use – versatile for multiple care situations.
Anti-slip pads – provide additional security and stability during transfers.
Supports a 200mm (8”) transfer gap – ideal for bridging short distances safely.
Curved design – can be positioned forward or backward to suit the environment.
Easy to clean – maintain hygiene with soapy water or disinfectant.
Compact design – easy to store and handle.
These features combine to make the Prism Curved Transfer Board a reliable and user-friendly aid, suitable for professional care settings, home use, or even travel where safe seated transfers are required.
Technical Specifications
The Prism Transfer Board is built with safety and durability in mind. Its key specifications include:
These specifications ensure that the board can safely accommodate a wide range of users, providing stability and strength where it is most needed.
Applications and Use Cases
The board is particularly effective for side transfers from a wheelchair to a riser recliner chair with drop arms. Its curved design allows it to adjust to different seating heights and angles, making it versatile in both home and clinical settings. It is also suitable for use with shower chairs, toilet chairs, and other mobility aids where safe and controlled transfers are required.
Carers and users alike can benefit from the board’s lightweight yet robust construction, reducing the physical effort required for everyday transfers. Whether you are a professional caregiver or a family member supporting a loved one, the Prism Curved Transfer Board provides peace of mind and improved safety for all parties involved.
Quality and Manufacturing
Proudly manufactured in the UK by Prism Medical, this transfer board reflects high standards of quality, reliability, and performance. Prism Medical has a long-standing reputation for producing durable, effective, and user-friendly medical aids, and this board is no exception.
Availability and Support
At HWB Mobility, our Moving and Handling range continues to grow, including hoists, stand aids, slings, and now transfer boards. We work with trusted suppliers to offer the best products on the market at competitive prices. If you require a Prism Medical product or another manufacturer’s aid and it is not listed on our website, we encourage you to get in touch. We are also happy to match or beat competitor prices where possible, ensuring you have access to high-quality mobility aids at the best value.
Conclusion
The Prism Curved Transfer Board is an essential aid for anyone who needs to perform safe seated transfers. Its curved design, low-friction surface, anti-slip pads, and robust construction make it suitable for both independent and assisted transfers. Easy to clean, compact to store, and manufactured to high UK standards, it represents a practical, reliable, and effective solution for mobility and care needs. Whether for professional care environments or home use, this transfer board provides safety, stability, and confidence for users and carers alike.
