Abstract: The invention is directed to a method and apparatus for lifting a bedridden person using a lift strap device. The lift strap includes a main support member, a hook receiving member and a mechanism for securing the main support member to a portion of the person desired to be lifted. The mechanism for securing the person to the main support member includes a first strap member secured to one end of the main support member and a loop member fixed to an opposite end of the main support member. The main support member is secured to at least one leg of the person while the person is lying down on his/her back and is utilized to raise only the lower portion of the person from a support surface while permitting contact of the upper portion of the person with the support surface thereby permitting a care-giver to clean or change the person.

Abstract: A invention is directed to a method and apparatus for lifing a bedridden person from a bed. The method involves securing a strap to each leg of the person while the person is lying down in a bed; securing each strap to a lift bar of a lifting device; raising the lift bar of the lifting device so as to raise only the lower portion of the person from the bed, thereby permitting a caregiver to clean or change the person. The apparatus includes a lift strap for attachment to a leg of a person. The lift strap has a main support member adapted for positioning above a patient's knee; a wire eye member secured to the main support member and projecting away from the support member; and a fastening member secured to the main support member, for securing the main support member to the patient. The fastening member includes a first strap member secured to one end of the main support member and a buckle member fixed to an opposite end of the main support member.