A transfer board, sliding board or slider board is a device designed for helping those with a physical disability to move from one surface (like bed) to another (like

wheelchair A wheelchair is a mobilized form of chair using two or more wheels, a footrest, and an armrest usually cushioned. It is used when walking is difficult or impossible to do due to illnesses, injury, disabilities, or age-related health conditio ...

). For safe use of a transfer board, the person who is being transferred should be able to participate in the move by sliding over the transfer board, there should be some cushioning in the buttock area for safe transfer.

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