Watch veterinarian Dr Phil Poulton demonstrate the correct way to use a pelvic lifter device to lift a down cow.
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The Pelvic Lift’s unique design enables, when lifting a cow, for 50% of the weight to be taken on the hips with
the other 50% taken via the pelvic seat, being positioned under the middle of the pelvis, above the udder.
Once the cow is standing, the pelvic seat assist with any further weight support, significantly replacing the weight pressure on the hips, taken traditionally with hip clamps.
This means there is less lift pain and less trauma to the hips, with more effective standing,
more possible lifts, less sulking and increased recovery times...
The combined action of the webbing brisket strap evenly lifts the cow.
The cow lifts are horizontal as the 2 lift points are matched – this allows safe transportation to a suitable recovery area.
The Pelvic Lift also features a quick release mechanism.
