What is the focus of a transfer made toward the weaker side?

The focus of a transfer made toward the weaker side generally involves performing a move that allows for greater stability and safety for the individual being assisted. When transferring a patient or client, especially in scenarios such as transferring from a bed to a wheelchair, the details of the patient's physical capabilities and limitations must be considered. By transferring toward the weaker side, the transfer emphasizes the reliance on the stronger side to support the movement and ensure balance, as individuals often have better control from their stronger side.

In a bed to wheelchair transfer, caregivers often guide the patient's body toward the stronger side while using a pivot or sliding technique to maintain client's stability and minimize the risk of falling. This ensures that the transfer is performed with optimal efficiency and reduces the risk of injury for both the patient and the caregiver. Other transfer types, while important in their contexts, do not typically emphasize the same directional focus on stabilizing through the weaker side during such a movement transition.