Gait Belts are a MUST for all Caregivers who help transfer or walk an unsteady or confused loved one for two reasons: They prevent Falls; They keep YOU from injuring your Back!  All hospital and home health physical therapist use Transfer Belts to ensure their own safety and that of their patients. Hospitals call them a Posey Gait Belt. Professionals would not think of working without gait belts, and as a caregiver nor should you.  When used properly, gait belts can save a care giver months of back pain and possibly avoid a devestating fall by a loved one or patient.  Don't leave your health to change get one now or hate yourself later.