Skil-Care Cotton Bariatric Gait Belt with Metal Buckle — Pastel Stripe (72" x 2") Model: Extended 72″ Bariatric Cotton Gait Belt with Metal Drop-Jaw Buckle (SKU: 252072 / UPC: 671509214306) Availability: In Stock – Extended 72″ Length, Rated for 350 lbs, FSA/HSA Eligible In Stock - Ready to Ship! Patient Handling & Ambulation System with Heavy-Duty 2-Inch Cotton Webbing, Chrome-Plated Metal Drop-Jaw Buckle, Extended 72-Inch Sizing Profile, and Classic Pastel Stripe Pattern The Skil-Care Cotton Bariatric Gait Belt with Metal Buckle (Model: 252072) is an extended-length, professional mobility aid designed to facilitate safer patient lifting, walking guidance, and physical transfers. Providing a generous 72-inch operational length—adding a full foot of adjustable clearance compared to standard 60-inch models—this configuration serves as an essential tool for comfortably and securely wrapping larger or bariatric individuals up to a 350 lb capacity. Placed firmly around a user's natural waistline over top of everyday attire, this 2-inch wide heavy-duty cotton strap creates a highly stable mechanical anchor. By utilizing the belt's perimeter for direct support, physical therapists, nurses, and home care aides can safely coordinate bedside transitions and stabilize uncoordinated walking patterns without pulling on a patient's limbs or clothing, significantly reducing caregiver lower-back injuries. Crafted from 100% high-tensile, launderable cotton webbing in an industry-standard multicolor pastel stripe scheme, the belt incorporates a heavy-duty chrome-plated metal drop-jaw slide lock. Outfitted with rows of texturized serrated teeth, the clasp clamps down aggressively into the cotton fibers under load, ensuring a locked, zero-slip fit that will not loosen mid-transfer. Built to withstand rigorous infection-control routines, the entire belt and metal buckle assembly can be placed in commercial washing machines and tumble dried at high institutional temperatures reaching up to 180°F, delivering exceptional durability and clear visibility for clinical wards, physical therapy units, and home care environments. Key Features & Benefits Extended 72-Inch Bariatric Tracking: Generous 6-foot overall length provides ample clearance to comfortably fit around larger waist sizes or thick winter clothing, while leaving an adequate strap tail to feed through the locking mechanism. Bariatric 350 lb Weight Rating: Heavy-duty construction is safety tested and rated for residents weighing up to 350 lbs. Non-Slip Metal Drop-Jaw Buckle: Rugged chrome-plated metal slide buckle featuring rows of texturized serrated teeth clamps down aggressively into the cotton fibers under tension, ensuring a locked, zero-slip fit that will not loosen mid-transfer. Heavy-Duty 2-Inch Cotton Webbing: Woven from dense, high-tensile cotton fibers that provide exceptional structural strength under full weight-bearing loads, while maintaining a soft and flexible texture that will not damage attire. High-Visibility Pastel Stripe Scheme: Styled with an industry-standard multicolor pastel stripe pattern that ensures clear visibility during busy physical therapy routines and allows facility staff to differentiate this model from solid-colored belts in supply closets. Total Freedom of Hand Placement: Designed with a classic, handle-free perimeter, allowing healthcare providers to grip the heavy webbing tightly at any precise angle or position around the patient's core to adapt instantly to real-time balance shifts. Commercial-Grade Institutional Laundering: Webbing and chrome metal buckle comfortably withstand commercial washing machines and tumble drying at high institutional temperatures reaching up to 180°F without shrinking or losing structural strength. FSA / HSA Account Eligible: Fully qualified for purchase or reimbursement using Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account funds. Patient Transfer & Physical Therapy Specialist Insight: Standard 60-inch gait belts often lack sufficient tail strap when fitting larger individuals or patients wearing bulky layers. The Skil-Care 252072 provides an extra foot of webbing to make threading and tightening straightforward. The serrated metal drop-jaw buckle locks securely into the cotton webbing under loads up to 350 lbs, giving caregivers total confidence during high-leverage sit-to-stand transfers and gait training, while the pastel stripe design allows for quick visual identification in facility inventory. Detailed Technical Specifications Brand / Master Vendor Skil-Care Corporation Model SKU / MPN 252072 UPC / GTIN 671509214306 Product Classification Extended Bariatric Physical Therapy Gait & Transfer Belt Overall Belt Dimensions 72 Inches Long x 2 Inches Wide (182.8 cm x 5.08 cm) Primary Webbing Material 100% High-Tensile Launderable Cotton Webbing Fastener Mechanism Heavy-Duty Chrome-Plated Metal Drop-Jaw Slide Lock Weight Capacity Rating Bariatric Rated / Safe for Residents up to 350 lbs (158.8 kg) Handle Configuration Classic Handle-Free Perimeter Architecture Color Scheme Classic Pastel Stripe Pattern Unit Quantity Sold as Single Unit (1 Count / Each) Laundering Tolerance Commercial Machine Wash & Tumble Dry up to 180°F Financial Eligibility FSA / HSA Eligible Frequently Asked Questions How does a serrated metal drop-jaw buckle lock onto the gait belt? The metal drop-jaw buckle features a hinged flap lined with texturized, serrated metal teeth. When the cotton webbing is threaded through and pulled taut, closing the flap forces the teeth to bite directly into the cotton fibers, creating a secure, non-slip lock under tension. When should I choose a 72-inch gait belt over a 60-inch belt? The 72-inch model (252072) is recommended for larger or bariatric individuals, or for transfers where the patient is wearing heavy coats or gowns. The extra foot of webbing ensures there is plenty of tail strap remaining to feed through the metal clasp safely. How do I clean and launder this gait belt? The cotton webbing and chrome metal buckle are designed for commercial sanitization routines. The belt can be machine washed and tumble dried at high commercial temperatures up to 180°F without shrinking, fraying, or damaging the buckle mechanism. Manufacturing Data & Safety Compliance Brand Catalog Manifest: Skil-Care Patient Handling & Physical Therapy Systems Product Presentation: Single-Unit Non-Sterile Extended Cotton Gait Belt (SKU: 252072) Primary Suitability: Ideal for hospitals, physical therapy clinics, nursing homes, and home health care Disclaimer: Technical metrics, dimensions, and material specifications on this page are compiled directly from manufacturer data files. Product details may be updated by the manufacturer without notice. Confirm user sizing requirements before completing checkout. This product information is not medical advice; consult a physical therapist or healthcare professional for guidance on proper patient transfer techniques. ⚠ WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov . 🚚 Free shipping on orders over $95 — EnhDme