Gait belts are often misused as lifting aids, but are actually designed to be assistive devices to facilitate balance and body positioning. Gait belts are placed around a patients waist to help caregivers with repositioning, assistance with standing, transferring and providing steadying support and balance during ambulation. Keep your caregivers safe during transfers with these durable gait belts. -The Delrin Buckle is made with a soft material designed for fragile skin. -The Gait Belts are a standard 2" wide by 60" or 72" long. White striped with heavy-duty sewn webbing for extra durability. Also pronounced gate belts or transfer belts.