Leaning posture

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A leaning posture can vary throughout the day, and from day to day it could simply be due to fatigue or due to low tone in the trunk. When an individual is leaning, subtle foam supports can be added to help them sit in a more upright posture and to be supported when they need it. You need to assess what is causing the leaning posture and if it can be corrected. Leaning posture is common in the elderly who become tired quickly.

A leaning posture is often a problem associated with other postural limitations such as asymmetry and pelvic obliquity.

If the pelvis is oblique, use an adjustable seat cushion or add a large Cell Foam Wedge (1) under the cushion on the lower side. Carefully adjust the seat to back and lumbar angles to improve trunk balance.

Create as much space as possible for the upper trunk with the Velcro straps and support at the level of PSIS.

Adjust the arm support in height (2) so the user can support the trunk with the forearms.

Lateral support can be provided with Plush Wedges (3), if necessary supported by the Width Extensions (4), and/or Side Cushions (5) supported by Straight Side Stops (6).

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1. Cell Foam Wedges

A cell foam wedge is an easy way to adapt a non adjustable seat cushion. Placed inside the cover on the cushion underside it will not affect the cushion`s density. Attach the wedge with the included self adhesive Velcro.
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2. Arm support

If there is a gap between the back rails and arm supports, choose the long arm supports. Place left on right side and vice versa, so the longer part of the arm plate is turned backwards. In this way the user will have a good support for the forearm, starting direct under the shoulders.
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3. Plush wedges

There are two lengths to choose between, 15 cm (6") and 30 cm (12"). Usually the short model is sufficient.

Attach the wedges with the Velcro facing forward, towards the back cover. If the user feels the edge of the back cover, chose one size wider that will fully cover the widened wedges.
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4. Width Extentions

The width extentionss broaden the back by supporting the plush wedges further outwards. This is the wide model. There is also a side stop with half the width. They are adjustable in height, depth and angle.

To mount, just slide them into the back rails and fasten the screws.
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5. Side cushion

The side cushion provides a soft, embracing side support.

It is supported by the arm support and/or the straight side stops.
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6. Straight Side Stops

The side stops can be used as a support for the side cushion.

They are easily mounted into the back rail and can be adjusted in height, angle and depth.
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Example of accessory placement

Example of accessories placed on the back support. Here with the side cushion along with cell foam wedges on one side to support the leaning body into a correct and upright position as possible.

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