Broad hips

- Shape up in Prio 3A

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Broader hips than trunk is common especially among women.

Seat Width: If the seat feels just a little too narrow, add a Widening Kit (1). It broadens the width between the arm support with 2,5 cm (3/4”). The back support width remains unmodified, and will not be in conflict with arm movements.

Back Support: If a wider seat width is chosen, the back support needs to be carefully assessed. Evaluate the back height and the adjustable back straps tension carefully (2), to provide the user with as good arm mobility as possible. If needed, support the user´s back with Plush Wedges and or Cell Foam Wedges (3).

 

Arm Support: Choose the model with Narrow Arm Plates (4) for users who can propel the chair.

Tilt and Recline Positions: Always make sure to assess both the active and resting positions. Secure the positions with Gas Piston Clips (5), Comfort Tilt Lock (6) and Back Angle Control (7).

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1. Widening Kit

Spacers are mounted between the frame and arm support attachment which make the seat 2,5 cm (3/4") wider.
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2. Back Support Adjustments

Adjust the lower tension adjustable back strap loose to create space for the buttocks.
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3. Wedges, Cell Foam

The back support can be further contoured with cell foam wedges. They attach under the back cover with self adhesive Velcro, included with the wedges.
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3. Plush Wedges

They can be placed under the back cover to further contour the back support. Attach with the Velcro towards the back cover. Choose between 15 cm (6") or 30 cm (12") long wedges.
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4. Arm support, narrow

Provides better access to the wheels when self propelling. Height adjustable and detachable.
Length: 38 cm (14 11/12”)
Height: 21-32,5 cm (8 2/4 -12 2/3”)
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5. Gas Piston Clips

Reduce the angle options. The more clips added, the less the chair can recline. Reduces the control range of the seat angle by 2° per clip and the back angle by 2.5° per clip.
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6. Comfort Tilt Lock

This function ensures the same preset tilt position. There are four alternative settings (0°, 4°, 8° or 12°). Choose one position that is frequently used, for activity or rest. Not in combination with Etac Prio electrical tilt.
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7. Back Angle Control

Limits the back angle forward on the Prio for an active seat position. By adjusting the length of the strap, the active back support setting can be controlled. The back will always stop at the preset angle.
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8. Pressure distributor

The pressure distributors are a useful accessory that can be added to create a feeling of a wider back and to add extra comfort where needed to avoid peak pressure.
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