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CONVAID USER’S GUIDE
Convaid’s lightweight, folding chairs are designed to be more than just a convenient
chair. Order the correct size chair by first determining the user’s height, weight and
seating measurements. Properly-fitted, Convaid chairs will provide years of comfortable
use. As your child grows, refer back to this Fitting Guide to adjust the dimensions of the
chair.
Correct seating and positioning encourages good posture, which in turn aids circulation,
breathing and digestion. Please take the time to properly adjust the chair to fit the user.
If the user is not correctly positioned, check the accessories section of this manual to
see if one or more of our accessories would help to facilitate posture or consult a
physical therapist. Improper seating can cause problems. Please consult a physical
therapist or doctor for additional guidance.
Fitting Guide
Seat Back Height
Seat Width
Seat back height
Seat width
Seat back height varies according to chair type and seat width.
Headrest extensions are available when extra height is needed to
support the head. To determine the seat back height, measure the
distance from the seat to the top of the shoulder or the upper part
of the head. Fig.22
Fig. 22
Fig. 23
Proper seat width enables the user to sit comfortably and pre-
vents problems from developing. While user is seated on a flat
surface, measure the distance from hip to hip. Fig.23
The user should have enough room to prevent hips and thighs
from rubbing against the frame. However, the chair should not
be too wide or the user will slide around and posture could be
affected.The seat width measurement for the Cruiser is taken
from the inside of the arm rest tubes. Fig.23
