Configura
Comfort 1
®
4. Clinical Applications
The Configura® Comfort 1 Chair is suitable for use in the following areas:
The Configura® Comfort 1 Chair is suitable for use in the following areas:
Intended Use
Indications (Appropriate for):
Contra-Indications (Not appropriate for):
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Long term medical care where medical supervision is required and monitoring is
provided if necessary. e.g. nursing homes and geriatric facilities.
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A domestic area. i.e. home healthcare.
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Users up to a maximum weight of 160 kg (352lbs, 25 Stone).
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Note: The maximum user weight of 160 kg is for chairs in the standard rise setting.
For the maximum user weight of chairs in the medium and flat rise positions, refer to
Adjustment of the Rise Position Angle on page 26.
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Users at risk of pressure damage.
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Users with current pressure damage (subject to professional assessment).
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Ambulant, semi-ambulant and non-ambulant users.
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Accommodation and encouragement of good posture.
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Users with neurological conditions.
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Users with a kyphosis.
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Users with oedema legs and / or fluid build-up.
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Demanding postural requirements.
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Users with fixtures and contractures.
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Users with a limited extension at the knees.
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Users who need to be transported from room to room.
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Bariatric users.
