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3.
Intended Use
BAFFIN Automatic Multifunctional device can be used in patients with posture and muscle dysfunction. It is perfect for
children with cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, palsies of various origins, tetra-and paraplegias as well as for children with
abnormal posture of the body. It can be used therapeutically and prophylactically to prevent the inevitable consequences of
childhood illnesses (postural deformities and related malfunctions of the body). The device allows for putting a child's spine
and pelvis in optimal position. Proper posture improves the quality of life. The three basic systems: respiratory, circulatory
and digestive function better. The use of a Multifunctional device following exercise will increase the chances of full postural
recovery. Owing to a design that, when properly adjusted, attempts to restore the physiological curvature of the spine, it
perfectly and smoothly corrects scoliosis, as well as passively restores proper alignment of the spine's kyphosis and lordosis.
Pelvis adjustment (pelvis is the base of the body in a sitting position) corrects spine position, which forces the whole body of
the patient to be more correct. Smooth adjustment of buttock load is perfect in preventing and curing sores, and decreases
skin abrasion. The device allows for maintaining the child's head in a proper position, which facilitates feeding, education and
playing. Each device is individually fitted for a given child. Our innovative device “grows” with a child. It can be adapted to the
current position and height of the child.
Apart from upright position, the BAFFIN Automatic Multifunctional device allows the child to sit and lie down.
4.
Adjustment and adaptation
NOTE:
Adjustment and adaptation have to be performed by a person authorised by the manufacturer of the
Multifunctional device. The adjustments listed below have to be made according to doctor's or physical
therapist's recommendations.
4.1
Adjusting the width and depth of the Multifunctional device
4.1.1
Adjusting the width
The width of the seat can be adjusted using the knob (3) marked with a red arrow (fig. 2). The knobs are located on the right
and left sides of the device. Their effect is independent of each other. This enables symmetrical and asymmetrical positioning
of the user's body.
To change the width of the left or right side:
a) loosen the securing bolts (1 and 2) on the back and bottom of the device
using the allen key
4mm (fig. 2).
b) turn the knob (3) marked with a red arrow
using the allen key
4mm (fig. 2) to change the width of the left or right side of
the device.
c) tighten the securing bolts (1 and 2) on the back and bottom of the device (fig. 2).
Repeat this procedure for the opposite side if necessary.
Fig. 2 Adjusting the width