8.3 - Attaching the harness to the balancer
Each shoulder strap at the harness has a D-ring that attaches with quick release hooks to the balancer.
Adjust the upright posture of the patient by moving the D-ring back and forth on the straps. With the
individual adjustment the patient can be prevented of falling over to the front of the back. Open the
Velcro strap underneath the D-ring and adjust it. By moving forth and back. Close the Velcro. For more
flexion, slide the D-ring backwards and for more extension, slide the D-ring forward and fasten.
Before unweighting anyone, be sure the waist belt is snug and that the safety snaps are closed
completely.
The most important thing is, that the patient is feeling comfortable. Be sure that the harness is not
wedged into the underarms and that it does not restrict breathing. Be sure that the leg straps are not
tight enough to restrict circulation in the legs. Readjust the harness and single straps as necessary.
Correcting Harness Problems
Correcting Harness Problems
If the harness rides up under the arms, reweight and pull the harness down. Have the person tighten
the abdominal muscles, then re-tighten the waist straps and leg straps. If the chest strap is too tight
during exercising, it has to be loosened. If the leg cuffs ride up, the cuff has to be fixed due to placing
the front leg strap in the center of the thigh
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