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5.11.2 Adjusting the Postural Belt Correctly
• Ensure that you are sitting correctly, which means that you are sitting right at the back of the seat, your pelvis
is positioned erect and as symmetrically as possible, not to the front, to the side or at one edge of the seat.
• Position the postural belt so that your hipbones can be easily felt above the belt.
• Adjust the belt length using one of the adjustment aids described above. The belt should be adjusted so
that you can fit a flat hand between the belt and your body.
• The buckle should be positioned as centrally as possible. In doing so, please carry out adjustments on both
sides as much as possible.
5.11.1 Types of Postural Belts
Your wheelchair can be fitted with the following postural belt types. If your wheelchair has been fitted with a
different belt to those listed below, please ensure that you have received the manufacturer's documentation
with regard to correct fitting and use.
2-Point Padded Lap Belt
• Center-pull push button, padded lap belt
• Two points of attachment to the wheelchair
• Suitable for supporting users with low tone or weakness
4-Point Padded Lap Belt
• Center-pull push button, padded lap belt
• Four points of attachment to the wheelchair
• Primary attachments position the belt; and Secondary
attachments anchor it in position.
• Holds pelvis in place more aggressively for active users,
or in situations where the user has a lot of movement.
A
=2” (50mm),
B
=3” (76mm),
C
=11” (28cm),
D
=60” (152cm)
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