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CLIENT COMFORT - POSITIONING TIPS
To raise the height of the platform, be sure the thumb
valve is closed by rolling the tension roller towards the
end of the tube. Pump the foot pump slowly to raise
the height of the platform. If the platform is tilted, you
can easily level it with your hand. To lower the platform,
open the thumb valve by rolling the tension roller
away from the end of the tube. To maintain height be
sure the hand valve is closed by rolling the tension roller
towards the end of the tube.
Thumb Valve Closed
Foot Pump
Thumb Valve Open
Your ABC System works well under a fitted sheet. Start
with the platform level with all clients and slowly lower
by partially releasing the thumb valve for a few seconds
at a time. A little goes a long way! Generally the best
position offers some support. If you go too far, just make
sure the thumb valve is closed and use the foot pump
to slowly raise the platform back up. Check in with the
client after a few minutes to see if any adjustment is
needed.
Great as an adjustable head
support for treatments where
the client is on their back
(supine). Slowly raise the
platform above level until
the client is comfortable.
This position is very
comfortable for short
periods of time and creates
a great stretch. The head
rest crescent pad should
be turned around to act
as a good neck support.
THE ABC SYSTEM CAN BE USED FOR
PRONE OR SUPINE POSITIONING
FOR BOTH MEN & WOMEN
The ABC system is
designed to accommodate
any size client comfortably
and with no fuss. The
system is designed to be
used with sheets.
ADJUSTING THE LEVEL
OF THE ABC PLATFORM:
ATTACHING THE FACE REST
To attach the Adjustable face rest, insert the dowels
into the holes on the end of the table. Wrap the
Velcro
®
strip that is attached to the table around the
horizontal bar on the face rest as shown to secure
into place. Attach crescent to top of platform. Follow
face rest instructions to adjust further.
CAUTION
: Do not press hard on the foot pump.
It should take very little pressure to lift
your client.
Check to make sure no tubes are kinked
or constricted as you can damage your foot
pump if too much pressure is applied.
To prevent leakage, make sure the thumb
valve is securely closed.
Start with the platform level and use the foot pump to
slowly lift the person off the table. Do not overinflate!
Lifting a person too much can be uncomfortable,
generally a couple of inches is plenty.
