Stealth Products i-Fit IFCS, Owner'S Manual

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Thoracic Positioning 10.0
Common Presentations 10.7
Trunk Kyphosis
Suggestion: Thoracic supports such as the H-Harness or Backpack Straps extend the
trunk and retract the scapulae. A positioning support places the trunk over
the pelvis, improves breathing, increases safe swallowing as well as head
control, maintains a good visual field, and improves overall pressure
distribution.
Trunk Lordosis
Suggestion: Thoracic supports, contoured or classic, correct posture and provide
pressure to the sternum, aligning the trunk over the pelvis and reducing
shoulder retraction. If the client has more active trunk movement, a
dynamic thoracic support will provide increased movement while still
providing stability.
Trunk Scoliosis
Suggestion: A chest strap, thoracic support, or H-Harness work in combination with
trunk and pelvic pads to align the trunk. This permits the head to be level
over the trunk and provides a more symmetrical trunk posture.
Trunk Rotation
Suggestion: A thoracic support such as a Y-Strap or H-Harness pulls the forward
shoulder back so the trunk is de-rotated and the user can face forward
without neck rotation for vision, swallowing and breathing.