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Trunk stabilization

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POSTURE 

CORRECTION 

AND SUPPORT 

SYSTEM

NEO-FLEX

N.V. Vermeiren N.V. Vermeirenplein 1-15  B-2920 Kalmthout  Belgium  Tel. : +32 (0)3 620 20 20  Fax: +32 (0)3 666 48 94  www.vermeiren.be  [email protected]

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Summary of Contents for Neo-Flex U78

Page 1: ...e w h o r i z o n s i n m o b i l i t y POSTURE CORRECTION AND SUPPORT SYSTEM NEO FLEX N V Vermeiren N V Vermeirenplein 1 15 B 2920 Kalmthout Belgium Tel 32 0 3 620 20 20 Fax 32 0 3 666 48 94 www vermeiren be info vermeiren be QUALITY EUROPE ...

Page 2: ...hree primary support surfaces buttocks back and lower extremities PREVENTION METHODS Wheelchair fitted to the individual user Solid backrest and seat Correct backrest height depends on the desired amount of trunk support Seat depth allows up to 2 5 cm from back of knee to front of seat Seat width allows 1 3 cm from the outside line of thigh and armrest on either side Correct lateral support for th...

Page 3: ...equate trunk support to prevent trunk collapse Causes related to physical conditions fixed pathological kyphosis of spine posterior pelvic tilt tendon tension tight hip flexor low trunk muscle tone weak and deteriorated muscles WHY TO USE THE BELT extended trunk and retracted shoulder blades reduced kyphosis natural trunk alignment over pelvis improved respiratory capacity increased head control b...

Page 4: ...ent of trunk over pelvis and reduced shoulder blades retraction improved respiratory volume for users capable of active trunk flexion a neoprene vest may allow more freedom of movement while providing posture stabilization and correction some users will require additional support at lower ribs and abdomen to reduce lordosis U74 vest without zipper Vest available in two versions wide and narrow des...

Page 5: ... forward shoulders not level CAUSES Wheelchair inadequate trunk support in particular lateral support Uneven seating surface seat too wide for the user Causes related to physical conditions flexible or fixed pathological scoliosis of spine pelvic obliquity asymmetrical muscle tone shortening one side of trunk hip joint contracture WHY TO USE THE BELT Appropriate trunk support which in conjunction ...

Page 6: ...nges height and clothing Technical specification of vests with and without zipper Wide version U74 W and U73 W Tightening the straps Always keep the belt tightened at adjustment straps during daily use to ensure correct placement adequate stabilization to allow movement and correct respiratory volume Attaching to the frame An easy fastening system allows fitting and adjustment of strap in length C...

Page 7: ...i t y NEO FLEX POSTURE CORRECTION AND SUPPORT SYSTEM For more information contact your local dealer N V Vermeiren N V Vermeirenplein 1 15 B 2920 Kalmthout Belgium Tel 32 0 3 620 20 20 Fax 32 0 3 666 48 94 www vermeiren com info vermeiren be QUALITY EUROPE ...

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