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lordosis

Uncorrected position. 

Swivel buckles ensure free pivoting and 

smooth adjustment of an angle between 

attachment straps and the vest, straps do 

not twist or chafe. 

ASSESSMENT

 concave curvature of spine,

 hyper-extended lumbar spine,

 anterior pelvic tilt,

 retracted shoulder blades,

 limited contact with backrest.

Corrected position – a vest U74 

without zipper or U73 with zipper. 

Must be used with a four-point hip 

belt U75. 

CAUSES 

Wheelchair:

 seat to backrest angle to small and 

inadequate trunk support to prevent trunk collapse. 

Causes related to physical conditions:

 fixed 

pathological lordosis of spine, anterior pelvic tilt, 

tendon tension, tight hip flexor, low trunk muscle 

tone, weak and deteriorated muscles.

WHY TO USE THE VEST

 primary support of sternum,

 reduced lordosis and anterior pelvic tilt,

 natural alignment 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 designed especially for 

women.

U73- vest with zipper. Vest available 

in two versions, wide and narrow 

designed especially for women.

Vest is made from high 

quality  LYCRA coated 

neoprene. It ensures 

proper flexibility and 

stabilization.

Middle part of the vest is made from 

It’s makes that part strong what 

improve the stability of the trunk , 

breathing l and control of movement 

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as well

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Normally  upper stabilization vests  are delivered 

with rear pull 

which allows a seated 

person to adjust the pull.  . 

 when is not recommended that the 

patient may adjust the pull ,  vests may be also 

delivered with front pull 

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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