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Other Configuring Tips
Configurations must depend on biomechanical evaluation and assessment.
1.
Anterior pelvic tilt: Leave Cushion flat or slightly raise front of Cushion
for neutral alignment of the pelvis and/or promote weight bearing
on ischial tuberosities.
2.
Extensor thrust: Increase hip and knee flexion by building more
support under front of thighs.
3.
Pelvic obliquity: Build-‐up under low side to correct, under high side
to accommodate.
NOTE: In all the above situations, adjust the back support and foot
plates to fit.
Covering the Cushion
The Flex cushion is provided with two covers which must both be used; incontinence and outer. The
abduction wedges are also provided with a cover which must be used if abduction is required from
the cushion.
Once the adjustments are made to the cushion wedges, after assessing the user, the incontinence
cover must be put on (ensure the velcro side is on the bottom). Insert each leg of the cushion and
zip the cover up. The covers have two flaps at the front of the cushion, these are to be pulled tight, if
wedges have been removed you may have to fold some of the cover under the cushion.
WARNING
Ensure that there are no wrinkles, folds and creases on top or front of the cushion
Repeat the process for the outer cover.
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Fitting the Cushion
1.
Position the Cushion about 12mm (0.47”) forward of the front edge
of the seat base pan to protect the user’s legs.
2.
Labels on the Cushion and covers show the BACK. The BACK label on
the Cushion must face rearwards at all times.
3.
Check the size of the Cushion. The Cushion must fully support
the base of the user. If a Cushion is too long it may force the user
to sit with a posteriorly tilted pelvis. If hip flexion or extension is
required, a long cushion may force the client to sit on the edge
where the pivot point is located, which is not ideal from a pressure
management and comfort perspective.
The Cushion must not overlap by more than 25mm (0.98”) with the
backrest cushion.
4.
Proper footrest and back support adjustment may enhance sitting
comfort. Adjust the foot plates so the user’s legs rest firmly but
comfortably on the Cushion. Adjust back support to ensure the pelvis
is posteriorly supported.
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