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Figure 9a. The user approaching the trunk board
and reaching out for the handholds.
Figure 9b. The user in the raised position.
Operation
• Adjust the trunk board to the
appropriate height and angle for the
user. The recommended height is just
below the hips of the user.
•
Figure 9a:
Wheel the client to the
Support Station facing the padded
concave trunk board.
• With the handholds or slots the user
can assist, pulling up or forward, or can
be helped up onto the trunk board to
support the upper body.
• Secure the support strap if needed (see
Page 8).
• The cutouts on the sides of the trunk
board may be used for additional
support for the elbows.
• While the user is positioned securely
on the trunk board, the caregiver can
complete necessary care and clothing
adjustments.
Fixed confi guration
Figure 9b:
When the user is securely
positioned with the upper body supported
by the trunk board, the wheelchair can be
removed and replaced by a portable toilet.
Pivot confi guration
Securely position client on the trunk board.
Pivot the user and trunk board to enable
access to the fi xed toilet. The client must
have enough leg control to move their feet
during pivot.
