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Figure 27b
Figure 27a
Operation
Once the accessories are attached and adjusted approximately, the client can be placed in
the Pacer in either an anterior or posterior position.
To prevent tipping and
resulting injury:
• Position prompts so that the client’s
center of gravity is centered between
the casters.
• Use adequate accessories to ensure
that client’s feet remain within
boundaries of the Pacer frame.
• Do not position arm prompts, arm
platforms or handloops at the extreme
ends of the top bar.
Anterior positioning
Forward facing
Figures 27a and 27b:
This shows normal
positioning. Note that the chest prompt
has no tilt and the slightly forward-leaning
angle of the client is achieved by locating
the hip positioner / pelvic support behind
the shoulders.
1. Apply the caster brakes to immobilize
the Pacer.
2. Approximate the adjustments of:
• chest prompt
• arm prompts
• hip positioner or pelvic support
• frame height (top bar of frame).
3. Unfasten:
• Hip positioner or pelvic support rings at
rear of Pacer
• Buckles at the rear of the chest prompt
• Straps of arm prompts, thigh prompts
and ankle prompts
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