5
Design and Function
Chin Prompt
CAUTION
The
Chin Prompt
should only be prescribed and fitted by a
qualified health professional.
WARNING
The
Chin Prompt
is
NEVER
to be left in place
as a full-time positioning device.
Do not use the
Chin Prompt
during transport.
The
Chin Prompt
is to be used only with direct supervision. It is intended to be
used only as a therapeutic tool, or for additional assistance for feeding,
communication, therapy, and limited periods of time to increase the uses ability to
attend to an activity.
Placement of the Chin Prompt
The placement of the
Chin Prompt
needs to be determined on an individual basis.
•
If the client requires maximum assistance to hold their head up, the prompt
would be placed in direct contact with the chin while the head is in neutral
position.
•
To use the prompt therapeutically, lower the prompt to allow for active neck
extension with a limited range. As the client gets stronger, gradually lower
placement of the prompt or remove the prompt.
Fitting the Chin Prompt
If the client requires less assistance support from the prompt, place the prompt just
below the chin, using it as a boundary to limit the amount of neck flexion into
which the client might otherwise lapse.
1.
The curved part of the
Chin
Promp
t faces the neck.
2.
Place the chin prompt in between
the anterior stabilizing arms at
the desired height.
3.
Wrap the right side strap around
the arm and attach it to the hook
and loop on the
Chin Prompt
.
4.
Wrap the left side strap around
the arm and attach it to the hook
and loop on the
Chin Prompt
.
5.
Wrap the
Chin Prompt
cover
over the installed
Chin Prompt
and attach with the hook and
loop facing away from the client.
