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Permobil ConneCt
with Virtual Seating CoaCh
The addition of Connect to Permobil chairs is a real improve- ment. First, the fact that part of the system does not rely on a smartphone or Bluetooth is great, as many users do not have that technology. Many manufacturers have the ability to look at chair function remotely now, but most require Bluetooth to do so.
So, the ability to do this
without Bluetooth opens up the
functionality to everyone who
uses a wheelchair. Additionally,
the fact that Virtual Seating
Coach (VSC) is now free for
individuals who do have smart-
phones or tablets is great. So many clients forget to use their power features, and they say they wish they had a reminder. This is exactly that!
Plus, for my clients who I want to drive slightly tilted to help with seating, the VSC can show them they are tilted the 10-15° I’ve recommended. VSC has been around for a while, but it was always an upcharge feature that most of my clients could not afford. So, this is a real step forward.
— Lauren Rosen, PT, MPT, MSMS, ATP/SMS, Program Coordinator, Motion Analysis Center, St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital of Tampa Permobil, (800) 736-0925; permobilus.com
SPex PoSitioning
The Spex system is modular and comprises a grid of foam cubes. The individual cubes can be customized “on the spot” by adding to or removing foam to meet the individ- ual’s specific upper-body shape.
The Spex back support profile can be created based on the postural needs identified for the individual’s upper body. The system has the ability to instantly “create” greater volume or fullness in the back support where needed or to remove fullness to ensure good contact with the body contours.
By providing seating which has the ability to be adjusted, clini- cians and ATPs have
the ability to continue
to provide an indi-
vidual with comfort and postural support, while meeting the asymmetrical postural presentation.
— Lee Ann Hoffman, Clinical Educator, OT, MSc. Rehabilitation: Posture Management, Numotion
Medifab,
Spexseating.com
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