What is it?
Specialist walking / standing harness manufactured in neoprene because of its elasticity and inertness which makes this material well suited for demanding applications. The design and neoprene provide flexible support around the trunk and pelvic area.
This particular specialist harness has proven very successful for children with athetoid cerebral palsy, acquired brain injury and those with ataxic movement. Allowing for both backward as well as forward movement, this harness is particularly suited to balance therapies, is often used in rehabilitation, working in prone positions, and creates inclusion opportunities in school and family activities.
Helps improve standing tolerance, can be used for independent transfers and activities using natural patterns of movement and due to the nature of the material can be used in hydro-therapy situations.
Apply on a changing table or bed.
Available in one material type:
Neoprene.
Wash by hand
Do not tumble dry
Sizing-guide
Please Note: Measurements are given for guidance and only reflect the design stated. If you require a custom made sling or have any further questions regarding Silvalea sizing please contact us for more help.
|
A
(Chest Circumference) |
B
(Armpit to Side Level with Base of Spine) |
XXSmall |
67 – 77cm |
24 – 32cm |
XSmall |
77 – 87cm |
29 – 37cm |
Small |
87 – 97cm |
35 – 43cm |
Medium |
97 – 107cm |
40 – 48cm |
Large |
107 – 117cm |
45 – 53cm |
XLarge |
117 – 127cm |
49 – 57cm |
Lift type-guide
Lift Type: KEY
Active – end user is active and can participate in transfer
Passive Lift – end user can maintain passivity or has limited mobility
Extensive – end user has limited body control and/or suffers from extreme extensions.
Mobility FIM
Functional Independence Measure
The Functional Independence Measure (FIM) scale assesses physical and cognitive disability. This scale focuses on the burden of care – that is, the level of disability indicating the burden of caring for them.
Mobility
- Transfers: bed/chair/wheelchair
- Transfers: toilet
- Transfers: bathtub/shower
- Transfers: car
- Locomotion: walking/wheelchair
- Locomotion: stairs
Sling Shape
Approximate visual representation of sling design.