pacific rehab Designs for Fun and Function Introducing the New HeadpodTM

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1 pacific rehab Designs for Fun and Function Introducing the New HeadpodTM

2 Basic Kit Basic Kit Mini Kit for smaller heads Optional Chin Strap Various mounting options available to mount to solid surfaces like wheelchair backs and activity chairs Headpod with Optional Chin Strap in place

3 New Product! What Does It Do? The Headpod gives a child the opportunity to move within their plane of strength and on towards the goal of independent head control It provides the child with a real world visual field Can be used during feeding. It does not rigidly fix the head, but allows for rotation and forward flexion to assist with swallowing. The Headpod can reduce fatigue as the child no longer struggles during their day to maintain an upright head The Headpod fastens easily to a variety of headrest systems on a child s adaptive stroller, wheelchair or stander Easy to clean, lightweight and removable when not in use. Optimal for children from 2-8 years, but can be utilized with older children who exhibit hypotonicity of the neck and trunk For the child who wants to interact with their world, but is restricted by the lack of a functional, upright head! Refer to the web site to see application and instructional videos

4 Why Dynamic? What does it mean during gait???? Dynamic Assisted Gait The Meywalk, Miniwalk and Buddy Roamer move dynamically up and down during gait. This allows the user to come down into Heel Strike and Toe Off for a more normal gait pattern. As the user steps forward, the compressed spring assembly lifts and assists with the Swing Through portion of the gait. Toe Off Swing Through Heel Strike The Quality of Gait The weakest part of the gait is frequently the Mid Phase (Swing Through). Many children and adults have very weak hip flexors and as they step forward, they require assistance from their hip adductors to compensate for hip flexor weakness. This can create what is very frequently described as scissoring. The spring assist of the Meywalk, Miniwalk and Buddy Roamer can aid in the lift required at the Swing Through Phase of gait. As this requires less effort, frequently scissoring is diminished, promoting a more normal gait pattern. Whereas leg separation devices can block the scissoring, they can also strengthen the adductors by providing fixed resistance. A spring assist system can allow some users to strengthen their hip flexors and abductors for a better long term result. The Meywalk Assistive Transfer System The Meywalk also has the unique ability to be lowered to make transfers easier. Once the user transfers on to the seat and the ring and tail gate are in place, the user can be brought up into standing by pushing down easily on the lift bar until it locks into place on the base. Other walkers and gait trainers require the carer to lift the user into standing before transferring them into their device

5 Miniwalk (size 1 and 2) The Miniwalk 1 and 2 have the same base unit. Growth kits are available to convert a Miniwalk size 1 to a Miniwalk size 2 Sizing: Order Number Under Arm Height Seat Height Max User s Weight Product Dimensions Product Weight Color Miniwalk 1 # lb 25.5 W X 29 L 33 lb Turquoise Miniwalk 2 # lb 25.5 W X 29 L 33 lb Turquoise Meywalk Small NEW junior sized small Meywalk! Sizing: Product Number Under Arm Height Seat Height Max. User Weight Product Dimensions Product Weight Color Meywalk Small # lbs 26.8 W X 33.5 L 45 lb Green

6 Miniwalk and Meywalk Accessories Anti Tippers: Recommended Option Required for No Back and Drag Brakes Castor Swivel Locks: Keeps the Gait Trainer moving in a straight line (can be disengaged) Leg Guides: To Narrow Gait Leg Rest Panel: To block scissoring. Height adjustable and removable Rear Wheel Guards For the user who demonstrates external rotation No Back Brakes: Non Reverse Brakes. The unit can only roll forward. (can be disengaged) Drag Brakes: To slow the walker (can be disengaged) Lateral Hip Pads: Lateral hip support. Keeps user centered over the seat

7 Meywalk Medium and Large The Medium and Large have a Lever Assist Transfer System Sizing: Product Number Under Arm Height Seat Height Max. User Weight Product Dimensions Product Weight Color Medium lb 27.5 W X 37.5 L 55 lb Royal Blue Large lb 27.5 W X 37.5 L 58 lb Royal Blue

8 Product Sizing measurements Size 1 Size 2 Size 3 Size 4 Headrest Height inches inches inches inches Inside Leg inches inches inches inches Chest Width 6-9 inches 8-14 inches inches inches Hip Width 6-9 inches 8-14 inches inches inches Under arm Height inches inches Max User Weight 110 lbs 110 lb 200 lb 220 lb Product Dimensions 25 W x 31 L 25 W x 31 L 32 W x 36 L 32 W x 36 L

9 The buddy roamer The buddy roamer is a posterior support walking system which allows for dynamic gait, weight relief through easily adjustable spring tension, and the freedom of an open front frame Considerable growth is built in to each size. A necessity for the growing child Free lateral movement Adjustable Dynamic Spring provides the graded assisted lift needed during the swing-through portion of gait Most height adjustment and trunk and hip width adjustment can be made without removing the child from the walker Available Options: castor swivel locks, no roll back brakes, arm supports, shoulder pads and abduction pommel

10 The New MK 4 Meywalk Sizing: Product Number Under Arm Height Seat Height Max. User Weight Product Dimensions Weight Frame Color Medium lb 24 W x 37 L 75 lb Metallic Red Large lb 27 W x 43 L 80 lb Metallic Black In addition to the Lever Lift Standing System, a Swivel Action Seat is Available on the MK4!

11 Helmets and Wheelchair Gloves Measure around the head just above the ears Machine Wash, Line Dry TOPPEN HELMETS Lightweight 3-4 oz depending on size Blue Nylon Exterior and Red Cotton Interior Durable...will not flake or tear Cooler, ventilated top Well tolerated for long term, daily use Available in infant to adult sizes Latex Free Sizing 18 (46 cm) 19 (48 cm) 20 (51 cm) 21 (54 cm) 22 (56 cm) 23 (58 cm) 24 (61 cm) 25 (64 cm) Order Number # # # # # # # # Note: Not for use as a bicycle helmet or for use in sports Note that other sizes may be available SMIK GLOVES Mesh Back with Full Leather Palm and Gel Layer over the palm and inside thumb Measure around the palm Sizing X Small Small Medium Large X Large XX Large Order Number 701XS 701S 701M 701L 701XL 701 XXL

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