CAPS II
Orthogonal Seating System & Dynamic
Orthogonal Seating System & Dynamic
The CAPS II Seating System has set the standard in special seating for many years. It is the only seating system whose design is a direct result of research into postural management. It has been specifically designed to meet demanding postural requirements, whilst being very adjustable, adaptable and easy to use. It has been developed to fit into over fifty different wheelchairs.
Side Thoracic Support
Knee Block
Pelvic Support
Integrated footplates
Ramped Cushion
Headrest
A few details
The CAPS II seat encourages a normal sequence of motor development by providing the opportunity to experience a symmetrical balanced sitting posture. This, in turn, will lead onto the development of the ability to move the upper body forwards and backwards. This is the first stage in the development of sitting ability.
The seat provides postural security for people with low physical ability by helping them achieve a balanced posture (with pelvis and shoulder control). This security enables head and arm movement without loss of sitting balance.
It offers the therapist and rehabilitation engineer the opportunity to help their clients actually improve their overall postural ability, whilst providing a highly functional sitting position for the user.
The effect of this type of postural management can often be seen after only two weeks, when the seat may require adjustment to shorten the seat length as the user more easily adopts the balanced ‘upright’ position.
The built-in adjustment not only allows one to achieve a correct sitting position, but it also allows the seat to grow with the individual.
Dynamic Seating Option
The tried and tested CAPS II seating system also comes with a dynamic backrest option. A gas spring fitted to the backrest allows a user to extend and then return to the set seating position. This is a good option if you want to absorb extension patterns, rather than trying to break the patterns. Dynamic footrest options are also available that allow for absorption of lower limb extension.
Some Key Features of the Design.
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