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.