12303_Symmetrikit Chair Brochure 2011.pdf - GTK Rehab

SymmetriKit TM chairsfor rest, workand play1

Index4681012141618IntroductionThe Right ChairIt’s a chair, a bed and a wedge!Supported SittingLiving With Your ChairPressure Care & Temperature ControlOptions & AccessoriesSpecificationsPhilip’s chair has Neo covers3

Sitting well isharder workthan it looksSitting well is harder work than it looks. It takes effort to maintaina balanced position and if you cannot do that, then the chair has todo it for you. Without proper support you may end up adopting abad posture, running out of puff, stuck in bed or confined to awheelchair for the entire day.It may be that you need just a bit of functional support, it may be thatyou need something more complex. Either way, with our modularSymmetrikit chair, we can help by providing just the right amount ofsupport for your needs .4 5

The right chairfor rest, workand play!As well as providing great support to help youlie back and relax, your Symmetrikit chair can bequickly repositioned to provide support in dayto day activities which require more “functional”positions, your chair can quickly be broughtup to an upright or forward tilted position formeal times, play or other “tray-work”. The correctposition for PEG feeding can be easily achieved.The free standing table has a generous worksurface and can be angledand rotated to suit your needs. It can be quicklyremoved and folded away.6 7

Beth having a stretchin proneTanya has a chair with the Classic cover optionMulti-functionalOne piece of furniture for tilt in space sitting,reclining and side lying. Use it head downfor postural drainage and “back to front” fora prone stretch.‘MaxRelax’back adjustmentOur MaxRelax design makes it easier tomove between an reclined and uprightposition, reducing shear forces andminimising gaps appearing between seatand back. In manual chairs, this design alsoeliminates any sudden movementswhen the backrest is released.It’s a chair, a bed and a wedge!Tilt in Space functionAllows an easy change of positionwithout disturbing any of the other chairsettings - tilt back to relax, forward forfunction or to get in and out.NeutralTiltedFSA Monitor ReadingsThe Effect of Tilt in Space on Pressure Distributionin a Symmetrikit Chair.Single Subject (Adult Male) Jan 2003Snapshots of pressure readings (standard cushion)Shows a 40% reduction in peak and mean pressures8NB Readings are for illustration only. 9

Courtney has a medium chairEasy fitting,supported sittingMulti-adjustable and re-settableEvery aspect of the chair can be adjusted so chairs arecalibrated to help when setting and re-setting.Adjustments include:Seat width and depthSeat heightArm height and angleLeg lengthBack restLeg restFoot-plateTilt in space anglesAdjustable upper backand wingsFingerform TM backFingerform users tend to have a more complexwheelchair or activity chair and cannot tolerateanything less in their ‘relax’ seating.Individual fingers can be adjusted up and down,in and out, angled, set off to one side and even topivot. This ability allows one to accurately follow theshape of the spine and support the whole trunk.Fingerform positionsrelative to the bodyKerry also has a medium chair10 11

Edna enjoying the papers in her Symmetrikit chairwith Glide wheels and Neo covers.Living with your chairCompact yet multi functional and easy to clean. Our chairsare simple to use yet no less practical. Our new designsmean that chairs are easier to adjust and are calibratedallowing adjustment between predetermined positions. The chairis easy to clean and carefor and the covers areremovable and washable.Courtney takes a breakFold down armsGetting in and out of any chair can be astruggle. Quick release arms facilitate sidetransfers and can help with correct slingfitting.Easy flip footplateEasy flip down footplate gives propersupport to the feet and ankles.12 13

It is common knowledge that getting the seating correct willreduce point pressures significantly: Getting the seat depth correctand making sure that as much weight as possible is taken throughthe leg rest and arm rests are the key steps to redistributing the load.Using tilt in space can spread some of the load onto the backrest. Even if pressure is not the main concern, getting theseright will allow for more comfortable long term sitting.Pressure care& temperature controlLowzone TM Contour:Our contoured Lowzone TMvisco-elastic cushions areregarded as providing “MediumHigh” pressure relief. In our owntrials using our FSA pressuremonitors, these regularlyexceed non contoured gel,water and standardvisco- elastic cushions in pressurereduction. They are inherentlymore stable thanfluid based systems.Anti Thrust cushion:A medium risk LowzoneVisco elastic cushion. Used inconjunction with a 4 pointlap strap for clients withextensor spasm.We are regularly asked “what risk category is your cushion?”Unfortunately there is no recognised scale for seating as thecommonly used scales are for mattresses. However, we do understandthat there is a need to generally rank different cushions in relation toeach other; here we draw on a key strength in that our parent companyis a major supplier of static seating to the UK NHSwheelchair services; we are able to draw on years of design expertiseand experience to provide a comprehensive choice of cushions andcan rank them as our wheelchair service customers do.Please remember, this is only a guide. A pressure monitor should beused if available and inappropriate clothing, draw sheets and padsshould be avoided if possible.Starlock TM cushion:Starlock TM is seen as a cushionfor higher risk users which canalso be used to accommodatepelvic obliquity or asymmetry.It differs from older designs ofair filled cushion in that once theuser is seated, the individual cellscan be simultaneously locked toprovide an instant mould and anextremely stable seating “base”.Temperature ControlWhere clients are unable to regulatetheir own core temperature or aresweating then allowing air to circulateand moisture to evaporate will help toreduce skin temperature and humidity.Our Aero upholstery option is manufacturedwith panels of Airmantle TM (asused in Our Symmetrisleep system)which allows air to circulate.1415

Options &AccessoriesGlide WheelsHaving individually locking castors can be tricky forbusy staff-2 brakes have to be released and chairs canbe awkward to steer. The Glide wheels option offersa single, easier accessed brake bar and straightersteering reducing bumps and collisions.Tiltrite, Symmetricare and Fingerform back optionsStandard, narrow & wide seat options2 & 3 powered or manual operationFingerform TM backSelect between 1 and 4 armatures dependingon level of lateral support required and chair size.See page 10 for more detailsTableHead restPommels2 point or 4 point posture beltAir permeable chest and groin harnessesBig wheel optionLeg stops and FootblocksRange of cushionsIt’s easier witha power chair:Choose either 3 function Battery Power (Tilt,recline and leg elevation) or 2 function (just tilt and legelevation) for easier changes in position.Complies with BS8480 (anti entrapment).16Audible operation alert17

Suede effectBlueGreenSandMinkRedBlackPVCNavyAeroBlackCammo18Upholstery stylesNEOContemporary stylingwith a minimalist feel.Fully washable,waterproof, mock suede issoft, durable and stylish.Available with Aero insertsfor temperature controlSee page 15 for detailCLASSICTraditional stylingwith full arm covers andwrap-around valence.Fully washable, waterproof,mock suede is soft, durableand stylish.Available with Aero insertsfor temperature controlSee page 15 for detailsAeroAero panels allow free aircirculation.Available with either Neo orClassic cover sets.See page 15 for detailsMediumLargeSeat Tilt +/- 22˚ +/- 22˚Seat Depth (with Tiltrite back) 390*-520 465-520Seat WidthNarrow arm setting 170-320 170-320Standard arm setting 315-450 315-450Wide arm setting 470-600 470-600Arm Height (top of seat to top of arm)Shallow arms 160-220** 160-220**Standard arms 160-220** 160-220**Leg Length 235-435*** 360-660***Seat To Floor Height (at thigh when tilted forward) 580*** 710***Backrest Height (seat top to top back) 615-850** 615-850**Footplate Angle Range 180˚ 180˚Arms Adjustable For Height, Angle and Skew 4 4Calibrated Tilt, Recline And Arm Settings 4 4Lowzone Contour Seat Cushion 4 4Lowzone Storage Tray 4 4Push Handle 4 4Flip Footplate - 180˚ Range 4 4Castors - 100mm, 2 braked 4 4Rigid Locking Gas Jacks - Tilt And Recline 4 4MaxRelax Recline Action 4 4*With wedge fittedSymmetrikit Chair**Wide seat reduces this by 25mm***Increase by 25mm if wide seat fittedOptions24v battery power, tilt, recline, leg angle24v battery power, tilt and recline onlyHead RestTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONTable - height and angle adjustable with swivel top4 x 100mm bracket castorsGlide wheels - 200mm with single brakeAero chest and groin hardnessPommels, leg stops and footblocksStarlock cushionClassic, Neo and Areo cover optionsALL MEASUREMENTS ARE IN MMPower chairs comply with BS8480 - All chairs comply with BS5852 Ignition Source 5The company reserves the right to vary specifications - UK and foreign patents apply- Tiltrite, Fingerform and Lowzone are all registered trade marks of the Helping HandCompany (Ledbury) Ltd - Starlock is a trademark of Star Cushion products Inc.Stealth is a trademark of Stealth Products19

Although there are no regulations stipulating thatmulti adjustable chairs need servicing, a regularinspection and certification will provide peace ofmind. Our national team of 14 trained engineersprovide on site service and repair.We can also offer a value for money extendedwarranty. This has been devised to ensure thatwhatever term you take it over, the cost of ownershipis predetermined and will fit your budget. Terms areavailable for up to 3 years and if you add that to thestandard 12 month warranty that comes with all ofour products, that is 4 years peace of mind.ORDERLINESCall: 01531 635388Fax: 01531 638059e-mail: sales@symmetrikit.co.ukwww.symmetrikit.co.uk20Printed on recycled paper