Foot guide for an ARJO Sara Stedy sit-to-stand-aid
The client uses a standing aid to mobilise from sitting, but one-sided weakness means one foot drags, leading to his standing with poor posture. A guide was added to the footplate to guide the foot into the preferred position.
The Challenge
The client uses a standing aid to mobilise from sitting, but one-sided weakness means one foot drags, causing him to stand with poor posture.
The solution
A simple wooden guide was added to the footplate to guide the foot into the preferred position. It is held in place with a standard rachet strap.
The benefit
The client can now mobilise safely
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