Posey Torso Support

Torso Support

This torso support is a wheelchair positioning aid that adds support around the chest and over the shoulders to help prevent leaning and forward sliding. It fits buyers looking for a reversible support option, with flap release placement that can be set in front for self-release or in back for caregiver-assisted release. Soft quilted foam fabric and hook and loop closure support day-to-day comfort and adjustment.

Good Fit For

• Wheelchair users who need added torso support
• Care settings that need front or back release positioning options
• Situations where leaning or forward sliding is a concern

Key Features

• Adds support around the chest and shoulders to help prevent leaning and forward sliding
• Reversible design lets buyers position the flap release in front or in back
• Front release option supports individuals who can self-release
• Back release option supports caregiver-assisted release workflows
• Soft quilted foam fabric offers a more comfortable feel
• Hook and loop closure allows straightforward adjustment

Applications and Usage

• Adding upper-body support for a wheelchair user
• Helping reduce leaning during seated wheelchair use
• Supporting positioning when forward sliding is a concern
• Setting flap release in front for self-release use
• Setting flap release in back for caregiver-assisted release

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Material: Foam.
• For additional forward sliding control, use with a wedge cushion or a lap belt
• This torso support is for use with wheelchairs
• Release placement can be chosen based on whether self-release or caregiver-assisted release is preferred

FAQ

• Can the release be positioned in different places? Yes. The reversible design allows the flap release to be positioned either in front or in the back.
• Who is the front release placement for? Front placement is intended for individuals who can self-release.
• Who is the back release placement for? Back placement is intended for caregiver-assisted release.
• What kind of support does this torso support provide? The torso support adds support around the chest and over the shoulders to help prevent leaning and forward sliding.
• Should this be used with any other positioning products? For additional forward sliding control, the torso support should be used with a wedge cushion or a lap belt.

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