Positioning Components


ROHO, Inc.

AGILITY Carbon

AGILITY Carbon

  • With a compression-molded, lightweight carbon fiber construction, the AGILITY Carbon combines high-strength performance with a streamlined design.
  • With single clamps on each side, hardware is smaller, lighter and stronger than typical fixed-back hardware.
  • Discs lock into the carbon fiber to create a solid backrest; when loosened, the discs allow the shell to rotate independently to provide 15° forward/rearward angle adjustment in 5° increments.

https://roho.com/product/products/wheelchair-backs/agility-back-system/agility-carbon/

  • (800) 851-3449

Symmetric Designs

Axion Rotary Interface

Axion Rotary Interface

  • The Axion enables headrest pads and head positioning devices to rotate with the user’s head, thus transforming static headrests into dynamic positioning devices.
  • Combined with the user’s head support, the Axion allows the head support to rotate to reduce shear forces and improve peripheral vision.
  • Head support that also enables the head to move horizontally.

https://www.symmetric-designs.com/axion-rotating-headrest-interface.html

  • (800) 537-1724

Matrix Seating USA

Custom-Molded Seats & Backs

Custom-Molded Seats & Backs

  • This infinitely adjustable custom-molded wheelchair seating can be grown to accommodate weight gain and evolving positioning requirements.
  • The design of the seating system provides optimal pressure distribution and superior ventilation to reduce buildups of heat and moisture.
  • Because this system can flex with the wheelchair’s movements, it maximizes shock absorption to reduce shear and pressure.

https://www.matrixseatingusa.com/

  • (800) 986-9319

Stealth Products

Custom Seating

Custom Seating

  • A custom linear seating using the highest-quality materials where Stealth pays close attention to detail to create the correct combination of base, foam and cover that meets the user’s current needs and also grows as needed.
  • Standard and customized back packages, plus back inserts, are available.

https://www.stealthproducts.com/?p=45&tb=pages

  • (800) 965-9229

Stealth Products

Tarta Backrests

Tarta Backrests

  • An ergonomic backrest that uses state-of-the-art materials and design concepts to provide adaptable support that optimizes function for busy users.
  • Ideal for busy children who experience a range of environments and activities every day.

https://www.stealthproducts.com/?p=568

  • (800) 965-9229

Stealth Products

Custom Planar Seating

Custom Seating

From basic needs to highly individualized ones, Stealth Products’ custom manufacturing department can provide hardware solutions that exactly position seat, back and accessory surfaces for wheelchair users of all ages. Stealth can also handle seating components and systems ranging from early childhood to large adult sizing — and the Stealth team is also capable of fabricating custom sizes as needed. From head to toes, Stealth’s positioning department has an innovative and functional solution.

https://stealthproducts.com

  • (800) 965-9229

Broda Seating

Additional Positioning

Additional Positioning

  • BRODA’s Additional Positioning Package (APP) is easy to use and requires no maintenance.
  • Made with high-specification foam and covered with low-shear, waterproof fabric.
  • Includes seat cushion, back/head support, shoulder bolsters, calf/foot support.
  • (800) 668-0637

Convaid

YoYo Base

YoYo Base

  • Inclusion is at the heart of this new high-low base that’s compact, portable and at home inside or outside.
  • The base adjusts easily to different heights, and the tilt-in-space feature provides position changes.
  • Compatible with Convaid’s Trekker seating system (in size 12 or 14) for seamless transitions.
  • (888) 266-8243

Therafin Corp.

Easy Clip Back

Easy Clip Back

  • Simplicity meets style in this basic positioning back (E2611).
  • Available in 14", 16" and 18" widths.
  • Easy to install, has a removable and washable cover, and includes a lumbar pad.
  • Adds just 2.5 lbs. to the chair and requires no special tools to install — just a tape measure.
  • (800) 843-7234

Columbia Medical

P Pod

P Pod

It looks like a beanbag chair, but it’s so much more! P Pod also offers postural support so kids can continue to get the optimal positioning they need even when they’re not in their wheelchairs. Four sizes are available, and the liners can be fitted to accommodate growth. The P Pod has a removable cover to make cleaning convenient, and this lightweight chair can easily be moved throughout the house. It’s fun, appealing and stylish enough to be the star of any room.

https://columbiamedical.com

  • (800) 454-6612

Ki Mobility

Little Wave Flip

Little Wave Flip

  • By integrating styling elements seen in strollers — and 500+ color combinations! — this new tilt-in-space chair seeks to facilitate the first step toward early-intervention positioning.
  • With fewer parts than other tilt chairs, the seat height, depth and width are easy to change as the child grows.
  • A tube-in-tube seat rail design is modular so changes can be made without replacing parts.
  • The raised pivot point on the folding back allows more seating to remain on the chair when it’s folded.
  • (800) 981-1540

Dynamic Health Care Solutions

Nxt Armadillo

Nxt Armadillo

  • A three-section modular shell adjusts to fit the unique contours of the user’s spine.
  • Upper section adjusts 40° anterior/20° posterior.
  • Middle section provides width/height/depth/angle adjustment.
  • Lower section adjusts 30° anterior or posterior when locked into position.
  • E2620/E2621 back is available in 14-22" widths and 16" and 18" heights.
  • (866) 875-2877

Dynamic Health Care Solutions

Nxt Optima

Nxt Optima

  • Offers true height adjustment with an upper panel that adjusts 16-20" and is separate from the lower panel, which remains fixed to control the pelvis.
  • Available in 3.5", 4.75" and 6.5" contours from 16" to 24" wide.
  • 25° of posterior or anterior adjustment.
  • (866) 875-2877

ROHO, Inc.

AGILITY System

AGILITY System

  • Three depth models (Minimum, Mid and Max Contour [pictured]), all of which can be made custom.
  • Two hardware options: quick release and fixed.
  • Accessories include swing-away laterals, fixed laterals, headrest adaptor plate, and a multi-axis offset headrest by Therafin Corp.
  • (800) 851-3449

Ride Designs

Java Decaf

Java Decaf

  • Designed for kids, the Decaf can be flexed specifically to support the unique contours of a growing child’s body without losing seat depth and with accurate support contact through the pelvis, lumbar and thoracic spine.
  • Available in permanent or quick-release configurations.
  • Patented FlexLoc hardware allows Decaf to be adjusted in multiple axes.
  • (866) 781-1633

Stealth Products

ADI CF Series

ADI CF Series

  • Carbon fiber shell and 1" open cell foam with attached .25 EVA backing.
  • Lightweight aluminum hardware.
  • Breathable AirMesh cover.
  • Mounting options include Fixed ELITE (stationary mounting/fixed positioning), Point PRO (stationary mounting/adjustable positioning), Quick Release, 4 Point PRO, and Width-Adjustable ELITE.
  • (800) 965-9229

Comfort Company

Acta-Relief

Acta-Relief

  • Integrates the flexible, adjustable BOA closure system that allows the back to offset the center of pressure and better remove pressure points from the spine.
  • Equal and stable pressure distribution is accomplished in an “off-the-shelf” back design.
  • Available in 16", 18" and 20" widths and 18", 20" or 22" heights.
  • (800) 564-9248

VARILITE®

Icon Back System

Icon Back System

  • For more versatility and comfort than sling upholstery can provide, the Icon Back System combines quick installation with a wide range of adjustability.
  • New VariLock hardware offers simple operation and an integrated permanent mount system.
  • Available in four styles (low, mid, tall and deep) and can fit wheelchairs 12" to 24" wide.
  • (800) 827-4548

Amysystems

Amyseat

Amyseat

  • Power modules are designed and built to ensure they can adapt to the most complex positioning requirements
  • Provides the possibility of customization to meet the individual needs of every client.
  • (888) 453-0311

Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare

Poziform Positioning

Poziform

Poziform Positioning

  • Poziform postural supports include pelvic positioning belts, chest harnesses and lower-extremity supports for pediatric and adult clients.
  • The wide range of styles, sizes and materials makes it easy to fit the user.
  • Belts and harnesses come with all needed attachment hardware.
  • (877) 224-0946

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