The Comfort Company Swing-Away Amputee Support easily installs on most wheelchair models with tubing sizes from 7/8" to 1" in diameter. The quick release swing-away feature allows for easier transfers in and out of the wheelchair, while the toggle lever allows the Amputee pad to be positioned at multiple angles.
The Amputee pad is height adjustable up to four inches to accommodate different cushion sizes and can be depth adjusted up to three inches allowing the pad to work with wheelchair depth conversion kits. The foam cushion has a dual layer comfort layer; a soft entry layer for comfort and a firmer base layer for support. The pad cover is made from Comfort-Tek fabric that is fluid proof, easy to clean, multi-direction stretchable and has pressure alleviating properties.
Measure from the most posterior point of the body to the inside of the knee, minus at least two inches. Some prefer more leg overhang to make room for their hand when lifting their leg.
Back Height2
Measured from the seat base to the top of the wheelchair back. Depends on how much upper back support is needed, and also affects freedom for the upper body to rotate.
Rear Seat to Floor3
Measurement from the ground to the rear seat edge. Relative to the front seat-to-floor dimension, this determines the rearward slope ("dump" or "squeeze") of the wheelchair seat.
Hanger Angle4
Determines how far the toes extend away from the body, measured from the horizontal. A tighter angle allows the wheelchair to turn around in less space. Depends in part on ability of the knee to bend towards the perpendicular.
Seat Width5
Determined by the widest point of the body from knee to hip, plus an inch to ensure room to move. Consider bulk of clothing, particularly a heavy winter coat, if relevant.
Wheel Camber6
Angle of the wheel relative to the vertical. More camber improves stability and agility, but also limits ability to pass through narrow spaces. A typical daily wheelchair uses three degrees of camber.
Front Seat to Floor7
Measure the leg from the back of the knee to the sole of the foot. Then subtract the thickness of the cushion when it is compressed. Next, add a minimum of two inches for footrest clearance. Do not add the footrest clearance if the wheelchair will be foot-propelled.
Footrest Width8
Measure from the inside of each legrest tubing the distance or desired distance between legrests.
Center of Gravity9
Measure from the front of the seat back post to the center of the rear axel.
Seat to Footrest Length10
Measure from the edge of the seat upholstery to the top rear of the footrest.
Backrest Angle11
Measure the the angle of the back post to the floor. Ninety degrees will be perpendicular to the floor, to approximate the angle from the back post to the seat, subtract two degrees from measurment for every .5" of dump.
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The Comfort Company products are guaranteed for life against manufacturer's defects. We will gladly repair or replace any products at no charge to you.
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For COVID 19 safety, SpinLife is uniquely able to continue to offer White Glove Delivery and Service on medically essential equipment through our national team of certified technicians with the goal of keeping our customers and our delivery teams safe. We continue to provide these services with the following modifications:
Our White Glove Delivery agent will use hand sanitizer before entering your home.
The agent will unpack and set-up your product to the extent possible outside the home.
Please have the door open for the agent, and maintain a distance of at least 6 feet from the agent while they are in your home.
Mobility products and patient lifts will be set-up and delivered to immediately inside the door.
Beds and lift chairs will be placed into the appropriate room. All furniture must be moved so the agent does not need to touch any existing furniture.
Please note that orders placed with White Glove or Inside Delivery services may be delayed beyond the standard additional 5-7 business days.
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