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FIGURE 9
The height of the backrest and the amount of control pro-
vided by the adjustable tension upholstery will vary de-
pending on the abilities of the user. An active paraplegic
(SCI) may require minimal back height which adds pos-
terior stability to the pelvis and lets the trunk assume a
natural balance over the top edge of the wheelchair uphol-
stery. A less active para (with a higher level of injury) or a
quadriplegic may require a higher backrest with an in-
creased level of recline (FIGURE 10).
INSTALLING FABRIC CLOTHING
GUARDS (FIGURE 11)
1. Remove the seat cushion, if necessary.
2. Secure the fastening straps of the fabric clothing
protectors to the seat upholstery.
3. Reinstall the seat cushion, if necessary.
4. Remove the two (2) phillips screws that secure
the back upholstery to the back canes.
5. Position the D-rings on the mounting holes in the
back canes.
6. Reinstall the two (2) phillips screws and securely
tighten.
7. Run the nylon cord evenly through the two (2) D-
rings.
8. Run the nylon cord through the cord lock.
9. Push star wheel into cord lock to hold the nylon
cord in place.
10. Tie a knot in the nylon cord and cut the excess, if
desired.
FIGURE 10
For individuals who have fixed kyphotic spine, the
backrest can be adjusted to allow for an increased
recline while providing increased contact and support
of the back (FIGURE 9).
Fabric Clothing
Guard
Fastening Straps
Seat Upholstery
Nylon Cord
Phillips
Screw,
D-ring
Cord
Lock
Star
Wheel
Phillips Screw, D-ring
The effect of back support and the angle of the backrest
are interconnected. Changes to one often requires
change to the other if optimal support and balance are
to be achieved. Use of a wheelchair with adjustable
tension upholstery can significantly increase function,
postural condition, balance and comfort.
FIGURE 11 - INSTALLING
FABRIC CLOTHING GUARDS
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