- Chest Prompt:
- The new, padded chest prompt holds the torso at the desired angle
- It is available in three sizes and accommodates a wide range of users
- Tilt adjusts forward or backward in 15° increments
- One knob adjusts both tilt angle and width
- Adjustments can be made while user is in the walker
- Chest Prompt stays open for easy transfers
- Fit the Chest Prompt snugly to support dependent users or wrap loosely as a training guide for gaining independent trunk control
- Cleanable padding is anti-microbial and repels UV light to stay cool
- Fits all earlier models of the Pacer Gait Trainer
- Arm Prompts:
- Versatile Arm Prompts include height, rotation, angle, lateral proximity and forward/backward adjustments to accommodate numerous positioning requirements
- Arm Prompts placed at elbow height below the shoulders assist weight-bearing
- Arm Prompts are placed at the front of the frame for a forward-leaning posture
- Arm Prompts angled upward encourage active upper trunk and head control
- Individualized positioning accommodates contractures
- Communication Tray:
- Designed to hold small objects and communication devices weighing less than 10 pounds
- Thigh Prompts:
- Thigh Prompts swing freely with the user’s stride and prevent leg scissoring while encouraging weight-bearing
- Thigh Prompts are height adjustable in the medial and lateral positions
- The inside strap maintains leg separation
- The outer curve limits leg abduction
- Thigh Prompts can prevent the child from turning within the Pacer frame
- Large and small Thigh Prompts are available
- This type of prompt makes a gait trainer different from a pediatric walker, because they help develop better walking skills
- Hip Positioner:
- The Hip Positioner swings with a child’s walking motion, allowing the user to shift weight from one leg to the other
- Raise the Handholds and shorten the straps to assist weight-bearing
- Lower the Handholds and lengthen the straps for use as a safety sling
- To keep the child's pelvis in midline and behind the shoulders, attach the anterior straps further back on the frame
- The Hip Positioner Pad, sold separately, gives cushioned comfort. Hip Positioner includes one pair of Handholds. Most pediatric walkers do not have this option
- Hip Positioner Pad:
- Slips onto the Hip Positioner, providing the user with additional padded comfort
- Extra Pair of Handholds:
- The Handholds adjust up and down and can be used in four rotational directions
- Ankle Prompts:
- Ankle Prompts snap securely onto the frame and have comfortably padded ankle straps
- The spring adjusters limit stride length and control stride placement
- Strap length adjusts to determine foot separation and prevent scissoring, which is a problem with other pediatric walkers
- Casters: Use any combination of features as needed -
- Swivel lock: Lock the swivels on all casters to move in a straight line. Unlock the front casters to allow steering, or unlock all casters for movement in any direction.
- Brake: Depress the lever to brake the wheel. Lift to release brake.
- Variable drag: Slow the forward motion by adjusting the variable drag.
- Ratchet control: Set the one-way ratchet control on each caster to prevent involuntary backward movement
- Factors to be considered:
- Exceeded height and weight recommendations
- Inappropriate prompt placement, especially in extreme forward or reverse positions
- Inadequate prompting
- Strong involuntary movements or seizures
- Excessive speed of movement
- Sudden stops from hitting a curb, crack, or debris
- Pushing against brakes/directional locks on casters
- Uneven ground
- Ramps, slopes and hills
- Warnings:
- All mobility equipment can become unstable when used inappropriately
- Adult supervision is required at all times
- Correct use of this product requires the prior approval and ongoing guidance of a qualified therapist or physician
- Supervision is required at all times
- Straps and supports are provided for the safety of the user
- The use of straps and supports must be closely supervised
- Use only on a level, unobstructed surface indoors and outside
- Do not use near steps, sloped driveways, roads, alleys or swimming pools
- Use only on level ground or indoors
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