Adaptive seating for cerebral palsy – Keep your independence by using adaptive chairs
Specialized seating, also called adaptive seating, is designed to support and position people who are living with cerebral palsy. The goal of EMP Living adaptive seating solutions is to improve general comfort and function, reduce muscle contractures, and help people be independent.
Designed by physical therapists, our adaptive seating system is one of the most advanced mobility chairs available today. Any person living with mobility restrictions or difficulties due to cerebral palsy can recover their independence with EMP Living power chairs.
High quality, professionally developed adaptive seating for cerebral palsy
Why should people with cerebral palsy choose EMP Living mobility equipment?
Functional design
REAL Chairs are visually appealing and functional. They are designed for users with physical limitations to do more independently, longer and safely. They can help with completing tasks independently and include features such as electric powered adjustable height and tilt, customized cushions, and a safety brake for enhanced security. All of the elements combine to improve the user’s independence, safety and comfort.
Powered control
REAL chairs are electrically powered, allowing the chair’s position to be adjusted simply and securely. Powered functions can include the safety brake, seat tilt, seat height and backrest. The electric power guarantees smooth and precise adjustments, making it simple and easy for the user to attain the ideal posture and support they need.
Easy to use
The small, sleek frames of REAL chairs allow them to be used in almost any environment without the need for room modifications. These chairs can be used in small areas such as bathrooms and kitchens and can fit through standard doorways. The small size makes it easy to move the chair from one area to another, preserving the user’s autonomy and mobility in their home, office or school.
Safety
REAL adaptive seats are designed for safety. They include a braking system that stops the chair from moving. Our safety brake provides confidence and stability, allowing people to use their chair without fear.
Modular design
REAL chairs are custom built for each user. A wide selection of accessories are available including seat belts, harnesses, trunk supports, calf supports, leg dividers, and leg supports which can be easily added or removed for people with cerebral palsy. If we don’t have what you are looking for, we can usually find a customized solution.
Multiple chairs in one
REAL chairs are versatile, adaptable modular seating systems that can be used for a variety of purposes, including adaptive seating, powered hi-lo chairs, standing support chairs, physical therapy chairs, rehabilitation chairs, transfer chairs, lift chairs, and many more. These chairs are designed to meet the unique needs of individuals with physical limitations, providing support and assistance in various settings, whether at home, office, school, or a healthcare facility.
How can EMP Living Adaptive Seating aid you in your everyday life?
Adaptive seating, such as an EMP Living Adaptive Chair, can make a significant difference in the daily lives of individuals with mobility limitations. These specialized chairs are designed to provide support and improve body positioning to help individuals accomplish their everyday activities. EMP Living mobility chairs can help you with your daily activities, whether you have cerebral palsy, or other functional health problems that limit your movement.
We offer the largest variety of adaptive chairs and special needs activity chairs. We understand that each individual has unique needs and preferences. We have designed our chairs to be modular allowing us to offer thousands of different configurations. Our adaptive seating systems are designed to fit a comprehensive range of health issues and can be tailored to meet your specific requirements.
Your quality of life can be enhanced and your independence maintained with the aid of an EMP Living adaptive chair. Regardless of your condition, our adaptive seating for cerebral palsy offers support and optimum body placement to help people complete their daily tasks.
EMP Living’s adaptive seating for cerebral palsy
We offer three different adaptive seating solutions for individuals, each created to meet each person’s unique needs and diverse range of physical limitations. We have a model that will work for you, whether you require a chair with an integrated headrest, or one that can be adjusted to perfectly fit your body.
The REAL Adult mobility device
Our adaptive seating equipment for adults is practical and functional. It is an aid designed to help you be more independent. Our chairs facilitate ease of movement by helping you perform daily activities at home and work. It is not just an adaptive chair – it is a hi-low chair, activity chair, standing support chair, lift chair, transfer chair, therapy chair, rehabilitation chair, elevator chair, dynamic chair, riser chair, and much more.
The REAL Child mobility device
Our mobility chairs for children help foster an inclusive environment. We focus on empowerment for children with mobility issues to help them conquer these challenges. Instead of being confined to one desk at school or needing to ask for help, children can operate our chairs by themselves and move the device anywhere they want. In school, they can use the chair in class, at lunch, or to play with friends. It encourages classroom and community participation. At home, they can use it in the kitchen, bathroom or bedroom. The chair can be used to play, study, and relax. The simple design of our functional and comfortable chair allows it to fit into many spaces. It is suitable for a wide range of activities.
The REAL Big & Heavy mobility device
Our bariatric chair for heavy users. The REAL Big & Heavy is designed to be functional and assist users with a variety of needs. It is an aid that is designed to help you be more independent by helping with daily activities at home and work. The height control, safety brake, and Ergomedic Seating System help you do more activities, and to complete them independently, safely and comfortably. Built with a reinforced frame, seat and backrest, the REAL Big & Heavy has a weight limit of 605 lbs.
The REAL lift chair
Our REAL adaptive lift chair is equipped with electric height controls that allow the chair to go up and down while the user is sitting. It also features seat tilt control and four-inch caster wheels that can move in all directions. The REAL Lift adaptive lift chair can be used at the kitchen table or at a desk, and in the family room or bedroom. It’s useful anywhere you need to sit or stand. The large wheels make it easy to move the chair from one room to the next, and the REAL Lift chair fits easily through doorways. It caters to a variety of users’ needs by enabling the transition from sitting to standing. That’s how it earned the lift chair name.
Before making any purchases, we recommend you speak with a healthcare expert. Adaptive seating is often prescribed by a therapist or doctor and selected based on the unique needs of the individual.
Learn more about adaptive seating for cerebral palsy
What is adaptive seating?
The concept of adaptive seating for those who have cerebral palsy has become increasingly important in recent years. Adaptive seating helps individuals manage their mobility and posture while providing comfort and support. The main objectives of adaptive seats are to reduce muscle contractures, promote general comfort and function, and improve breathing and digestion. These adjustable seats are designed to be functional in a variety of day-to-day environments such as homes, schools and workplaces.
Adaptive seating is used to support, position, and assist individuals with physical disabilities, such as cerebral paralysis, spinal cord injury, and other ailments that limit mobility and function. Adaptive seats can be easily adjusted and customized to meet a person’s individual needs. They may include accessories such as leg supports, footrests or other supports to enable someone to sit comfortably. These seats can have straps, harnesses, and other safety mechanisms to help keep the user firmly in place.
Adaptive seating can make all the difference in helping individuals with cerebral palsy live more independently and comfortably. These seats are usually recommended by a doctor or therapist and are made to fit the person’s unique needs.
What is cerebral palsy?
Cerebral palsy is a neurological disorder that affects the control of postural muscles, resulting in impairments in movement and coordination. It is typically diagnosed in infancy or early childhood and can affect upper extremity functions. Adaptive seating devices are used to help children with cerebral palsy achieve better posture control while improving comfort levels and increasing safety. These adaptive seating systems are designed to help support an individual’s body weight, and they promote correct posture and minimize fatigue.
What are the benefits of buying a special needs chair for people with cerebral palsy?
The goal of an adaptive seating is to improve posture control while providing comfort during daily activities such as eating, writing, reading, playing video games, or participating in social interactions. The use of adjustable components allows caregivers to make changes quickly so that the individual’s needs are met throughout the day. An effective adaptive seating system should provide adequate support for an individual’s body weight without causing discomfort or hindering upper extremity function. Properly fitted seat components ensure the user maintains the ideal posture to maximize function throughout all daily activities while minimizing fatigue and discomfort.
Here’s how adaptive seating can help someone with cerebral palsy:
Adaptive seating has several advantages that can make a difference in the life of a person living with cerebral palsy.
- Adaptive seating helps to maintain optimal alignment of the head, trunk, and limbs, which can lessen muscular contractures and enhance posture overall.
- Adaptive seating increases comfort by offering extra support and cushioning which can help lessen pressure points.
- Proper seating has been shown to improve breathing and digestion.
- Adaptive seating can make it easier for people to engage in activities such as eating, reading, and using a computer.
- Some adaptive seats have straps and other restraints systems that keep the user firmly in place. This reduces the chance of a user falling or having an accident.
- Adaptive seating allows people with cerebral palsy to be more active, participate in different activities and maintain better posture and function.
- Caregivers can move and position patients more easily with adaptive seating, reducing the physical strain and effort involved in caring for the patient.
Adaptive seating for cerebral palsy is specialized equipment designed to meet the unique needs of individuals by using postural alignment, saddle seats, seat inclinations, and inclination of the seat surface. Purchasing adaptive seating can provide a range of benefits for individuals with cerebral palsy, including improved posture and alignment, increased comfort, enhanced functional movement capacity, increased safety, improved participation in activities, and a reduced burden on caregivers. It can be highly effective in addressing the needs of individuals with cerebral palsy, playing a vital role in improving quality of life by enabling more functional activity.
How do you choose the right special needs chair for your child?
When selecting the right adaptive seating for children with cerebral palsy, there are a few things you should keep in mind before buying a chair:
- Consider the type of cerebral palsy your child has, because each type impacts the seating needs of children differently.
- Assess the severity of your child’s cerebral palsy. This can affect their needs, such as the amount of postural control support they require.
- Pressure mapping is another primary selection criteria for adaptive seating. This method is employed to assess how the body is being compressed when seated. To ensure that the person is supported and comfortable in the appropriate posture, it is helpful to detect areas of high pressure and modify the seat accordingly.
- Another factor to take into account is the size and the age of your child. Size has an impact on the seat design for your child’s chair. It is important to know their height and weight to ensure the adaptive seating is appropriate for your child.
- Another factor to consider is your child’s daily activity level. If they are very active, they may need a seat that is appropriate and convenient for allowing greater movement.
How can an EMP Living adaptive seating system help children with cerebral palsy enjoy everyday life?
Our chairs for children living with disabilities foster an inclusive environment that focuses on empowering children in their daily lives. They help children with mobility limitations actively participate in a range of activities at home and school. Adaptive seating can increase the activity level and performance of children with cerebral palsy by offering an optimal seat that is tailored for upper-extremity function. Instead of being confined to one desk at school or being faced with repeatedly asking for help, it increases a child’s ability to function so they can operate their chairs by themselves and move them around anywhere they wish.
We have more than 50 years of experience developing and manufacturing adaptive chairs and seating chairs for children with cerebral palsy. Our adaptive chairs are customized with options and accessories to meet your needs.
How can the REAL adaptive seating system help adults with cerebral palsy enjoy everyday life?
Our adult adaptive seating chair is a highly functional and ergonomic lift chair designed to meet the needs of those with limited mobility. This chair improves users’ quality of life by providing the support and assistance required to perform tasks and improve skills that were previously difficult or impossible for them to complete on their own. The chair is powered, allowing for simple modifications to the seat’s height and location. It helps the user reach different areas, sit at eye level with others, and always be in a comfortable sitting or standing position.
This adaptive seating device can help users perform tasks, prepare meals, and engage in other upper-extremity functions that were previously challenging or impossible to perform without assistance. The chairs are designed to be used in a variety of contexts, including at home. This increases users’ independence and improves social interactions. The chair is simple to use and move, featuring controls under the armrest or on the remote control. Large ball-bearing wheels make rolling the chair smooth and easy. The chair’s compact frame fits through most doorways and corridors, making it simple to move from room to room.
The REAL Adult Mobility Chair is designed to help users remain in an upright position, making it the perfect chair for adults living with disabilities. It enables users to do more, and to complete a range of activities independently and safely for longer periods of time by offering extra external support even when seated in an upright posture position. The chair is the ideal solution for individuals with mobility challenges, providing support for functional ability and offering the assistance required to maintain a high level of independence, safety and comfort.