Etac OWG Long Manuel - Page 5
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Positioning
Position the OWG Long in the chair before the client.
The OWG Long can be positioned in three different ways.
Fold the OWG in the middle so that the green velvet sides
are up and down. Push the functional handle out be-
tween seat and back. If this is not possible, with the OWG
still folded, push the top part and the functional handle
up over the chair back.
Use
The client has glided forwards in the wheelchair (Illustra-
tion 1).
The carer leans the client forward to alter the pressure
points – the client's back must be free of the chair back.
If the client has poor balance, he/she can be supported
using a positioning wedge or pillow, Alternatively, a carer
can support the client from the front.
The carer behind the chair can support the client with one
or both hands on the client's shoulders. The carer treads
down on the functional handle and the client glides
slowly back into position. This can be repeated if neces-
sary (Illustration 2).
The carer can also stand in front of the client. By giving
the client a slight push, the client will glide back in the
chair. A "thigh walk" technique can also be used (Illustra-
tions 3 and 4).
If there is no free space between the chair seat and the
chair back, position OWG up over the chair back (Illustra-
tion 3). To glide the client forwards, the client is first leant
forwards (as above). The carer behind the chair grasps the
functional handles along the edge of the pillow and leans
back, while the client glides slowly back into the original
position.
The carer can also use the "thigh walk" technique or help
the client move backwards, standing in front of the client.
Alternatively, the functional handle can be hung up on
the slingbar. This method is the best way in which to
reposition the client with minimum strain on the car-
ers. The carer raises the lift and pushes the client gently
backwards.
NB: Be aware of the client's centre of balance so that the
client does not roll forward and out of the chair.
Remember to apply the brake to lock the wheelchair
before using OWG.
There is no need to remove OWG after use.
Use
Finally, unfold the OWG so that only one layer remains
with the functional handle up over the chair back. The
green velvet side should be facing the client.
Position the client as normal in the chair.
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