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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.