Who uses the 5000 Youth
- Individuals ranging in height from 4'-5'6'' (122-168 cm) and
weighing up to 180 lbs (81 kg)
- Individuals with Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Muscular
Dystrophy, Traumatic Brain Injury or Spinal Cord injury
- Caregivers who transfer heavier kids
- Schools that practice special education inclusion
What is the 5000 Youth
The 5000 youth is assistive technology that serves as both
a school desk and a stander. Its specifically designed for growing
teens. The modular sit-to-stand design encourages on-going
compliance with existing standing programs. Support options can be
added to accommodate the needs of many users.
Where would you use this product
- Schools and Educational Settings
- Childrens Hospitals and Therapy Centers
- Outpatient Facilities
- At Home
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Individual Education Plan (IEP)
Getting Standing Equipment on Your Child's IEP
According to the US Dept. of Education, each child who receives
special education and related services must have an IEP (Individual
Education Plan). It is created by the IEP team (often parents,
teachers, and therapists). It consists of certain information
designed to meet the child's unique needs, including annual goals,
special education and related services (such as physical &
occupational therapy), participation with nondisabled children, and
much more. The IEP team must always consider the child's need for
Assistive Technology devices. Creating an IEP that includes
standing therapy allows multiple IEP goals to be accomplished
simultaneously (i.e. the child stands during speech therapy or
included in physical education activities) |
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Standing programs are fast becoming a regular part of the
special education programs in schools all across the nation.
Therapists and Physicians recommend daily standing therapy to
enhance function and well being. |
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When would you use this product
- In school, doing science projects
- At home, playing video games
- In therapy, when adjustability is key
How does it work
- Transfer from the wheelchair to seat
- Position the kneepad and other supports
- Move table to desired level
- Pump actuator handle to desired standing position
Why is the 5000 Youth a better choice
- Caregivers and growing teens are more comfortable with the 5000
Youth because of the safe and easy transfer and supportive
transition to standing.
- Children that have contractures, or can not stand fully
upright, can be positioned at any point between sitting and
standing.
- Manual hydraulic actuator allows user to pump themselves into
the standing position independently.
- Tool-free adjustments and support options are ideal for busy
multi-user environments.
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Quick and Easy Adjustments
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| Seat Depth |
Back Angle |
Table / Front Pad |
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| Side Supports |
Kneepads |
Foot Plates
(plantar dorsi, toe-in/toe-out) |
Upholstery Color Options
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| Standard |
(N/C Option) |
(N/C Option) |
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