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Children's Wheelchair Swing Platform
Note: Review only, product no longer for sale.
Sized just for kids!
Child sized 27" L. x 26" W. swing platform is made of non-skid aluminum. Ideal for children who need to stay in their wheelchairs due to physical support requirements or specialized equipment such as respirators. No need to lift kids in and out of their chairs! Caution: To be used under adult supervision at all times. Features: Plastic covered chain, stainless or galvanized hardware, and continuous aluminum hinges. Attaches to existing swing hangers on any swing frame. Sizing: Fits children the size of 5 - 14 years old. For frame specifications, please see note below. Latex-free. Note: Children's wheelchair swings can also be ordered with swivels.
| C0715-A |
Typical Access Profile
Auditory Normal Low Extremely Low Not Using Hearing Hyper-Acute |
Vision Normal Low Extremely Low Not Using Vision |
Gross Motor All Some Few Not Using Gross Motor |
Fine Motor All Some Few Not Using Fine Motor |
Developmental Age Range 0 - 2 3 - 5 6 - 8 9 - 12 13 and Over |
Language Typical Some Spoken Receptive Only Sign Assistive/Augmentitive Not Using Language |
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Physiotherapy: Building Upper Body Control with Pokey The African Elephant
To encourage children with Cerebral Palsy to extend their arms forward with control try mounting Pokey The African Elephant on a wall or else brace Pokey in an slanted position with a rolled towel on a wheelchair tray. This will encourage greater upper torso strength, stability, and control.