Sunrise Medical Quickie Q700 R Manuel D'utilisation page 9

Indications
The varieties of fitting variants, as well as the modular design,
mean that it can be used by those who cannot walk or have
limited mobility because of [R2]:
• Paralysis
• Loss of extremity (leg amputation)
• Extremity defect deformity
• Joint contractures/joint injuries
• Illnesses such as heart and circulation deficiencies,
disturbance of equilibrium or cachexia as well as for elderly
people who still have strength in the upper body.
The Quickie Q700-Up M/F wheelchair with standing function is
specifically developed for people who have lost to their ability
to stand (e.g. paraplegia, multiple sclerosis, cerebral
palsy etc.). Standing is used for therapy and prophylaxis of:
• Osteoporosis: Without regular standing / vertical stress of
the bones, bone density can steadily decrease. This leads to
the risk of bone fractures and other complications.
• Decubitus prophylaxis: Whilst standing the pressure on the
ischial tuberosity is reduced to a minimum.
• Skeletal misalignments / back pain: Whilst seated the
spinal column is naturally elongated (kyphosis/hunchback).
Standing facilitates a natural spinal position and therefore
better upper body stability. This prevents the risk of a
scoliosis.
• Muscular atrophy: Without regular leg movement, the
risk of muscle shortening increases (muscular atrophy)
and consequently contractures may develop. Regular, self-
standing training helps as movement therapy, thereby
avoiding contractures and preventing possible associated
pains and expensive operations.
• Tonus regulation of spasticity: Frequent standing helps
to reduce spasticity and facilitates seat movement and
positioning in the wheelchair or bed. This supports a
peaceful sleep.
• Deeper respiration: Straightening the upper body through
standing decreases the pressure of the abdominal cavity on
the lungs. This improves and deepens respiration, facilitates
breathing and can also help reduce the risk of pneumonia.
• Gastrointestinal complications: As with breathing, standing
also reduces the pressure on the digestive system. This
facilitates digestion (intestinal peristalsis) and helps with the
improvement of bowl and bladder functions.
Contraindications
The wheelchair shall not be used in case of:
• Perception disorder
• Imbalance
• Seating disability
Q700 M/M HD/F/R/UP-M/UP-F | Rev. J | English
NOTE:
Please note that driving a wheelchair requires sufficient
cognitive, physical and visual skills. The user must be able
to assess the effects of actions during the operation of
the wheelchair and, if necessary, to correct them. These
capabilities and the safe use of the additionally attached
components cannot be assessed by Sunrise Medical as a
manufacturer. We cannot accept any liability for any damage
resulting from this.
Please refer to the operating instructions of the wheelchair
and the additionally mounted components. Instruct the user
in the safe use of the wheelchair and the additionally mounted
components. Inform users of specific warnings that need to be
read, understood, and respected.
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