mulholland walkabout julian Manual De Usuario
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PREFACE
This booklet provides the information required for the set
up and use of the Julian Walkabout
up and use of the Julian Walkabout
TM
. The benefits of
using this system can be profound, not only in terms of gait
development, but also in terms of increasing the child s
independence, self confidence and social interaction.
development, but also in terms of increasing the child s
independence, self confidence and social interaction.
DESIGN GOALS
The Walkabout
TM
is designed to give a child the potential
for hands-free, self-initiated movement while providing
lateral support and assisted lift. This spring-assisted lift
allows for graduated weight relief as the child develops
skill and standing tolerance. The adjustable pitch of the
column, along with the pelvic and trunk supports, can be
utilized to direct weight shift and assist with stepping.
lateral support and assisted lift. This spring-assisted lift
allows for graduated weight relief as the child develops
skill and standing tolerance. The adjustable pitch of the
column, along with the pelvic and trunk supports, can be
utilized to direct weight shift and assist with stepping.
PRECAUTIONS
1. This stander should be used under the prescription of the
child s physician and under the direction of the child s
therapist. Often, ankle support is required prior to
utilization of this equipment.
therapist. Often, ankle support is required prior to
utilization of this equipment.
2. Never leave the child unattended! Maintain adult
supervision at all times.
3. This stander is designed for use on level surfaces only.
4. Do not use for transportation.
5. Adjust the frame length to suit conditions of use. A short
4. Do not use for transportation.
5. Adjust the frame length to suit conditions of use. A short
base used during play or out-of-doors can be unstable.
6. Periodically check and tighten all loose fasteners. Loose
fasteners can cause the Walkabout
TM
to be inoperable.