Positioning Options The Mustang can be used with anterior or posterior support. Anterior Support This position is best suited for children in the early stages of walking , those who are not able to fully weight bear on their feet, where motor skills are impaired or where support is needed round the trunk and pelvis. The child is protected in this position and having the support at the front of the trunk stimulates a more active extension. In this position, the Mustang can be tilted forward to create a prone position. The chest support and seat move together to keep optimal body alignment and this forward tilt encourages the child to step forward. It also offers easy access to the walker. Posterior Support In a this position, the Mustang is suited for children whose walking skills have developed, who have more trunk stability, can fully weight bear and don’t need the forward tilt prone position. The open frame makes it possible for the child to better access their environment. Not having anything to lean on facilitates a more active posture and gives the child more freedom. Leg Positioning Children with poor postural control, poor co-ordination or spasicity, often cross their legs when walking (scissoring). To help prevent this and encourage a normal walking pattern, a seat and leg separator can be mounted on the walker. The seat increases abduction and outward rotation of the hip and the leg separator stops the feet from crossing the midline and blocking contra lateral stepping. www.etac.us.com Mustang 3
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