Ingenious Solutions from the Field
Turning the Pacer Chest Prompt into a Hip Corral
| August 2016A creative concept that came to us from the field is to use the Pacer Chest Prompt as a guide for hip positioning often referred to as a hip corral. This is achieved by flipping the chest prompt upside-down, so that the longer portion of the prompt faces downward. Having the chest prompt low around the hips can be an effective way to provide positioning for the student who has good trunk control but difficulty maintaining alignment of the pelvis.
Here are the simple steps to make this happen.
Note: Make sure the buckles end up facing back, so that the straps and flaps can open easily to allow transfer into the device.
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Chest prompt in usual position. |
Remove chest prompt from upright posts. |
Turn Chest Prompt over. |
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Complete turn so chest prompt is upside-down with opening in back. |
Secure chest prompt into upright posts. |
Lower height of upright posts to position chest prompt where needed. |
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Finalize width and angle adjustments as needed. |
Double check buckles and flaps open towards back for student transfer. |
Refer to this checklist to make sure students are properly positioned all-around in their gait trainers.
