574 chapter 62
Standing aids (See also p. 99, 312, and 500.)
Many children who have problems with balance or control for standing may benefit
CP from standing or playing in a ‘standing aid’. Even for the child who may never stand
or walk on her own, being held in a standing position with weight on her legs helps
circulation and bone growth and strength.
STANDING BOARD
Sometimes a child
who does not have
enough control or
strength to hold his
head when lying,
can hold his
head up better
when sitting or
standing.
hip
straps
A simple standing board
can help hold the child in
a stable position. This one
leans against a table.
holes for straps
A knee separator
can be added.
LEANING BOARD
from Don Caston
and HealthLink
(See p. 642.)
holes for feet
(straps may also
be needed)
BACK-BOARD
This can be used to gradually bring a child to a standing position. It is
especially useful for older children who get dizzy if stood up straight too
quickly. This can happen after a spinal cord injury or a long, severe illness.
The child can be stood up gradually and for longer each day.
Use angle
irons to
hold boards
firmly.
block to hold legs
apart (if needed)
straps
STAND-IN TABLE
OTHER IDEAS
hinges
(cloth or
leather)
clasp
door
padded knee
block
adjustable tool
board for children
of different heights
large tile or
cement pipe
hollow log
(like people
use for bee
hives)
plastic garbage
container. (Fasten
it to a wide base
to keep it from
tipping over.)
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