Standing Chair

badjefft · 08-17-2001, 10:34 PM

I'm a C6 13 yrs. post and I want to get a standing chair but I'm concerned about the process of getting to the standing position. What precautions should I take to stand up without hurting my body (broken bones, etc.). Thanks in advance.

Cynthia · 08-18-2001, 05:24 PM

I am a c2c3 quadriplegic of nine years. Two weeks ago, a demonstrator from easystand came out and demonstrated their junior 5000 model to me. I had concerns with broken bones because I had not had a density test prior to them standing me. They assured me that the frame provided enough support on the hips, abdomen, and knees that I would be fine. Sure enough I was. They raised me up slowly to prevent muscle spasms, to make sure I wasn't getting light headed, and to make sure I was doing OK. It was a great feeling to be "tall" again.

Carl R · 08-18-2001, 07:42 PM

It has been a long time since I've tried it, but my biggest problem was blood pressure. Take it slowly.

08-17-2001, 10:34 PM	#1
badjefft Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: La Crescenta Posts: 43	Standing Chair I'm a C6 13 yrs. post and I want to get a standing chair but I'm concerned about the process of getting to the standing position. What precautions should I take to stand up without hurting my body (broken bones, etc.). Thanks in advance.

08-18-2001, 05:24 PM	#2
Cynthia Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Ohio Posts: 89	Standing... I am a c2c3 quadriplegic of nine years. Two weeks ago, a demonstrator from easystand came out and demonstrated their junior 5000 model to me. I had concerns with broken bones because I had not had a density test prior to them standing me. They assured me that the frame provided enough support on the hips, abdomen, and knees that I would be fine. Sure enough I was. They raised me up slowly to prevent muscle spasms, to make sure I wasn't getting light headed, and to make sure I was doing OK. It was a great feeling to be "tall" again.

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08-18-2001, 07:42 PM	#3
Carl R Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Houston, Tx. USA Posts: 1,888	It has been a long time since I've tried it, but my biggest problem was blood pressure. Take it slowly.