stationary table, what is it?? how to build it??

Is a tool used by people with brain damage who are unable to stand up on their own, due to the complications caused by cerebral palsy, for which an external help is necessary, it is created with the purpose of being a support to achieve a proper position for a long period of time. Cerebral palsy, is an affectation in the central nervous system that prevents the mobilization and control of correct way of certain muscles depending on the injury caused in the brain.

The use of the standing is fundamental for the children with some affectation in their neuromuscular development, since the standing generates them psychological and physical benefits. When the use of this tool is frequent, it encourages self-confidence and encourages them to communicate and socialize with their environment. This toll must be used under the recommendation of the physiotherapist, since it will indicate the way to use it, that is, the period of time the child must be using the equipment according to their age and ability to move. There is a lot of variety in their designs, some are created with adjustable tables and others can be tilted in various positions.

Standing stationary It is structured by a back and a frame velcro straps to hold the child's body, providing stability and security when it is vertically. It is necessary to use it for at least 4 hours a day (depending on the age and condition) so it is essential for your comfort and handling.

The construction is very simple you just have to join the boards, making sure they are vertical, to maintain the correct position of the boards use rest foot.

Factors to consider when building it

The construction material must be resistant to the weight and size of the child
Do it with fixed tapes, to provide strength at the moment of grip
The weight of the materials must be comfortable when handling it
Cover the wood with soft or padded fabric to avoid irritability, provide safety and comfort when using it.

When using, consider the following

When positioning the child the table must be horizontal, to maintain the proper position and be manageable when holding with the tape, each leg should be done individually to avoid bad posture.

Benefits

When using the stationary table improvement the correct form of the posture that they are unable to do it by himself, due to the neurological damage suffered.

Improves the strength of the essential extensor and abductor muscles to be able to stand

Helps to increase the balance and alignment of the body

The discharge of weight prevents the anti gravitational muscles from being contracted

It also improves breathing, circulation, digestion, bone health and muscle tone

The standing position gives the child the possibility of standing in a correct posture for a long period of time, since he alone can not achieve it. The benefits for children with motor problems this is very important because it gives them the possibility to perform some activities that alone can not achieve. Each time I use it, the father must make sure that the child is comfortable and properly restrained, the high cost of this tool makes it impossible for many parents to obtain it, the need to use it for the improvement of my son motivates me to build one at home since I had the economic resources to buy it.

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