HeadPod Head Support System, Standard Kit

The HeadPod Head Support System, Standard Kit, offers an easy solution for individuals aged 18 months through adult with poor head control, promoting independent head movement and an upright visual field.

Ordering information

Part number: HP101
Unit of measure: Kit
Price: $599.50

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Overview

The HeadPod Head Support System, Standard Kit, is designed to provide effective head support for individuals aged 18 months through adult. This innovative system allows users to move their head within their plane of strength, working towards independent head control. It offers a "real world" upright visual field, which can significantly enhance interaction and participation in daily activities. For many, HeadPod can reduce the hyperextension of arms often observed when individuals attempt to raise their head without adequate control. It is suitable for use during feeding and can help reduce fatigue by alleviating the struggle to maintain an upright head position throughout the day. The HeadPod fastens easily to various headrest systems on strollers, wheelchairs, or standers. Please note, it is not for use in auto or bus transport. The standard kit includes the main components necessary for approximately 90% of typical use situations.

The HeadPod Head Support System, Standard Kit, offers a comprehensive solution for individuals requiring head support, from toddlers to adults. Its design focuses on promoting active head movement and fostering the development of independent head control.

Key Benefits:

Promotes Independent Head Control: Enables movement within the user's plane of strength.
Enhances Visual Field: Provides an upright, "real world" visual perspective.
Reduces Compensatory Movements: Can minimize arm hyperextension often associated with poor head control.
Versatile Use: Ideal for daily activities, including feeding, and helps reduce fatigue.
Easy Integration: Attaches securely to most stroller, wheelchair, and stander headrest systems.

Important Note: The HeadPod is not intended for use in auto or bus transport. The Standard Kit provides the essential components for a wide range of applications.

Features

Complete Kit with Adjustable Width Headband and a variety of Mounting Options
Easy to Assemble
Easily Adaptable to a Wide Variety of Strollers, Wheelchairs, Standers and Activity chairs
Can be Adjusted for Minimal to Maximal Assistance
Used during School, Playtime, Mealtime
Used during Augmentative Communication when Head Stability is Challenged