SWASH® STEADY
(Replaces previous SWASH Classic. A “Conversion Table” can be found below in SUPPORT DOCUMENTS)
Swash is a unique dynamic hip brace that allows controlled variable abduction and dynamic movement in all three planes of motion. The goal of SWASH® is to prevent excessive hip adduction when sitting, standing, and walking as usual in cerebral palsy. However, perhaps the most important benefit the SWASH® offers is guidance for hip alignment.
SWASH Steady offers maximum trunk control, the choice when patient is primarily non-ambulatory (GMFCS IV-V), has low trunk tone and/or very limited trunk control strength or when greater pelvic coverage triggers more desirable neuro-sensory motor response. In sitting, the base is widened for support, which helps the child to get an upright balanced posture and at the same time stretch the adductor muscles.
A complete SWASH orthosis requires a Pelvic Section, Thigh Cuffs, and Uprights. Please order each item separately.
SWASH Steady Pelvic Section has a polyethylene pelvic section that extends from L2/L3 to distal margin of the sacrum, providing maximum thoracic and pelvic support.
Uprights are available in 2 different versions:
115° = narrow sitting base / 123° = wide sitting base
Recommended Range Of Application
When maximum trunk control is required, i.e., candidates who lack muscle strength or upper body control to sit upright. When patient is primarily non-ambulatory (GMFCS IV - V). When the greater pelvic coverage triggers more desirable neuro-sensory motor response.
Measurement
At level of the nature waist for maximum trunk stability.
Other
A complete SWASH orthosis requires a Pelvic Section, Thigh Cuffs, and Uprights. Please order each item separately.
Size
| Item No. | Size | Product description | Circumference | Length | Diameter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 288520001 | 1 | STEADY Pelvic Section | 40-46.5 cm | - | - |
| 288520002 | 2 | STEADY Pelvic Section | 46-55 cm | - | - |
| 288520003 | 3 | STEADY Pelvic Section | 54-63 cm | - | - |
| 288520004 | 4 | STEADY Pelvic Section | 62-72 cm | - | - |
| 288540601 | 1 | STEADY Thigh Cuff | 21-25 cm | - | - |
| 288540802 | 2 | STEADY Thigh Cuff | 25-29 cm | - | - |
| 288540803 | 3 | STEADY Thigh Cuff | 29-33 cm | - | - |
| 288540804 | 4 | STEADY Thigh Cuff | 33-38 cm | - | - |
| 288540805 | 5 | STEADY Thigh Cuff | 38-44 cm | - | - |
| 288540806 | 6 | STEADY Thigh Cuff | 44-50 cm | - | - |
| 288550601 | 1 | STEADY Uprights 115° | - | 31 cm | 6 mm |
| 288550802 | 2 | STEADY Uprights 115° | - | 37.5 cm | 8 mm |
| 288550803 | 3 | STEADY Uprights 115° | - | 44 cm | 8 mm |
| 288550804 | 4 | STEADY Uprights 115° | - | 48 cm | 8 mm |
| 288550805 | 5 | STEADY Uprights 115° | - | 54 cm | 8 mm |
| 288550806 | 6 | STEADY Uprights 115° | - | 60 cm | 8 mm |
| 288560601 | 1 | STEADY Uprights 123° | - | 31 cm | 6 mm |
| 288560802 | 2 | STEADY Uprights 123° | - | 37.5 cm | 8 mm |
| 288560803 | 3 | STEADY Uprights 123° | - | 44 cm | 8 mm |
| 288560804 | 4 | STEADY Uprights 123° | - | 48 cm | 8 mm |
| 288560805 | 5 | STEADY Uprights 123° | - | 54 cm | 8 mm |
| 288560806 | 6 | STEADY Uprights 123° | - | 60 cm | 8 mm |
