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Our standing devices feature by a special seat supporting you during the lifting. The concept was invented by a person, a friend with special needs. During the lifting it leaves a great freedom of movement. Then when user is in standing can also move in total autonomy for a more independent life with the top of the range model.


Configuration options

The contact and support points when the user is in an upright position on our standing device are reason for continuous attention and research by our team, to offer ever greater comfort and adaptability to the specific needs. At this aim some configuration options are available for the foot plates, for the knee supports, for the side handles, for the seat type and for the service surface.

Each position of the product code has its own specific meaning. In case of interest in one or more available options is required to make the choice when you order.


The accessories

The design commitment goes towards an ever greater comfort and assistance in safety of the user. In this sense, in addition to the options, it is also possible to choose accessories that personalize the equipment. The accessories can be purchased at later time as well.


The adjustments

A strong link between Struzzo’s performance and its adjustments has emerged as a key aspect to the success of this standing system. This essential condition, which is not negative in itself, becomes critical if one thinks they can use and fully appreciate Struzzo without having first adjusted it to the user’s body, or that they can adjust it without fully understanding what they are actually doing.

Thus, adjusting the standing system to the person's anthropometric characteristics is the first and most important operation to do. It may only be done by an adequately skilled operator. A wrong adjustment limits or even hinders the use of the device.

Chinesport standing frames outstand for their easy tool-free adjustment feature which makes this operation fast and easy to carry out sometimes even by the end user.




Indications


Therapeutic benefits

Standing at an upright position allows the patient to return and get used to a normal position after being bedridden for a long period.

For keeping an upright position, the body must excert some forces which are different from the ones he is used to excert when dealing with just a bed or a wheelchair. Thus, a relief can be obtained, decubitus pathologies can be prevented as well as using some articulations which are generally never put into action. One more accomplishment is setting the dyaphragma free, which favour breathing.


HEALTH BENEFITS

  • Riduces the decubitus sores;
  • Riduces the risk of venous return deficit;
  • May reduce spasticity of lower limbs;
  • Helps prevent retraction of the muscles of the lower limbs;
  • Helps keeping the bone trophism;
  • It stimulates the cardiovascular system;
  • It improves the dyaphragm breathing capacity;
  • It improves function of the intestine;
  • Reduces the risk of loss of sense of vertical position.



Psycological benefits

One's position is a way of expression. Comunicating from an upright position has a deeply positive significance.



Practical benefits

The Standing frame with independent mobility by means of a joystick allows quick transferring, without the need of a carer's intervention. Once the upright position is reached, many daily-routine activities can be done. It is possible to perform movements on flat surface. It becomes easy to reach work tops to make use of them. Learning a specific technique according to the user's physical conditions, enables the user to perform many things without the presence of a carer.




The origins



“My name is Francesco Miotto and I am the inventor of Struzzo. The first interesting thing to say is that my preparation previous to my illness is as a project maker. Therefore, once I had a walking problem I just took out an old project from my drawer; also becase my wife got ill herself and could not help me anymore to stand up. Working together with a friend, in the kitchen sometimes, the first prototype of Struzzo was made. At the beginning, friends and colleagues were scheptical about the fact of being able to use it unaided, however, after some days... this is very interesting. Aids are not stupid objects. To learn how to ski people may take years with an instructor, to learn how to use Struzzo may be necessary to devote to it a couple of weeks in order to appreciate its potential and especially to learn how to use it. It is not easy, we don't have neither strength nor balance and we must be patient in time...”


« Once you have learned the correct technique, you will discover how to stand up, change positions, use sanitation, etc. almost without having to weigh on your attendant. You will find your own personal technique to use it and discover new uses. »

by Francesco Miotto, Published on DM magazine - March 2000


Highlights
Highlights

CONFIGURATION OPTIONS

Beside closed product configurations for models of the three series, some options are also available to make your customized standing frame, in relation to end user special needs and therapist preferences. Make your choice!

The foot plates

The user is typically in a sitting starting position and moves his or her feet on the foot plates of the standing device, autonomously or assisted by the operator.


 Wooden foot plate

The wooden foot plate offers greater comfort when the user wishes to place his feet on it without shoes. In this case we suggest at least anti-slip socks. This kind of footplate also allows to apply wedges and special supports by specialized operators like orthopedic technicians. Heel rests and straps are also applicable as standard accessories for further stabilization. Dimensions (LxWxH): 49.5 x 41 x 1 h cm; Weight: 4 kg.

 Metal foot plate

Accessibility to the equipment can be facilitated by the possible depth adjustment of the metal foot plates. These foot plates in metal are adjustable in depth up to 10 cm. Heel rests and straps are also applicable as standard accessories for further stabilization. Dimensions (LxWxH): 38 x 20 x 2.5 h cm; Weight: 5.5 kg.


The knee supports

The knee supports are an important point of contact, support and partial weight relief of the user during lifting.


 Anatomic knee supports

These supports are made of polyurethane foam, shaped and anatomical. They are adjustable in height, width, depth and in rotation. Height adjustment takes place simultaneously with the regulation of the entire frame. There is also the possibility of adjustment in height of local supports. It is then possible to apply stabilization straps to prevent cases of knee hyperextension. Dimensions (LxWxH): 31 x 50 x 16 h cm; Weight: 3 kg.

 Padded knee supports

These are soft supports, padded with foam. They are adjustable in height, width, depth. Height adjustment takes place simultaneously with the regulation of the whole frame and also locally. It is then possible to apply stabilization straps to prevent cases of knee hyperextension. Dimensions (LxWxH): 31 x 55 x 16 h cm; Weight: 4.2 kg.


The lifting supports

We present a special support seat with an underlying thrust generated by an electric actuator or gas spring. This solution drastically reduces the pressure on the user's hips and knees during the verticalization. The seat also guarantees adequate rear safety containment.


 Short seat

The seat is made of stainless steel, and is applicable by means of a locking system. This type of seat is indicated when the user knows how to transfer with little help from the wheelchair to the standing device. It is adjustable by 90° with respect to the pivot point of the knee. Dimensions (LxWxH): 52.4 x 17.4 x 14.2 h cm; Weight: 4.9 kg.

 Long seat

The seat is made of stainless steel, and is applicable by means of a locking system. The elongated shape of the seat can help accessibility to the standing device. Also if the person is not able to move onto the seat, the “shaped pocket” accessory will provide suitable help. The seat is adjustable by 90° with respect to the pivot point of the knee. Dimensions (LxWxH): 57.8 x 20.2 x 14.2 h cm; Weight: 5.5 kg.

 Toilet seat

The seat is in fiberglass, and is applicable by means of a locking system. It saves time by avoiding relocation for using the toilet. It is adjustable by 90° with respect to the pivot point of the knee.Dimensions (LxWxH): 61.7 x 32.2 x 18 h cm; Weight: 2.8 kg.


The handles

The side handles have a containment and safety function for the user, and can also be a valid support during the various phases of lifting.


 Short handles

These handles are shortened in length to be less bulky. They are independently adjustable in width. They can be rotated and reversed in position to provide a greater containment and support for the trunk and the upper limbs. Dimensions (LxH): 65.5 x 23 h cm; Weight: 5.4 kg.

 Long handles

The elongated type handles can be very useful, already in thetransfer phase on the standing device, because they allow the user to lean on with his forearms. They are independently adjustable in width. They allow an excellentpelvic level stabilization. Dimensions (LxH): 80.2 x 23 h cm; Weight: 5.8 kg.


The service tray

The service tray is shaped with rounded edges. It can therefore also perform an important function of support and grip during lifting.


 Wooden service tray - small

Service tray in birch plywood with matt and transparent varnish. This type of material may be preferred if the standing unit is intended for home use. The service tray is tiltable in four different positions and up to 20° in positive. Various accessories are applicable. Dimensions (LxWxH): 60 x 34 x 1.2 h cm; Weight: 1.4 kg.

 Polyethylene service tray - small

Service tray in high-density polyethylene, antibacterial. It is suitable for use in a hospital environment where sanitation conditions with solutions up to 70% alcohol are required. The service tray is tiltable in four different positions and up to 20° in positive. Various accessories are applicable. Dimensions (LxWxH): 60 x 34 x 1.2 h cm; Weight: 2 kg.

 Plexiglas service tray - small

Service tray in transparent Plexiglas can be really beneficial for the user to see his own feet.The service tray is tiltable in four different positions and up to 20° in positive. Various accessories are applicable. Dimensions (LxWxH): 60 x 34 x 1.2 h cm; Weight: 2.4 kg.


 Wooden service tray - large

Service tray in birch plywood with matt and transparent varnish. This type of material may be preferred if the standing unit is intended for home use. The service tray is tiltable in four different positions and up to 20° in positive. Various accessories are applicable. Dimensions (LxWxH): 68 x 43 x 1.2 h cm; Weight: 2.1 kg.

 Polyethylene service tray - large

Service tray in high-density polyethylene, antibacterial. It is suitable for use in a hospital environment where sanitation conditions with solutions up to 70% alcohol are required. The service tray is tiltable in four different positions and up to 20° in positive. Various accessories are applicable. Dimensions (LxWxH): 68 x 43 x 1.2 h cm; Weight: 3 kg.

 Plexiglas service tray - large

Service tray in transparent Plexiglas can be really beneficial for the user to see his own feet.The service tray is tiltable in four different positions and up to 20° in positive. Various accessories are applicable. Dimensions (LxWxH): 68 x 43 x 1.2 h cm; Weight: 3.6 kg.

THE IMPORTANCE OF THE ADJUSTMENTS

1.  DEVICE TRANSFERRING
With motorization and joystick for an independent driving by the end user. This is an option with also compact base for higher maneuvreabitliy. Alternatively the frame is provided with wheels as standard to move it manually by the caregiver.
2.  SERVICE TRAY
It's available in two sizes and different materials. it's ajdustable in height, depth and tilt.
3.  TRUNK SUPPORT
It's an accessory easy to apply or remove when needed. It's adjustable in depth.
4.  HANDLES
They are available short or long, always ajdustable in width independently. They can also be reversed and turned up to provide more trunk control.
5.  SPECIAL SEAT
It can be short or long. This seat is adjustable in depth and interchangeable. A model with sling is also available for passive user.
6.  MAIN FRAME HEIGHT
It's adjustable by electric actuator or by gas spring to adapt itself immediately to the user anthropometric characteristics and in total absence or reduced efforts for the caregiver.
7.  LIFTING
It can be totally assisted by electric actuator or partially assisted by gas spring. If user is able the lifting can also be made by himself without assistance and any lifting support. The lifting can be stopped at any intermediate steps.
8.  KNEE SUPPORTS
They are available in two versions, anatomic or padded and can be adjusted in height, width, depth and rotation in both cases.
9.  FOOT PLATES
They are in metal or wooden. If the foot plates are metal, they are adjustable in depth. Heel stops can be applied to the foot plates and are adjustable.



Documents
Documents

Standing and mobility

Introduction - Configured models - Struzzo™, for independent life - Easy UP, with dynamic upper frame - Stand UP, for different assistive needs - Configuration options - Foot plates - Knee supports - Lifting support - Handles - Service tray - Accessories - For the lower limbs - For the upper body - To move Struzzo™ away - Adjustments and technical data - Appendixes - Therapeutic indications - The origins - What our expert says - Some testimonials

Chinesport Brochure, Edition October 2023.
English language, 52 pages.

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