Two Step Head Support With Hensinger and Otto Bock Mount - Option B

Using a special adapter plate, the Hensinger Head Support is mounted to standard Otto Bock hardware. The Hensinger can be adjusted vertically, horizontally, and laterally. Better mid-line positioning can be achieved with this combination head support system, especially in asymmetrical contoured seating systems. A sturdy leather cover wraps around the Hensinger adapter plate so that this unit has a "breakaway" feature. Hardware is also supplied for conversion to a non-breakaway head support if desired. Hensinger with Otto Bock Mount has no vertical mount bar or occipital head rest option. Specify size of Hensinger.

This combination allows a variety of angles in order to achieve the best possible position for the clients head. Postural tone may be reduced by moving the Hensinger into slight flexion and encouraging chin tuck, especially when head and neck extension rule. The Hensinger has substantial adjustments in the vertical and horizontal planes, besides being able to be tilted laterally if desired. By using this design, there is more room to mount trunk support straps too. The head support must only be used after proper trunk support is achieved.

With this combination head support system, better mid-line positioning can be achieved, especially in asymmetrical contoured seating systems. A vertical bar is mounted to the horizontal bars with Danmar mount brackets & screws as illustrated. Sturdy leather cover wraps around the Hensinger adapter plate so that this unit has the "break away" feature. Hardware is also supplied for conversion to a non-breakaway head support if desired.

(For Options A, C and D, see Options/Add-Ons**)