Mulholland WALKABOUT JULIAN User Manual
JULIAN WALKABOUT
User s Manual
TM
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface
Design Goals
Precautions
Program Recommendations
Components
Assembly
Adjustment Overview
Fitting Instructions
Measure the Child
Sit Bar, Hip & Upper Trunk Supports
Upper Body Pitch
Column Height
3
3
3
P
4-5
6-8
9
4
10-15
10
10-11
11
12
Spring Tension
Swivel Caster Lock
Adjustable Length Base
Headrest
Options
Hand Holds & Arm Troughs
Clear Tray Assembly
Double Sit Bar
Abduction Skirt
Operating Precautions
Maintenance
Technical Data
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14
14
14
15-17
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16
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17
18
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PREFACE
This booklet provides the information required for the set
up and use of the Julian WalkaboutTM. The benefits of
using this system can be profound, not only in terms of gait
development, but also in terms of increasing the child s
independence, self confidence and social interaction.
DESIGN GOALS
The WalkaboutTM is designed to give a child the potential
for hands-free, self-initiated movement while providing
lateral support and assisted lift. This spring
allows for graduated weight relief as the child develops
skill and standing tolerance. The adjustable pitch of the
column, along with the pelvic and trunk supports, can be
utilized to direct weight shift and assist with stepping.
-assisted lift
PRECAUTIONS
1.
This stander should be used under the prescription of the
child s physician and under the direction of the child s
therapist. Often, ankle support is required prior to
utilization of this equipment.
2.
Never leave the child unattended
supervision at all times.
3.
This stander is designed for use on level surfaces only.
4.
Do not use for transportation.
5.
Adjust the frame length to suit conditions of use. A short
base used during play or out-of-doors can be unstable.
6.
Periodically check and tighten all loose fasteners. Loose
fasteners can cause the WalkaboutTM to be inoperable.
! Maintain adult
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PROGRAM RECOMMENDATIONS
Initially, many children use the WalkaboutTM as a
stationary stander to develop standing tolerance and to
develop hip and knee extension. Remember that spasticity
has nothing to do with strength. A child with weak hip
flexors may utilize their adductors to assist (this is not a
good thing!) This situation can become more severe if the
child has limited dorsiflexion. Try activities such as
kicking or marching.
Arrange obstacle courses to develop motor planning skills.
Whenever possible, integrate the child while in the
TM
Walkabout
ball, family chores , ice-
into peer appropriate activities: soccer, T
skating, etc.
COMPONENTS
Refer to figure 1.
1. Pelvic support
2.
Trunk support
3.
Head rest
4
4.
Front column
5.
Spring stop assembly
6.
Crank
7.
Rear column
8.
Tube adjustment clamps
9.
Column brace
10.
Base frame
11.
Sit bar
12.
Swivel Lock
13.
Step Brakes
3
4
5
6
2
1
12
11
7
9
8
10
Figure 1
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ASSEMBLY
Tools Required:
3/16 allen wrench (included in pouch)
5/32 allen wrench (included in pouch)
1/4 allen wrench (included in pouch)
Tape measure
Adjustment Levers:
Refer to figure 2.
The adjustment levers can be
ratcheted so the handle can rotate
without affecting the tightness of the
screw.
1.
Pull out on black knob. Rotate the
handle so it is not obstructed.
2.
Release the black knob, and let
Figure 2
the handle slide back and lock
with the screw.
3. Continue tightening/loosening the screw by rotating the
handle.
Ball Lock Pins:
Refer to figure 3.
1. Hold the head of the pin
between your index and
middle fingers.
2.
Press in on the button (1) with
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your thumb while extracting
or inserting the pin.
Figure 3
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