Arm Supports
Neater Arm Support
The powered Neater Mobile Arm Support enables people with muscle weakness to use their arms.
Functional benefits of the Neater Mobile Arm Support
- Enables users to feed themselves, drink, use a phone, scratch their head,
wipe their nose, etc. - The mobile arm support, supports the user’s arms when using a keyboard
Physical benefits of using the Mobile Arm Supports
- Large movement range reduces development of joint contractures
- Arm supports helps maintain strength
- Reduces development of postural deformities
Psychological benefits of the Mobile Arm Support
- Less dependence on carrers
- Encourages social interaction
- Helps maintain dignity
- Promotes engagement in activities and mealtimes
Arm Supports overview
The Neater Arm Support unlike other arm supportshas a unique power drive system, which provides power assistance to the user. The client needs very little movement or ability to use the mobile arm supports as the power drive system negates gravity and effortlessly lifts the arms to a functional position. The friction free arms enable a fluid movement capability and the sling frame geometry automatically lowers the elbow on raising to bring the hand level with the mouth.
Features
- Single or both arms
- Good for exercise
- Powered by the wheelchair’s batteries
- Fitted to the back of the wheelchair
- Folding design minimises obstruction
- Wide range of frictionless movement
Neater Arm Support Zero (NAS0)
The NEW design manual Neater Arm Support has been introduced to provide an interim or complimentary solution to muscle weakness.
Its unique geometry combines a fluid friction free arm with an easy to adjust counter balance system to aid lifting of the arm. Its main use is for table or desk activities such as keyboard function and using a tablet. This makes it an ideal solution for the workplace or in educational establishments.
- Enables the user to reach their face for eating, drinking, brushing your teeth etc.
- Useful for activities such as using a computer, a phone, reading, sewing, jigsaws etc.
- Physical benefits
- Keeps joints moving for greater flexibility
Lifting the arm against gravity provides a stable platform for activity - Maintains strength for longer duration than without
- Activities are able to be completed more rapidly
- Psychological benefits and independence improve well-being
NAS Assist
The “Neater Arm Support – Assist” is a new device from Neater Solutions to assist people with weak arms.
The Neater Arm Support is a powered device that lifts people’s arms up and down. When the new assist mechanism is engaged, the user’s hand automatically moves closer to their face when their arm is lifted. This enables them to perform functions such as eating and drinking.
Its unique action enables users with weakness or tightness of the triceps to reach their mouth and face more easily for eating, drinking and hygiene activities.
At a press of a button the arm support raises, and then the wheel engages with the sloping surface to gently encourage the hand inwards and when at the top holds there. When lowering, the system smoothly disengages to allow full functionality.
This enhancement to the system is likely to be beneficial to clients with Motor Neurone Disease, for stroke therapy and for longer term users of the arm support with muscular dystrophy.
