Octopus Head Positioning System
The Octopus is a head positioning system which mounts to wheelchairs and seat shells. Its unique retraction retainers fold backwards and click into place with hinges. The supportive “Octopus arms” embrace the wheelchair user, providing anterior trunk support.
The Octopus is constructed of foam with additional viscoelastic foam and neoprene covers. The Octopus comes complete with mounting system, ready for installation to the wheelchair.
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Functional benefits of the Octopus Head Positioning System:
Effective positioning
The Octopus allows you to effectively position the head to ensure the head support is providing the correct support. The ‘Octopus’ arms ensure the upper body can also be effectively positioned.
Easy to install and adjust
The Octopus is simple and fast to install into position on the wheelchair.
Multi-adjustable
It’s easy to adjust the arms to suit the users requirements.
Support attachments
The Octopus is also available with Manta Support Attachments for the front or side of the head.Technical specifications
| Size 0 | Size 1 | Size 2 | Size 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neck width | Up to 85mm | Up to 100mm | Up to 125mm | Up to 150mm |
| A | 200mm | 280mm | 340mm | 400mm |
| B | 95mm | 120mm | 140mm | 165mm |
| C | 200mm | 230mm | 260mm | 300mm |
| D | 35mm | 50mm | 50mm | 65mm |
