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Encora
Product description
Simple, straightforward and effective, the Encora is the next generation in pressure management seating. The Encora chair encompasses all the essential elements of specialist seating in terms of the correct chair dynamics as well as providing a choice of different pressure relieving seat modules depending on individual user's pressure management requirements.
From the highly advanced Intelli-Gel® seat module for those at very high risk of developing pressure problems through to the Transflo Gel cushion and Reflexion foam seat modules for those at medium to high risk. Indeed the flexibility of the Encore range as with the majority of the specialist seating portfolio enables users to either integrate their own pressure relieving seat cushion into the seat module of the chair or apply a flat seat board upon which it can be effectively used.
The Encora's Advanced Comfort Backrest incorporating the highly acclaimed Reflexion foam is available to mould itself to the contours of the user to help disperse body weight more evenly over a greater surface area contributing to the comfort and support of the user. Essential to the design of the sculpted backrest are the built in lateral and lumbar supports as well as the integral flexible headrest providing further positioning support and comfort for the user.
The Encora's functionality is central to its success. A simple manual action enables the chair to be lowered or raised to attain the correct seat height for each user that helps to maintain an even weight distribution, the posture and stability of the individual allowing feet to be positioned firmly on the floor when seated and assists the ambulant to stand from the chair more readily.
Furthermore the Encora has the ability to easily adjust the tilt-in-space positioning to facilitate ultimate pressure management without over-exertion by the carer using a simple gas action adjustment mechanism whilst the independent back recline facility enables the user to attain the most comfortable, relaxed resting position possible. Similarly the legrest can be elevated by either the carer or user by the touch of a small lever on the arm of the chair.
Reflexion foam is used throughout the chair on all patient contact surfaces except the seat module unless specifically chosen, to ensure a high level of pressure care management and is upholstered in the highly tactile, vapour permeable Dartex fabric.
Ultimate comfort and pressure care management combined with superb functionality.
What is Tilt-in-Space?
Tilt-in-space is a unique pivoting system that provides a reclined resting position whilst maintaining posture and pelvic stability.
Why is it so important?
Keeping the angle between the chair seat and back at 110° eliminates the potential to slide forward into an uncomfortable position. Depending on an individual's condition extending the backrest may prove beneficial for the user in terms of posture and stability when seated particularly for those vulnerable to extensor thrust. Weight is distributed over a larger contact surface area, reducing the shearing forces on the skin, making it a simple yet effective way to combat the build up of pressure.
Combining the effectiveness of tilt-in-space with the choice of pressure management seat options and the highly acclaimed Reflexion pressure relieving foam on all other patient contact surface areas aids pressure care considerably. Incorporation of Reflexion means the foam moulds itself to the contours of the user evenly dispersing body weight over a wider surface area avoiding localised interface pressures on the critical parts of the body subjected to compression and possible tissue damage. In addition the use of the multi-directional, vapour permeable Dartex upholstery material complements the pressure relieving characteristics as well as providing added comfort.
General Use
Suggestion: The Encora is compatible with the H2O M2 Flexi-Tip
From the highly advanced Intelli-Gel® seat module for those at very high risk of developing pressure problems through to the Transflo Gel cushion and Reflexion foam seat modules for those at medium to high risk. Indeed the flexibility of the Encore range as with the majority of the specialist seating portfolio enables users to either integrate their own pressure relieving seat cushion into the seat module of the chair or apply a flat seat board upon which it can be effectively used.
The Encora's Advanced Comfort Backrest incorporating the highly acclaimed Reflexion foam is available to mould itself to the contours of the user to help disperse body weight more evenly over a greater surface area contributing to the comfort and support of the user. Essential to the design of the sculpted backrest are the built in lateral and lumbar supports as well as the integral flexible headrest providing further positioning support and comfort for the user.
The Encora's functionality is central to its success. A simple manual action enables the chair to be lowered or raised to attain the correct seat height for each user that helps to maintain an even weight distribution, the posture and stability of the individual allowing feet to be positioned firmly on the floor when seated and assists the ambulant to stand from the chair more readily.
Furthermore the Encora has the ability to easily adjust the tilt-in-space positioning to facilitate ultimate pressure management without over-exertion by the carer using a simple gas action adjustment mechanism whilst the independent back recline facility enables the user to attain the most comfortable, relaxed resting position possible. Similarly the legrest can be elevated by either the carer or user by the touch of a small lever on the arm of the chair.
Reflexion foam is used throughout the chair on all patient contact surfaces except the seat module unless specifically chosen, to ensure a high level of pressure care management and is upholstered in the highly tactile, vapour permeable Dartex fabric.
Ultimate comfort and pressure care management combined with superb functionality.
What is Tilt-in-Space?
Tilt-in-space is a unique pivoting system that provides a reclined resting position whilst maintaining posture and pelvic stability.
Why is it so important?
Keeping the angle between the chair seat and back at 110° eliminates the potential to slide forward into an uncomfortable position. Depending on an individual's condition extending the backrest may prove beneficial for the user in terms of posture and stability when seated particularly for those vulnerable to extensor thrust. Weight is distributed over a larger contact surface area, reducing the shearing forces on the skin, making it a simple yet effective way to combat the build up of pressure.
Combining the effectiveness of tilt-in-space with the choice of pressure management seat options and the highly acclaimed Reflexion pressure relieving foam on all other patient contact surface areas aids pressure care considerably. Incorporation of Reflexion means the foam moulds itself to the contours of the user evenly dispersing body weight over a wider surface area avoiding localised interface pressures on the critical parts of the body subjected to compression and possible tissue damage. In addition the use of the multi-directional, vapour permeable Dartex upholstery material complements the pressure relieving characteristics as well as providing added comfort.
General Use
- Specialist care units
- General and care of the elderly wards
- Nursing homes and hospices
- Individual home environments
- For those seated for lengthy periods
- For those at risk from pressure related problems
- For semi and non ambulant users
- Regulated Motion or Gas Action or Electrically powered Tilt-in-Space and legrest elevation
- Independent back angle recline
- Choice of pressure relieving seat modules
- Advanced Comfort Backrest
- Innovative pressure relieving Reflexion foam on patient contact surfaces
- Multi-positioning, integral headrest
- Adjustable seat height
- Seat length adjustment
- Integral lateral supports
- Extendable arcing, cushioned legrest
- Multi-directional, breathable Dartex material on all patient contact surfaces
- Intelli-Gel® Seat Module
- Transflo Gel Seat Module
- Reflexion Foam Seat Module
- Laminated Tray with straps
- Cushioned or Universal Headrest
- Lap-Belts and Pelvic Positioners
- D-Ring Straps
Suggestion: The Encora is compatible with the H2O M2 Flexi-Tip
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