Tilt-in-Space Benifits

PRESSURE RELIEF

Skin Breakdown & Decreased Skin Integrity

Facilitates position changes associated with pressure relief for individuals with limited range of motion
Provides a change in position for those who cannot independently shift their weight
Tilting the seating surface allows for repositioning which moves the weight and pressure away from the critical areas under the pelvis
Proper repositioning improves blood flow, oxygenation, and retention of the skin tissue which is vital for maintaining skin integrity

POSITIONING

Decreased Postural Control & Decreased Head/Neck Control

Posterior tilt can reduce the effects of gravity on the trunk and upper body, which provides a more functional and proper upright posture
Facilitates more practical use of the upper extremities
Facilitates safe, effective positioning of the patient following transfer allowing adjustment of posture from the tilted position
Eliminates shear displacement (sliding out of place) during position changes
Posterior tilt efficiently opens the diaphragm allowing for more significant expansion of the lungs resulting in improved oxygenation, blood flow, and organ function
Facilitates positioning for comfort, pain management and/or pain relief

ENDURANCE

Function Mobility Related Activities of Daily Living

Proper positioning and weight distribution increases sitting tolerance throughout the day
Positioning the patient in an activity ready position improving the patient’s ability to socialize and engage with their surroundings
Increase endurance for completion of activities of daily living by placing the patient in an action ready position
Provides proper seating alignment decreasing patient fatigue and postural deviations
Posterior tilt enhances visual orientation, speech, alertness, and arousal

MEDICAL FUNCTIONS

Respiratory Digestive Physiological

Obtaining adequate posture through the use of tilt allows for improved function of the respiratory system
Posterior tilt facilitates proper digestion and decreases the risk of aspiration and other complications of the GI Tract
Improves physiological processes such as orthostatic hypotension, respiration, and bowel and bladder function
Manages symptoms related to *edema (swelling) of the extremities

CAREGIVER BENEFITS

Aids in the completion of activities of daily living; feeding, bathing, and toileting needs
Allows for frequent repositioning of individuals throughout the day
Improved seating comfort allows for fewer transfers during the day

We have not had any skin breakdown with our residents in the Broda's Elite Tilt Recliners since we started using them four years ago. We attribute this to the design of the straps allowing for moisture wicking as well as the ability to easily position recline position for pressure relief. We have not had any skin breakdown with our residents in the Broda's Elite Tilt Recliners since we started using them four years ago. We attribute this to the design of the straps allowing for moisture wicking as well as the ability to easily position recline position for pressure relief.

Mitch Connors

We have not had any skin breakdown with our residents in Broda's Elite Tilt Recliners since we started using them four years ago. We attribute this to the design of the straps allowing for moisture wicking as well as the ability to easily position recline position for pressure relief.

Jaclyn A., OTR/L Director of Occupational Therapy |New Hartford, NY