Title: WHY DO WE USE TILT IN SPACE?
Headings: WHY DO WE USE TILT IN SPACE?
WHY DO WE USE TILT IN SPACE?
What is Tilt in Space?
Why Use Tilt in Space?
To Improve Posture
To Redistribute Pressure
To Assist with Reduced Head and Trunk Control
Reduce Risk of Falls and Sliding from Chairs
Assist Corrective Positioning for those with a Kyphotic Posture
To Improve Physiological Processes
Easier Repositioning by Individual / Carer
Which Angle of Tilt is Right for my Patient?
Which Seating Matters Chairs Have Tilt in Space?
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Content: Increasing blood flow and re-oxygenating the cells of the affected area can be achieved through offloading pressure on the weight bearing area using features such as tilt in space. By offloading the pressure in this way regularly, (suggested every 1-2 hours for repositioning) then we are effectively reducing the risk of that skin breakdown and therefore the risk of pressure injuries. To Assist with Reduced Head and Trunk Control
If a client’s muscle strength is reduced as a result of their physical or mental disability or condition, tilt can help reduce the negative effects on their posture, by keeping their spine, head and thoracic region in mid line. This improves positioning and ultimately, comfort. Reduce Risk of Falls and Sliding from Chairs
Tilting a patient and changing their centre of gravity contributes to better positioning and therefore reduced risk of falls. In my clinical practice, I've found that a tilt position reduces agitation in patients with neurological conditions such as Alzheimer's, which often contributes to falls from chairs. Assist Corrective Positioning for those with a Kyphotic Posture
For those patients who have a fixed or flexible spinal contracture such as kyphosis, tilt in space can be really beneficial to support their posture. They may be ‘hunched’ over with limited or no ability to make eye contact with others, due to the position of their spine, then once they are tilted back, their head neck and shoulders are supported, and their visual field improves. This leads to better social inclusion, interaction, communication and increased function. To Improve Physiological Processes
By sitting upright as opposed to slumping or in a deviated postural position, the patients' ability to breathe is greatly improved, reducing the risk of respiratory infections.