Patient Conditions
BARIATRICS
Broda bariatric seating products provide anterior tilt; foot pump activated tilt and solid, robust footrests to accommodate the additional weight and width of the lower extremities commonly associated with bariatric patients. Both the Vanguard® and the Revive Bariatric provide comfort for the patient throughout the continuum of care.
Recommendation: Vanguard® Tilt Recliner and Revive Tilt & Recline Bariatric Shower / Commode
CANCER (BONE, BRAIN, SKIN ETC.)
Using the combination of tilt and recline allows for safe, stable supportive positioning of the patient aiding in the treatment of edema, pain management, nausea and respiratory issues.
The lay flat feature on our Positioning Chairs allows for changing of incontinence products, slide transfers and completion of activities of daily living from the chair.
Broda’s Comfort Tension Seating® system provides a soft, supportive surface that molds/conforms to the body decreasing pressure and inflammation overall.
Recommendation: Synthesis Tilt Recliner, Synthesis Transport Chair or Vanguard® Tilt Recliner for bariatrics.
COPD / EMPHYSEMA / CHRONIC RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS
Broda chairs provide the industry’s leading combination of tilt and recline providing safe supportive positioning that aids in treating conditions such as shortness of breath, swelling/edema, aspirations and exacerbation of symptoms.
Posterior tilt effectively opens the thoracic diaphragm allowing for greater expansion of the lungs resulting in improved oxygenation, blood flow, organ function, fewer respiratory infections and improved patient outcomes.
Recommendation: Synthesis Tilt Recliner or Vanguard® Tilt Recliner for bariatrics.
AUTISM / DEVELOPMENTAL DELAY / ADHD
The soothing gliding action of the Aspire Pediatric Glider or Tranquille Auto-Locking Glider can reduce anxiety, increase concentration and better overall contentment to help children achieve success!
Children with Autism, Developmental Delay or ADHD can increase their ability to learn and engage in activities with Broda chairs. Designed for active or calming seating gliders provide stimulation when desired or can be utilized to soothe when the child needs a break.
These chairs also utilize Broda’s unique Comfort Tension Seating® that contours to the body for an individualized fit. The soft foam padding and supportive design gently cradle each child providing a comforting effect.
Recommendation: Tranquille Auto-Locking Glider for larger children and Aspire Pediatric Glider for smaller children
BRAIN INJURY
Using the combination of tilt and recline allows for safe, stable, supportive positioning of the patient.
The lay flat feature on our Positioning Chairs allows for changing of incontinence products, slide transfers and completion of activities of daily living from the chair.
Recommend: Synthesis Tilt Recliner or Vanguard® Tilt Recliner for bariatrics.
KNEE CONTRACTURES (LOWER EXTREMITY)
The addition of the contracture sling significantly improves patient safety, comfort, and mobility. The contracture sling provides a safe, supportive positioning of the lower extremities preventing injury.
Recommendation: Centric Tilt Semi-Recliner with optional contracture sling
Kyphosis / Lordosis / Scoliosis
Broda’s proprietary Comfort Tension Seating® system allows for straps to be removed and/or reversed to accommodate curvatures, bony prominences and other needs commonly associated with these conditions.
Our Comfort Tension Seating® system allows for the straps to mold/conform to the body decreasing pressure points, irritation, and discomfort caused by hard surfaces. Tilt and recline provide infinite positioning abilities to provide safe supportive positioning of the patient.
Recommendation: Synthesis Tilt Recliner or Vanguard® Tilt Recliner for bariatrics.
Huntington’s / Parkinson’s / Alzheimer’s
The recommended chairs require the addition of Broda’s Huntington’s Special Padding (HSP) package. Broda’s unique features and functionality combined with our Comfort Tension Seating® system provides safe, stable positioning for the patient, enhancing patient safety, comfort, and quality of life. Optimum safety and functionality withstand severe agitation and involuntary movements.
The Elite Tilt Recliner and other Broda chairs are recognized by the Huntington’s Disease Society of America. See more information in the HDSA’s Caregiver Guide to Mid to Late Stage Huntington’s Disease.
CASE STUDY James, a 57 year old man with late stage HD [Huntington’s Disease], has been using a standard manual wheelchair in the facility where he resides but due to multiple falls he required a new device for safety and to provide functional mobility. A Broda wheelchair was recommended to help James remain upright and allow him continued independence with functional mobility rather than risk propulsion from a standard chair.
– HDSA’s Caregiver Guide to Mid to Late Stage Huntington’s Disease [pages 62]
Recommendation: Synthesis Tilt Recliner with Huntington’s Special Padding (HSP) package
For individuals at risk of skin breakdown Broda’s Comfort Tension Seating® system, is the key to providing a comfortable, functional chair.
Each strap of the system conforms individually to the person’s body, thus suspending weight across multiple points and dramatically reduces the amount of pressure on a person’s body (especially peak pressures).
Fall Risks
The straps are firm enough to provide the necessary support for hours of sitting comfort, and the memory retention system enables the straps to return to their original shape within seconds.
This strapping system prevents the “bottoming out” effect, which occurs with standard wheelchair seating surfaces. It also allows for superior airflow and circulation, reducing and dispersing heat and moisture buildup that often leads to skin breakdown.
Recommendation: Synthesis Tilt Recliner, Synthesis Transport Chair or Vanguard® Tilt Recliner for bariatrics.
Skin Breakdown / Decreased Skin Integrity / Wound Care
For individuals at risk of skin breakdown the Broda’s Comfort Tension Seating® system, is the key to providing a comfortable, functional chair.
Each strap of the system conforms individually to the person’s body, thus suspending weight across multiple points and greatly reduces the amount of pressure on a person’s body (especially peak pressures).
The straps are firm enough to provide necessary support for hours of sitting comfort, and the memory retention system enables the straps to return to their original shape within seconds.
This strapping system prevents the “bottoming out” effect, which occurs with standard wheelchair seating surfaces. It also allows for superior airflow and circulation, reducing and dispersing heat and moisture buildup that often leads to skin breakdown.
Recommendation: Synthesis Tilt Recliner, Synthesis Transport Chair or Vanguard® Tilt Recliner for bariatrics.