Protac SenSit® Straight
Sensory-stimulating chair
Protac SenSit® Straight is a sensory-stimulating chair that contains 5 cm balls in the back, in the specially designed wings and on one side of the seat cushion.
The movement and the deep touch pressure of the balls stimulate the sense of touch and the proprioceptive sense – a stimulation of these senses enhances the awareness of the body and provides a sense of security and calmness in head and body.
If the user does not want too much sensory stimulation from the seat, the cushion can be turned so that the user can sit on cold cured foam instead. The bottom of the chair has a foam core, which means that the chair is firm and has an ideal height for individuals who find it difficult to sit down and stand up on their own. In addition, the backrest is straight. This makes the seating position more upright similar to an ordinary recliner.Protac SenSit® Straight is Patented.
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How to use Protac SenSit®
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CASES
63-year-old woman with Huntington Chorea disease
Our resident who has Huntington's Chorea says that she has constantly had an inner turmoil for several years. From a sensory perspective, this is also about her muscle fibers constantly contracting, and that the disease also causes perception disorders, amongst others in the perception of interoceptive sensation. This means that she is constantly on guard and feels tense. The motor restlessness therefore influences the mental restlessness. We experience that she feels secure when she feels that she is being positioned with supports surrounding her body and being proprioceptively stimulated. She therefore enjoys the Protac SenSit® ball chair. The woman uses the chair if she needs to have quiet time or participate in a conversation. The woman is very conscious of when she needs the stimuli that the chair can provide. Furthermore, she sleeps with the Protac Ball Blanket® at night. She explains that it gives her peace and that she relaxes as a result. She experiences an increased energy capacity after experiencing sensory integration strategies embedded in her everyday life, and a more positive affective state.
68-year-old woman with Alzheimer's disease
The woman lives in a residential care facility for people with dementia. Her everyday life is characterized by constant physical restlessness and wandering in the corridors as well as severe mental unrest and a pronounced collecting mania. She cannot remain sufficiently calm to concentrate on individual sensory inputs in activities such as eating and exercising. When using the Protac SenSit® Straight ball chair , she is comfortable changing position from standing to sitting, due to the height and firmness of the chair’s edge. The upright position allows her to have a sense of security and control. She is better able to relax and find peace. She can independently get in and out of the chair. Subsequently, she can remain sufficiently calm to remain focused in activities, for example eating a meal without wandering around. The chair has a really good effect on her physiclal and mental restlessness.
WASHING AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning
It is recommended to clean and wash the covers as the Protac SenSit® chair may become dirty over time. The need and frequency of washing depend on the use of the chair.Follow the instructions below when washing and cleaning the chair.
· The cover can be washed in a washing machine, min. 7 kg, using a detergent without bleach and perfume. See the washing instructions inside the cover.
· The seat cover with incontinence fabric on the reverse side, can be unzipped and washed separately using a detergent without bleach and perfume. See the washing instructions inside the cover.
· Neck and side wings can be washed in a washing machine, min. 7 kg, using the supplied washing bags. Use detergent without bleach and perfume. See the washing instructions inside the wings.
Before using any stain removers, do a test on a non-visible area (bottom of chair) to make sure that it does not damage or change the colour of the fabric. Protac does not recommend the use of stain removers.
Protac accepts no liability for damages resulting from incorrect washing and maintenance
· Do not wash the inner bag with balls and granulate
· Do not wash the inner bag in the neck rest
Maintenance
Over time a recess will form in the seat as the granulate at the bottom ‘settle’ through use. It is therefore important to turn the chair upside down once in a while and shake it a little to allow the balls to become evenly distributed again. This will restore the shape of the seat. Inspect the chair for defects and deficiencies prior to each use, and inspect the chair’s seams, zips, fabric, straps, balls and general condition once a year. If serious defects or deficiencies are discovered, the Protac SenSit® chair must not be used until the defects have been repaired and safety has been restored.The Protac SenSit® can be wiped with a well-wrung cloth soaked in warm soapy water. Can be wiped off with alcohol. · Alle inderposer med polystyrenkugler må ikke vaskes
MODEL OVERVIEW
| NAME | ITEM NO. | HMI NO. | COVER |
| Protac SenSit® Straight - Aqua | 600-651-3820-30 | 84919 | Oxford 100% polyester (Flame retardent) |
| Protac SenSit® Straight - Lime | 600-651-3820-40 | 84919 | Oxford 100% polyester (Flame retardent) |
| Protac SenSit® Straight - Dusty Green | 600-651-3820-41 | 84919 | Oxford 100% polyester (Flame retardent) |
| 600-661-3820-30 | 84919 | Oxford 100% polyester (Flame retardent) | |
| 600-661-3820-40 | 84919 | Oxford 100% polyester (Flame retardent) | |
| 600-661-3820-41 | 84919 | Oxford 100% polyester (Flame retardent) |
