Design based on theories of sensory integration, to positively influence the different senses of the body. The seats include plastic balls, which affect the tactile and proprioceptive senses through weight and deep touch pressure to improve body awareness and increase general well-being.
This input provides deep pressure stimulation to the muscles and joints that can be calming and can assist the brain to separate relevant stimuli from the chatter of irrelevant stimuli.
This chair:
- Promotes calm and concentration - The chair is filled with balls in the seat and back, and in the special neck and side wings – thus enveloping the user and providing a sense of security and proprioceptive awareness.
- Movement within the seated position creates a gentle sensory resistance helping the brain to sort out and make sense of the physical surrounding and establish where that body is in space.
- Helps adults and children, who experience motor restlessness, to concentrate, and rest.
- Provides a ‘safe zone’ for those who find it difficult to be surrounded by lots of people.
- Provides sensory stimulation in sensory rooms, Snoezelen Multi-Sensory
Environments and in therapy and treatment rooms.
Optional Leg rest – Protac Sensit Pouffe
- The balls in the top of the Pouffe have a sensory stimulating effect as well as
promoting comfort.
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Features
Protac SenSit® seating can be used:
- With adults suffering from mental and physical restlessness.
- In psychiatric departments and day care facilities for adults with developmental disorders providing a ‘safe refuge’ in communal areas for patients and users who find it difficult to be surrounded by lots of people.
- In pre-school and school environments as a time-out for children during a busy school day.
- With restless children, as the chair helps them to concentrate when doing their homework.
- For ordinary relaxation when the user is watching TV or sitting with a computer.
- The stable shape supports the neck, head and body, and the flexibility of the balls in the seat and back makes it easy to adjust the chair and create a comfortable sitting and resting position.
Protac SenSit® seating is suitable for:
Protac follows a structured innovation process, which incorporates the most recent research about sensory integration. As a result, it is suitable for all ages and a range of medical conditions including:
- ADHD
- Anorexia
- Anxiety
- Apoplexy
- Autism
- Brain Damage
- Blindness
- Cerebral Palsy
- Chronic Pain
- Deafness
- Dementia
- Depression
- Development Disorders
- Huntington's Chorea
- Hyper-mobility
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Neurological Disorders
- Parkinson’s Disease
- Psychiatric Disorders – anxiety, psychosis, depression
- Sensory Disturbances
- Sensory Processing Disorder
- Sleep Disorders
- Stress
- Tourette’s Syndrome
The Protac SenSit® chair
- The chair can be used to eliminate sensory overload which impacts brain focus and processing, through providing a ‘contained space’ where the user is enveloped and receiving the sensory stimuli needed to ensure calm and a sense of security.
- The chair can be used as a ‘safe place’ to ensure calm and a sense of security for the user with motor and mental restlessness.
- The weight and pressure of the balls in the shoulder/neck and side wings leads to better body awareness and improved well-being.
- The chair assists those with developmental disorders and/or sensory disruption to manage sensory stimuli.
The Protac SenSit® chair can be used in a variety of settings:
Care homes, hospitals, hospices, charities, schools and special schools, psychiatric departments, waiting rooms, sensory rooms, treatment and therapy rooms as well as in people’s homes.
The chair is available in two separate heights to match the height of the user.
The chair is available in 7 colours.
Washing and Maintenance
The Protac SenSit® can be wiped off with disinfection-wipes or a damp cloth or can be washed at 60 degrees. The frequency of washing depends on the use of the chair.
When washing, please follow the instructions on the care label.
- The cover can be washed in a washing machine with a min. capacity of 7 kg.
- The seat cover, with incontinence on the inner side can be zipped off and washed separately when needed.
- The ball bags in the neck- and side wings can be washed in the included washing bags.
- Protac does not recommend using stain remover or detergent with bleach or perfume.
- The inner bag with granulate and balls cannot be washed
- The inner bag in the neck cannot be washed
Maintenance
- With use, a dent will be formed in the seat. Therefore, it is important to occasionally turn the chair upside down and shake it to allow air into the granulate. This will make the seat 'rise' again.
- The products are CE-certified and distinguished by a high quality and a user friendly and modern design developed in collaboration with a professional designer.
- The cover is flame retardant.
Optional Extras
Protac SenSit® Pouffe
- The balls in the top of the Pouffe have a sensory stimulating effect as well as
promoting comfort. These stimulate tactile and proprioceptive senses which support a feeling of calm and concentration.
- Also works well as a stool in kindergartens and schools.
- Is 40cm high with oval shape supporting effective seated position for children sitting across the top of the pouffe.
- Is available in the same 7 colours as the chair.
Warranty
WS Medical Seating Warranty Information
WS Medical provides the following warranties, compliant with the New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act 1993:
1-year standard warranty
Statutory Rights
This warranty does not limit or exclude your rights under the New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act 1993.
Return to Base Warranty
This warranty is a return-to-base warranty. The product must be returned to WS Medical’s designated service location at Hillside Road, Auckland, for any repair or replacement claims.
Contemporary Research
Protac participates in several current research projects to constantly seek knowledge and documentation in new areas. Recently, they have seen a very positive effect for patients with chronic pain and dementia.
For more information, visit protac.dk
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