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Item Details

Levo Active-easy LAE Stand Up Wheelchair

ILC Reference NO 43:38:006
Item sourced from ILC QLD database


Levo active-easy LAE - standing position

Short Description
LEVO active-easy LAE is a lightweight manually propelled and manually operated wheelchair that moves from sitting to standing, and allows the user to be supported in a standing position. The wheelchair can be propelled and operated manually or may be fitted with power assisted units. Suitable for individuals with impaired mobility and good upper limb function, but who are unable to stand independently. The wheelchair features easy handling, gas spring support, adjustable backrest and seat, and a two-piece flip-up footplate. Available in Medium Large and X Large Sizes.

Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.

More Details
FRAME: Standard : Manual stand-up frame.
Options : Anti-tip bars; Push handles

COLOURS: A wide range of colours are available including black, violet, or turquoise upholstery.

SEAT: Standard : The seat frame is height- and angle-adjustable. Accommodates seating and positioning devices.
Options : Seat cushion

BACKREST: Standard : Angle adjustable and folds down for transportation. Accommodates positioning devices
Options : Backrest cushion

LEGRESTS: Standard : adjustable tibia supports secure around the lower leg and provide support and stability to the tibia just below the knee.

FOOTPLATES: Standard : Two-piece height- and angle-adjustable stand-up footrests with knee supports.
Options : Foot guide

WHEELS: Standard : Quick-release rear wheels in violet, black, and turquoise. The rear wheel axle is fully adjustable to provide ease of propulsion and stability.

CASTORS: Standard : Front quick-release castors in violet, turquoise, or black.

BRAKES: Options : Brake lever extensions; Hub brake

FEATURES: Drives like a normal powered wheelchair
Stand Up mechanism is gas-spring supported

METHOD OF USE: The feet are placed on the footplate (s)
An adjustable knee support is secured across the legs just below the patella
A chest support is loosely secured across the chest
Standing is operated by calliper hand sets accompanied by a ratchet system while standing,
Gas damper springs raise the seat slowly, smoothly and silently until the user is inj the upright position. The springs are matched to user weight. The user has total control and is able to stop in any position.


TRANSPORTATION: For ease of transportation : quick-release rear wheels; detachable castor forks and footplates.

OPTIONS: The "Compact" LEVO stand-up wheelchair is suitable or all those unable to stand on their own who need a manoeuvrable indoor power wheelchair. For example for spinal cord injury, spina bifida, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, etc.
- E-motion Powerdrive
- E-Fix Powerdrive

APPLICATION: The LEVO active-easy LAE is suitable for all active wheelchair users who are unable to stand up on their own but who have good finger and arm control, such as e.g. paraplegia.

Promotes greater independence and quality of life by providing opportunity for the wheelchair user to work, socialise and enjoy leisure pursuits standing up in a supported and stable position.

Opportunity to achieve short periods of time in standing position during the day, can provide the following benefits to the appropriate wheelchair user :
Helps prevent pressure area development
Improved circulation to skin, tissues and muscles of lower extremities.
Helps reduce muscle spasms and contractions
Helps reduce atrophy of lower limb muscles and improves muscle tone
Helps maintain bone integrity and reduce calcium loss from the bones
Helps reduce swilling in lower extremities
Helps to improve joint range of motion
Promotes more efficient cardiovascular activity
Builds standing endurance
Helps reduce infection by helping kidney and bladder function
Can improve bowel regularity and function.
Encourages complete bladder drainage
Reduce the number daily number of transfers.

CONTRAINDICATION'S : Not recommended for people with the following conditions:
Orthostatic or Cardiac Problems
Brittle Bones
Serious Orthopaedic Disorders
Fixed Hip and Knee Flexion of more than 20 degrees

COMMENTS: It is recommended that this wheelchair is prescribed in conjunction with a physiotherapist or medical practitioner.
Before using the Life Stand on a daily basis, it is recommended that it be introduced in accordance with a physiotherapy movement program to gradually accustom the body to the standing position.

MAINTENANCE: All wheelchairs require regular maintenance. Refer to User Manual for specific details.


Models
Three models available in the range:

Levo Compact-easy LCE : a manual wheelchair with powered standing mechanism
Levo Mobil LCM - a powered wheelchair
Levo compact-easy Kid and Junior : a "growing" manual wheelchair with powered stand mechanism.

Accessories: Optional TracBack backrest system; Chest belt; Knee support adaptor; Tray table


Dimensions
Large
Seat Width........................................ 380, 400, 420 or 450 mm
Seat Depth........................................ 380 mm
Seat Front Height................................. 480 mm
Backrest Height................................... 310 mm
Overall Width..................................... 600, 620, 640 or 670 mm
Overall Length.................................... 860 mm
Overall Height.................................... 770 mm, including backrest
Wheel Diameter (Rear)............................. 560 mm
Castor Diameter................................... 125 mm
Weight of Heaviest Part........................... 11 kg, without wheels and knee support
Overall Weight (kg)............................... 17 kg

Levo Active-Easy Stand Up
Seat Width........................................ 380, 400, 420 or 450 mm
Seat Depth........................................ 430 mm
Seat Front Height................................. 510 mm
Backrest Height................................... 310 mm
Overall Width..................................... 600, 620, 640 or 670 mm
Overall Length.................................... 930 mm
Overall Height.................................... 800 mm, including backrest
Wheel Diameter (Rear)............................. 610 mm
Castor Diameter................................... 125 mm
Weight of Heaviest Part........................... 12 kg, without wheels and knee support
Overall Weight (kg)............................... 18 kg

X Large
Seat Width........................................ 380, 400, 420 or 450 mm
Seat Depth........................................ 520 mm
Seat Front Height................................. 540 mm
Backrest Height................................... 310 mm
Overall Width..................................... 600, 620, 640 or 670 mm
Overall Length.................................... 1000 mm
Overall Height.................................... 790 mm, including backrest
Wheel Diameter (Rear)............................. 610 mm
Castor Diameter................................... 125 mm
Weight of Heaviest Part........................... 13 kg, without wheels and knee support
Overall Weight (kg)............................... 19 kg


Standards
For some types of equipment, specific Australian Standard(s) are applicable to the materials used in, the manufacturing processes applied to, and the installation of products. Compliance with relevant Standards is indicated by written certification that a product has been tested and assessed as compliant with specified Australian Standards. Purchasers are advised to check with the supplier or manufacturer of this item as to its compliance with relevant Australian Standard(s).

Place Of Manufacture
Switzerland

Display Information
LifeTec may have this item on display. If you want to view or trial this product, please contact LifeTec on 07-3552 9000 to ensure that it is still on display prior to your visit.

Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
ABILITY IN MOTION (FORMERLY WOWSPD),   BRENDALE, QLD

Additional /images
Levo active-easy LAE - seated position   Levo active-easy LAE - mechanism  
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