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D I R E C T H E A L T H C A R E G R O U P. C O M
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4.4. Accessories
3.1. Intended Use
The Duo 2 is intended for the following user environments:
• Domestic home use
• Hospital, hospice and care home environments
• For those with or at risk of developing an unconventional
body shape
• For those with postural related problems
3.2. Who is the Duo 2 Suitable for?
The Duo 2 is appropriate for the following users
• Semi-ambulant and non-ambulant users who require assistance
getting in and out of the chair.
• Users requiring advanced postural support when seated.
• Users at low to medium risk of pressure injuries (on chairs fitted
with Reflexion™ seat foam).
• Users at high risk to very high risk or with up to a Grade IV
pressure injury (on chairs fitted with a Dyna-Tek®
®
Intelligent
Air seat) following a clinical assessment.
• Users with mild to severe cognitive impairment.
• For users undergoing rehabilitation, therapy or treatment.
• For users needing postural support when being moved.
3.3. Who is the Duo 2 not Suitable for?
The Duo 2 is not suitable for the following users:
• Fully ambulant users unless fully supervised by a healthcare
professional in a treatment setting and following a clinical
assessment.
4. Product Information
4.1. Product Identification
Each chair has a unique number to enable swift identification.
This number can be found on the side of the base frame of the chair.
• Tilt-in-Space, independent back angle reclines and legrest
elevation controlled through either:
• Electrical and Regulated Motion technology
• Two back style options:
• Waterfall
• Sculpted
• Three pressure relieving seat module options
• Dartex on all user contact surfaces
• Articulating legrest without compromising footboard positioning
• Tool-free, lever and spring-clip adjustments
• Split-wing headrest for support of the head and shoulders
• Adjustable headrest for precise positioning of the head
• Push handle
• Strong, durable 100mm unbraked front and braked rear castors
4.2. Key Features
5. Guidelines for Best Practice
To ensure good practice when considering purchasing a Duo 2 chair and effective use post purchase we advise that the following
guidelines are considered:
• Seek advice and input from a qualified Occupational Therapist, healthcare professional and/or Direct Healthcare Group representative/
retailer at the initial prescription of the chair.
• If unsure when ordering the chair and any accessories contact either the Occupational Therapist involved, your Direct Healthcare Group
representative, retailer or Direct Healthcare Group Customer Care Team on
Freephone 0800 043 0881.
• All care-givers that will be supervising the user(s) should be trained in operating the chair to ensure correct positioning of the user
is achieved.
CAUTION
Only use accessories recommended by Direct Healthcare Group with the Duo 2 chair.
Duo 2 Major
Duo Major Leg Laterals
Pommel
Lateral Supports (Pair)
Extra Waterfall Cushion (For Back Heights)
Easicare Medium 4 Point Lap-Belt with Fixings
Easicare Medium 2 Point Lap-Belt with Fixings
Easicare Large 2 Point Lap-Belt with Fixings
Easicare Large 4 Point Lap-Belt with Fixings
Lap-Belt (Requires D-Ring Straps)
Large Pelvic Positioner (Requires D-Ring Straps)
Large Padded Vinyl Pelvic Positioner (Requires D-Ring Straps)
Large Fleecy-Faced Pelvic Positioner (Requires D-Ring Straps)
D-Ring Straps (Long)
Universal Mobile Tray
Annual Maintenance Visit for Duo 2 (Per Chair)
4.3. Key Options
4.3.1. Pressure Management
Pressure management is critical for those who are seated for long periods or for those at risk of tissue damage. The Duo 2 has pressure
relieving foams on all contact surfaces areas of the chair and further options are available for the seat module in accordance with the
occupant’s needs.
If you are unsure about the suitability of your pressure care, please seek advice and input from a qualified Occupational Therapist, Tissue
Viability Nurse, healthcare professional and/or Direct Healthcare Group representative/retailer before purchasing.
3. Clinical Applications
