Kirton-Portfolio

Kirton-Portfolio
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Kirton-Portfolio

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Introduction
Kirton specializes in custom seating solutions focusing on posture and pressure care, established in 1980. Their products are designed with feedback from users and healthcare professionals, ensuring comfort and support. All products are manufactured in Suffolk, UK, with customization options available.
Training and Resources
Kirton offers nationwide training on posture and pressure management, accredited by the College of Occupational Therapists. Training includes general overviews, hands-on workshops, and bespoke sessions. They also provide a 'Little Book of Seating' guide.
Seating Comfort and Issues
Incorrect sitting positions can cause health issues like blocked veins and back pain. Proper seating design ensures natural posture and reduces fatigue.
Key Elements of Good Seating
Good seating should be tailored to individual measurements and include features like tilt-in-space, back angle recline, and adjustable legrests. Upholstery quality affects comfort and durability.
Dynamic Seating Functionality
Kirton chairs offer manual and electric adjustments for tilt-in-space and back recline, with some models providing dynamic pressure management to reduce pressure injuries.
Pressure Care Management
Kirton chairs incorporate pressure-relieving features and additional technology to prevent pressure injuries.
Product Range
The portfolio includes various specialist seating options like Duo, Encora, GE-II, and more, each with unique features for different needs. Accessories and riser recliners are also available.
Additional Services
Kirton offers refurbishment services, technical specifications, and a warranty, emphasizing quality and customer satisfaction.
Pressure Care Solutions
  • Reflexion™ Foam: Suitable for low to medium risk users, absorbs energy and molds to the user's shape.
  • Transflo Gel: For medium to high risk users, features fluid-filled sacs for pressure redistribution.
  • Intelli-Gel® Integral: For high to very high risk users, provides superior pressure relief.
Specialist Seating Options
  • Duo: Versatile seating with tilt-in-space and pressure relief options.
  • Encora: For semi and non-ambulant users, includes adjustable seat height and pressure-relieving foam.
  • GE-II: Offers postural support and pressure relief with adjustable seat depth.
  • Delta: Incorporates Reflexion™ Foam for pressure relief, ideal for care settings.
  • Florien Elite: Offers dynamic motion and exceptional comfort with various armrest styles.
Key Features Across Products
  • Modular design for easy refurbishment.
  • Postural support and pressure relief integrated into all seating options.
  • Versatility for use in domestic, clinical, and care environments.
  • Ease of cleaning and simple operation.
Conclusion
Kirton Healthcare's portfolio provides a range of seating solutions tailored to diverse user needs, focusing on comfort, support, and ease of use, supported by clinical evidence and ergonomic design principles.
Product Specifications
Detailed specifications and features of various seating solutions are provided, including the Florien Elite, Florien Fife, Florien II, Omega, Regent, Stirling, Sovereign, and Fitform Riser Recliners, each tailored to specific user requirements.
Florien Elite: Designed for long-term care environments, features tilt-in-space and back angle recline, supporting up to 160kg.
Florien Fife: Manual tilt-in-space chair for semi and non-ambulant users, supporting up to 180kg.
Florien II: Modular seating system promoting independence, supporting up to 180kg.
Omega: For users with Huntington’s disease or neurological conditions, supporting up to 150kg.
Regent: Sophisticated design for ambulant users with moderate to high posture needs, supporting up to 102kg.
Stirling and Sovereign: Provide excellent postural support, supporting up to 102kg.
Fitform Riser Recliners: Personalized seating solutions with triple motor functionality, supporting up to 240kg.
Accessories: A wide range of accessories is available to enhance functionality and comfort, including headrests, trays, and mobility kits.
Fitform 571 Vario Petite: Designed for individuals under 5ft 3”, featuring a triple motor system and pressure-relieving options, supporting up to 240kg.
Hallingbury Range: Features traditional British aesthetics with a weight limit of 110kg.
Fabric Options: Various fabric options are available, including water-resistant and anti-microbial materials suitable for demanding environments.
Warranty and Refurbishment: Kirton offers a 10-year frame warranty and refurbishment service to extend the lifespan of chairs.
Case Study: A case study with Doncaster Community Equipment Stores highlights the benefits of Kirton's seating solutions.
Technical Specifications: Detailed dimensions and specifications for various seating models are provided, emphasizing adjustable features and weight limits.
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Contents Meet Ellie! Training and Resources Are You Sitting Comfortably? Important Elements of Good Seating Functionality Options of Dynamic Seatin; Working with Kirton Pressure Care Management Choosing your Chair Specialist Seating Duo Encora GE-II Delta Florien Elite Florien Fife Florien II Omega Regent Stirling Sovereign Accessories Specialist Seating Portfolio Fitform Riser Recliners Fitform 570 Vario Fitform 570 Vario Hermes Fitform 571 Vario Petite Hallingbury Upholstery Fabrics Direct Upholstery Loose Covers Fitform Fabrics Warranty Refurbishment Service Technical Specifications Terms...

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Meet Ellie! Ellie Burcher is the Kirton OT Ambassador for Seating. Having been an OT for many years, both with the NHS and as an independent practitioner, she has a wealth of experience across many clinical areas, but her true passion is for seating. The complexities of seating have always fascinated me and nothing beats the feeling of getting it right for someone and seeing them sat correctly! From highly abnormal postures and challenging behaviours to seating clients that have been limited to 24-hour bed care, I’ve seen and assessed a wide range of conditions and postural needs. Now I want...

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Irritated tissue & back pain Problems associated with an incorrect sitting position The majority of the population assume incorrect sitting positions and unfortunately it is a natural occurrence for the body to slump and change its position regularly. Poor sitting postures and unsuitable seating can develop and/or exacerbate both physical and medical conditions with far reaching consequences on the quality of life and overall well being of an individual. Sitting requires more effort than you think! Difficulty in getting up Back pain & poor posture Incorrect seat height can cause pressure on the...

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Specialist Seating Portfolio 2017 To ensure the body assumes the correct natural anatomical position and optimal sitting posture, the chair should be tailored to each individual's exact measurements. In addition, the chair should combine the appropriate functionality and features to assist the seated person in having a healthy and comfortable posture. Important Elements of Good Seating Pressure Relief Pressure relief characteristics within seating can considerably reduce the effects of friction, shearing and body weight upon skin and muscle tissue. Distributing body weight over a larger surface...

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Functionality Options for Dynamic Seating Do you need further assistance? We offer a free assessment service! Please use this key to identify the features and benefits of each chair Manual Adjustment Manual adjustment enables fluid and precise movement of the tilt-in-space facility or back angle recline by the release of a manual mechlock lever situated on the push handle. Manual tilt-in-space or back angle recline gently moves back and forth as directed by the carer with minimal effort, whilst the legrest can be elevated by a separate release mechanism at the front of the chair: The legrest...

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Pressure Care Management Pressure care management is an important consideration for individuals that are seated for long periods of time or are limited in their ability to adjust their own posture. What is a pressure injury? A pressure injury is localised damage to the skin and the tissue underneath it. Sitting or lying in the same position will begin to cut off the flow of blood to that area, blocking oxygen and vital nutrients from maintaining healthy tissue. When the tissue becomes starved for too long it begins to die and a pressure injury starts to form. Damage from a pressure injury will...

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We would always recommend a full seating assessment in order to select the right chair; but to narrow down your options the chart below ^ can help you to understand which features could be required. 1 Not with manual version + Different seat widths available * Specified at time of manufacture Specialist Seating Portfolio 2017 The following matrix can be used to help you find the right product from our dynamic specialist seating range based on which features you require: Duo_Encora_GE-II_Delta_Florien Elite Florien II_Omega Integral pressure relief ////// 3 Seat height adjustment 3 1 3 - - 3 - -...

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For the non-ambulant user with profound posture and pressure care needs. The Duo is our most versatile seating system designed for those who are unable to maintain their posture and need high levels of pressure relief. See p.54 for sizes and contact us for your free assessment DUO MAJOR with Regulated Motion in Panvelle Stretch Tenby Lilac Watch the Duo in action - scan here or view the video online! Made in Britain Dynamic features provide the ultimate in positioning and postural management for individuals who are at risk of developing an unconventional body shape, unable to maintain a midline...

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ENCORA For the semi and non-ambulant user with high posture and pressure care needs. The ability to raise and lower the chair means the Encora will attain the correct seat height for each user. This helps to maintain an even weight distribution by ensuring feet are firmly positioned on the floor and assists the ambulant user to stand from the chair. The Encora’s Advanced Comfort Backrest, incorporating the highly acclaimed Reflexion™ Foam, moulds itself to the contours of the user, helping disperse body weight to provide superior comfort and support. Alternatively, a Waterfall Back is also available...

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Specialist Seating Portfolio 2017 Offering excellent postural support, positioning and pressure relief, the GE-II is the perfect choice for those who want their chair to deliver on both substance and style. For the semi and non-ambulant user with high posture and pressure care needs. 1 Lateral Support 2 Articulating Backrest 3 Adjustable Seat Depth 4 Rear Braked Wheels Underpinned by scientific research and ergonomic design principles, the GE-II is a groundbreaking model which achieves new levels of comfort and immersion. This elegant chair has been designed to ensure that all the key adjustments...

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