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i2i Head and Neck Positioning System

The i2i offers a complete head and neck positioning solution, providing effective support for keeping the head midline and preventing it from falling forwards or back.

For those with a great deal of extensor tone, but poor head control, the i2i provides lateral and posterior support, so that when individuals begin to extend their necks they will be gently invited back into a midline position. The sub-occipital and integrated low profile occipital components of the i2i provide posterior support and set a limit to cervical extension, while also offering a resting spot.

Individuals with poor head control can have trouble interacting with people who are out of their eye line; the i2i counteracts this by gently positioning the head so that users can see straight ahead. Other individuals may experience difficulty chewing and swallowing due to their poor head control and often find this becomes much easier with an i2i head support. 

The i2i helps with these issues and therefore increases the quality of life for the individual, who is then able to see the world eye-to-eye.

 

To order, Call +44 (0) 1179 666 761 or email info@bescorporate.net

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Benefits

Aligns the head to midline

The height can weigh 6kg or more, and needs considerable muscular support from the neck to keep it in place. For individuals with poor neck strength, it can be a challenge to hold the head in position all day. The i2i supports the neck to keep the head in midline, without the user having to exert their energy, allowing them to concentrate on daily activities.  

Supports Interaction, Drinking and Eating

Interaction is easier with the i2i, as the midline position allows for a greater range of head movement and field of vision, making it easier for the user to become involved in the world around them. 

The i2i can benefit individuals who find it difficult to eat and drink due to the position of their head. With the head in midline, it becomes easier to the user to chew and swallow effectively.

Encourages Neck Strengthening

The chin prompt is an optional addition to the i2i, and is designed to 'prompt' the chin to stay up in individuals with low tone. This encourages the individual to use their neck muscles, and over time the chin prompt can be moved further up until the user can support their head more easily. 

The chin prompt is completely safe and does not present a choking hazard, as it slides down the arms of the i2i when too much pressure is exerted.

Measuring for an i2i Head and Neck Support System

i2i Head and Neck Pad Dimensions

I2i Pad Selection

i2i Pad Selector

Size Niño Extra Small Niño Small Small Medium  Large Extra Large
Max. Neck Circumference 7.0" (18cm) 9.0" (23cm) 11.0" (28cm) 14.0" (36cm) 16.0" (41cm) 18.0" (46cm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I2i Standard Profile

 Neck Pad Length (Standard Profile)

Niño Extra Small Niño Small Small Medium Large Extra Large
2.5” (6cm) 3.0” (7cm) 3.75” (9cm) 4.5” (11cm) 5.0” (12cm) 5.5” (14cm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I2i Low Profile

Neck Pad Length (Low Profile)

Small Medium Large Extra Large
2.25" (6cm) 2.25" (6cm) 2.25" (6cm) 2.25" (6cm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I2i Arm Lengths

Arm Lengths

Size Niño Extra Small Niño Small Small Medium Large Extra Large
Standard Arm  4.5” (11cm)  4.5” (11cm)  6.5” (17cm)  7.5” (19cm)  8” (20cm)  9” (23cm)
Short Arm  -  -  4.5” (11cm)  5.5” (14cm)  6” (15cm)  6.25” (16cm)

Measuring for a Chin Prompt

I2i Standard Chin Prompt

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Standard Chin Prompt Dimensions

Part Number i2i260 i2i360 i2i460 i2i560 i2i660 i2i760
Width 2.4” (6.1cm) 2.4” (6.1cm) 4.5” (11.4cm) 4.7” (11.9cm) 5.1” (13cm) 5.1” (13cm)
Length 1.4” (3.6cm) 1.4” (3.6cm) 1.7” (4.3cm) 2.9” (7.4cm) 2.9” (7.4cm) 2.9” (7.4cm)
Depth 1.2” (3.1cm) 1.2” (3.1cm) 2.7” (6.9cm) 2.5” (6.4cm) 2.5” (6.4cm) 2.4” (6.1cm)
Total Strap 17” (4.3cm) 18” (46cm) 21” (53cm) 24” (61cm) 25” (64cm) 26” (66cm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I2i Trachea Chin Prompt

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trachea Chin Prompt Dimensions

Part Number i2i361 i2i461 i2i561 i2i661 i2i761
Width 7.5” (19cm) 7.75” (20cm) 8” (20.5cm) 8.5” (21.5cm) 9” (23cm)
Length 2” (5cm) 2.5” (6.4cm) 2.5” (6.4 cm) 2.75” (7cm) 2.75” (7cm)
Depth 1.25” (3cm) 1.25” (3cm) 1.25” (3cm) 1.25” (3cm) 1.25” (3cm)
Total Strap 18” (46cm) 21” (53cm) 24” (61cm) 25” (64cm) 26” (66cm)

Decision Guide

Mounting Hardware Stem Options

TWB480 17FDM 2

 

 

TWB480-17FDM

17mm Ball Joint, Link Hardware with 19mm Round tubing and Flip down mount. 

The TWB480-17FDM is a round link hardware with a flip down mount that allows the head pad to be flipped down out of the way when it is not needed, without having to demount it from the chair. This is unique to Stealth and helps for easy transfers without losing any adjustments. After being used, the mount can be clicked back into the original position, easily.

 

 

TWB486 1FDM 2

 

 

TWB486-17FDM

17mm Ball Joint, Link Hardware with 15mm Square tubing and Flip down mount.

The TWB486-17FDM has the same features to the TWB485-17FDM but with a  square stem.

Mounting Adapter Plates

Head Support Adaptor PlatesThe Head Pad fits almost all wheelchairs. Specialist adapter plates are available to fit the mounting bracket to pre-drilled holes on specific chairs such as those produced by JCM, Invacare, R82, Leckey and Active Design.

Additional Mounting Hardware Options

Mounting Bracket

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mounting Bracket

Mounting Bracket is always provided with a mounting stem. The use of a mounting bracket is to attached the stem to the seat back support. Purchasing a spare mounting bracket is advisable when you wish to transfer your head support from one seat to another, for example.

Links

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Links

Links are essential while setting the right distance of your head pad from the back support. Depending on the distance, extra standard or offset links can be added or removed. The offset link can be used to smooth the link and ensure the head pad is placed at the shortest distance from the back support. 

Please Note: Links can only br added to the TWB range of mounting hardware

Tone Deflector

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tone Deflector

The Tone Deflector is a great addition to a head pad. It is designed for clients with extensive muscle tone, and acts as a great means of absorbing some of the energy of the head going backwards. This device absorbs quick impact compression and diverts angled loading. It offers 10 degree deflection of high tone impact in any direction. It is easy to assemble and is attached at the back of the head pad, making it discreet for the user.

Standard Off the Shelf i2i

Standard Off the Shelf i2i - What's Included

For the majority of clients a simple selection of the key components of the i2i is all that is needed. If you do not need a customised i2i, you can order one ‘off-the-shelf’.

Each i2i ‘Off-the-Shelf’ Order Code includes a pad, a chin prompt and mounting hardware.

All ‘Off-the-Shelf’ i2i’s come with the round tubing mounting hardware as standard: Part Number TWB480-17FDM

I2i Off The Shelf

Off the Shelf i2i - Order Codes

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Create Your Own i2i

Create Your Own i2i - What's Available

If an Off the Shelf i2i is not what you are looking for, depending on the complexity of the client, you can create your own i2i by selecting a profile, arms, chin prompt and mounting hardware stem.

Select Profile

The i2i is available in standard profile and low profile. Profile length is the distance from the top to the bottom of the sub-occipital pad. The i2i standard profile offers stronger occipital support while the low profile i2i can be used as a sub-occipital pad which is suitable for people who require more emphasis on midline head positioning.

Select Arms

In addition to the standard length fixed arm, a short arm version of the head pad is available, which is best suited to people who need less support and more freedom of movement. Laterally Adjustable arms in standard and short options are offered to allow unique positioning with a locking mechanism to keep them in place. They can be adapted to individuals’ needs and hence make positioning easier.

Select Chin Prompt

The chin prompt is a dynamic support that provides foundational anterior head positioning. Systematically raising or lowering the chin prompt can be an excellent therapeutic tool to encourage neck muscle strengthening. Chin Prompts are available in standard and trachea. Tracheachin prompt is now available for clients who require more space in front of the neck.

Select Mounting Hardware 

i2i head and neck supports are available with a flip down mounting hardware that helps flip down the i2i out of the way when it is not needed, without having to demount it from the chair. This is unique to Stealth products and helps during easy transfers. The flip down mechanism is smooth and allows for the i2i to slide off smoothly. The advantage of the flip down mount is that the mounting hardware does not have to be re-adjusted. It stays in position and does not lose its adjustments, and after being used it can be clicked back into the original position, easily.

Select Head Pad

Profile

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Select Head Pad Spare Cover (if needed)

Profile

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Select Chin Prompt

To order standard spare covers for Chin Prompts add 'C' to the end of your code, and 'VMT' for spare meal time covers.

Type

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Select Mounting Hardware Stem

Stem

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Select a Mounting Adapter Plate (if needed)

Chair Type

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Select Additonal Mounting Hardware Options (if needed)

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