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• Accommodate his fixed anterior pelvic tilt.
• Provide support to the lateral aspects of his pelvis to maintain pelvic alignment and
assist with trunk alignment.
• Provide lower lateral support at the apex of his lateral trunk curvature and high on the
left thoracic to correct his scoliosis.
• Provide improved head control – particularly if eye gaze technology is to be explored.
• Maintain a dynamic element within the seat, as it is felt this is assisting with
tolerance.

Recommendations
• To liaise with his medical team regarding muscle tone management.
• To provide a custom-made foam seat moulded to accommodate John’s fixed postural
deformities, fitted into a seating system with a dynamic backrest.
• To assess for alternative head supports that have an option to add anterior and lateral
support.

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