BXL K-Special Back

Do you recognize this?
 

High Kyphosis

Low Kyphosis

If you do, we have the solution. With our design patented "K-Special Back," we have improved seating and positioning for thousands of wheelchair patients.

The "K-Special Back" is a specially formatted wheelchair back designed to meet the unique needs of patients with Kyphosis. Using this product, your patients can enjoy comfortable wheelchair positioning without the frustration and expense of custom-designed orthotics.

Ideal for patients with mild to moderate Kyphosis, the "K-Special Back" is a versatile product that:

can accommodate the extension required by 80 - 90% of kyphotic patients
 
is shaped to diffuse pressure over the effected area, adding increased comfort and support for the entire back
 
folds with the wheelchair for easy transportation and storage
 

In fact, the "K-Special Back" has proven so popular with patient and therapist alike that we now have a satisfaction rate of 98%.

The "K-Special Back" has been used in Canada for more than 6 years and still is in great demand. It also is being used in various locations in the U.S. for the past three years with great success.

Just try the "K-Special Back" you'll be glad you did. We are sure your Kyphotic patient will finally find the comfort they deserve.

"Nobody in a wheelchair needs to endure discomfort"

With the "K-Special Back" your seniors will focus their eyes
on the horizon and not the ground.

 

Finally, a real and economical seating solution
for your kyphotic patients
  The K-special Back:
Effectively realigns the shoulders over the hips enabling a more functional head position.
Provides lateral support for patients with mild to moderate trunk weakness, which often accompanies kyphosis.
Supports the gibbus and effectively distributes pressure.
Is comfortable for the patient as it has a smooth padded surface.
Elongates the trunk and improves vital capacity.
Allows the chair to be collapsed, if necessary.
Is cosmetically attractive.

The "K-Special Back" is in compliance with California Fire Code 117. Patented in the U.S.A. and Canada


 
Model Comments Price
K-01 Screw-On for a 16" W/C Profile High $206.95
K-02 Screw-On for a 16" W/C Profile Low $206.95
K-03 Screw-On for a 18" W/C Profile High $206.95
K-04 Screw-On for a 18" W/C Profile Low $206.95
K-05 Slip-Over for a 16" W/C Profile High $206.95
K-06 Slip-Over for a 16" W/C Profile Low $206.95
K-07 Slip-Over for a 18" W/C Profile High $206.95
K-08 Slip-Over for a 18" W/C Profile Low $206.95
K-09 Tall Screw-On for a 16" W/C Profile High $206.95
K-10 Tall Screw-On for a 16" W/C Profile Low $206.95
K-11 Tall Screw-On for a 18" W/C Profile High $206.95
K-12 Tall Screw-On for a 18" W/C Profile Low $206.95
K-13 Tall Slip-Over for a 16" W/C Profile High $206.95
K-14 Tall Slip-Over for a 16" W/C Profile Low $206.95
K-15 Tall Slip-Over for a 18" W/C Profile High $206.95
K-16 Tall Slip-Over for a 18" W/C Profile Low $206.95
K-17 Recliner W/C 16" Wide, Profile High $220.95
K-18 Recliner W/C 16" Wide, Profile Low $220.95
K-19 Recliner W/C 18" Wide, Profile High $220.95
K-20 Recliner W/C 18" Wide, Profile Low $220.95
K-32 Screw-On for a 17" W/C Profile High $206.95
K-33 Screw-On for a 17" W/C Profile Low $206.95
K-34 Slip-Over for a 17" W/C Profile High $206.95
K-35 Slip-Over for a 17" W/C Profile Low $206.95
K-36 Tall Screw-On for a 17" W/C Profile High $206.95
K-37 Tall Screw-On for a 17" W/C Profile Low $206.95
K-38 Tall Slip-Over for a 17" W/C Profile High $206.95
K-39 Tall Slip-Over for a 17" W/C Profile Low $206.95
K-40 Recliner W/C 17" Wide, Profile High $220.95
K-41 Recliner W/C 17" Wide, Profile Low $220.95
NOTE: The tall K-Special Backs are 2 inches taller than the regular K-Special Backs. The K-Special Backs for recliners are available in 20" and 22" heights.

 SPECIAL SIZES FOR THE K-SPECIAL BACKS
Model Comments Price
K-44 Special 14" W/C Standard Configuration $206.95
K-45 Special 15" W/C Standard Configuration $206.95
K-46 Special 19" W/C Standard Configuration $220.95
K-47 Special 20" W/C Standard Configuration $220.95
K-78 Special 21" W/C Standard Configuration $220.95
K-68 Special 22" W/C Standard Configuration $220.95


CUSTOM BACKS
Model Comments Price
K-66 Custom Standard Sizes $220.95
K-67 Custom > 18 Sizes $246.95


SPECIAL PRODUCTS
Model Comments Price
K-113 Elasto Gel Insert For the K-Special Backs $79.95
K-141 Eggcrate Foam Pad $64.95
NOTE: If the apex of the Kyphosis/Scoliosis is very bony, Elasto-Gel insterts (product code K-113) can be built into the K-Special Back instead of the regular foam padding for increased comfort.

EXTENSIONS FOR RECLINER WHEELCHAIRS

Model Comments Price
K-51 Extensions for E&J Recliner $10.00
K-52 Extensions for INV Recliner $10.00
K-53 Extensions for CAN. Recliner $10.00

COMFORT SEAT PADS

Model Comments Price
K-142 Comfort Chair Pad Regular $62.95
K-143 Comfort Chair Pad Custom $84.95