Adaptive Tricycle Medium, by Rifton
Adaptive Tricycle provides Therapeutic benefits of biking which is comfortable and meet the user needs. The advantages of cycling for children with disabilities, particularly in terms of better leg strength, posture, balance, and range of motion. It facilitates their interaction with peers and family and helps them socialize. Non-ambulatory individuals who use adaptive tricycles can enjoy the freedom and joy of independent movement.
The Benefits of using the Adaptive Tricycle:
- Therapeutic benefits of biking:
- Lower extremity strengthening
- Reciprocal leg motion patterning
- Balancing skills
- Using visual spatial perception for steering
- Social interaction with peers and neighbors
- No-tool adjustments
- Components such as the trunk support system, caregiver brake, and rear steering handle customize the tricycle to meet your child or client’s needs
Features of Adaptive Tricycle:
Riding a bike is part of childhood, and this bike for children with special needs aims to provide that exhilarating experience to every child. From the comfortable backrest to the modest transition step, every design element that will make this tricycle as accommodating as possible has been considered.
Carbon fiber drive belt: The carbon fiber drive belt will last at least five times longer than a cycling chain and doesn't corrode or stretch.
Variable resistance and parking brake: The Adaptive Trike is kept securely in place by the parking brake, which can be quickly activated. It grips both of the back wheels. Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
Backrest angle: Set the backrest at a perpendicular position or a 7½° or 15° recline.
Adjustable pedals: The self-leveling pedals' hook and loop bands keep feet in place. The user can ride independently and enjoy some fun and healthy exercise. Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
Puncture proof wheels: Tricycles have BMX-style rims that are puncture-proof. Beginners find it simpler to cycle with a low gear ratio, which also slows down speeders. Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
Rear basket: There’s a tote box at the back of your trike for storage or for transporting items. Available for the small and medium tricycles only.
Colors: Car manufacturers believe in the long-term advantages of baked-on powder coating. The colors are designed to withstand wind and weather whilst fulfilling American and European toy safety requirements.
Specifications
Components of Adaptive Tricycle
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HandlebarsA stylish conventional handlebar that flips up to help with transfers. The padded loop handlebar has extra adjustability. It can flip up to help with transfers. |
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Trunk supportThe trunk support stabilizes a rider with low trunk control, and comes with a butterfly harness for anterior support. Laterals and a headrest can be added as well. Dimensions: width: 16", height: 16" |
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Backrest padThe backrest pad is great for clients who need less support. Dimensions: width: 11", height: 6" |
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SeatsThe large seat installed on the Adaptive Tricycle, with a seat belt. Seats are made of soft foam for comfort, and include a seat belt. Dimensions |
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HeadrestsChoose between winged, contoured-adjustable, flat or contoured-fixed headrests. They adjust horizontally and vertically for optimal positioning and attach to the trunk support system, tool-free. Flat and contoured: 9" x 5" Note: All headrests require trunk support |
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LateralsThe laterals slide in tracks on the back of the trunk support. They have independent vertical, width and angle adjustment, and can swing out of the way for transfers. Dimensions: 5" x 6" Note: Requires trunk support |
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Push handleThe push handle can be ordered with or without the caregiver brake. It allows the caregiver to assist the rider and control the tricycle’s speed. |
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Rear steerThe rear steer can be ordered with or without the caregiver brake. It lets a caregiver aid in steering the tricycle from behind, giving the rider a feeling of independence. |
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Hand anchorsThe hand anchors provide soft, comfortable support for users who have difficulty keeping their hands on the handlebars. Dimensions: fits hand length of 6" or over |
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Front handbrakeThe front handbrake gives riders control over their speed and conveniently locks for parking. It is an option for left- or right-hand use, and can be installed on both conventional and loop handlebars. Note: Factory installation recommended |
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Front guide barThe front guide bar lets a caregiver guide the tricycle from the front. It enables eye contact between the caregiver and rider. |
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AbductorThe abductor separates the knees and helps to control spastic muscles that cause leg scissoring. It is adjustable forward and back with depth markings. |
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Abductor with Adduction StrapThe abductor with adduction straps. The adduction straps attach to rods on the abductor pad, and provide a comfortable lateral boundary for a client’s knees to maintain proper body and joint alignment. |
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Pelvic harnessRifton’s unique pelvic harness firmly positions a client’s pelvis, securing hips and upper thighs without pressure on the abdomen. It provides a stable, comfortable base for postural control and encourages proper alignment of the spine. It also controls extreme extensor spasticity that can result in sacral sitting. Max. thigh circumference: small: 22", medium: 25", large: 31" |
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Pedal raise kitThe pedal raise kit includes two blocks and two longer bolts with knobs. Stack them singly or in pairs to accommodate leg length discrepancy. Block thickness: ½" |
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Stationary standThe stationary stand converts any Rifton tricycle into a stationary trainer for pedaling practice or rainy-day activity. |
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Mounting bar or communication trayThe mounting bar (for device holder) clips to the center of the handlebar and provides a place to attach a device mount. Great for communication devices. Mounting bar diameter: ⅞" |
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Front basketThe front basket is a convenient storage space for small items. |
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Front pulleyThe front pulley maintains a level pedal position for riders whose extreme tone forces the front of the pedal downward. Available for the small and medium tricycles only. |
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Outdoor coverThe outdoor cover is weather- and water-resistant for storing your tricycle outside. |
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