Children with Arthrogryposis Can Remain Independent

Understanding Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita

Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita, also known as AMC, is when arthrogryposis affects two or more different areas of a person’s body. Children who are born with arthrogryposis typically have joint contractures which cause muscle shortening. Kids with arthrogryposis cannot perform active extension and flexion in the joint or joints that are affected with the condition. Typically, every joint is affected in individuals living with arthrogryposis, and symptoms include limited and/or no movement around small and large joints. Muscles are weak and undeveloped. The most common form of arthrogryposis multiplex congenita is amyoplasia. Amyoplasia is characterized by severe muscle weakness and joint contractures. Get more information on arthrogryposis multiplex congenita.

Arthrogryposis Power Wheelchairs

Complex rehab wheelchairs from Quantum are designed to help those living with conditions like arthrogryposis multiplex congenita. The Edge 3 Motorized Wheelchair can be tailored specifically to your child’s needs. The Edge 3 offers upgraded SRS (Smooth Ride Suspension) to ensure a smooth, comfortable ride with advanced stability. The Edge 3 is extremely appealing to children because it comes in 19 different color options, so your child can choose the color they love best! The front and rear LED fender lights help your child to see and be safely seen. A USB charger comes standard with the Edge 3 Motorized Wheelchair, enabling your child to charge his or her cell phone or tablet while on the go.

Drive controls for the power chair, as well as components for seating and positioning,  can be selected and specially built onto the power wheelchair. TRU-Balance® 3 Power Positioning Systems offer an innovative design that is visually appealing and maximizes the functional independence of your child. With options such as power recline, power tilt, power articulating foot platform, and power leg rests, TRU-Balance 3 can provide comfort and postural support to your child, help maintain tone and enable independent repositioning. Plus, if your child needs comfort adjustments made to his or her positioning, your child’s Assistant Technology Professional (ATP) can make the adjustments at the dealer’s office while your child remains in the chair. Get more information on how TRU-Balance 3 on an arthrogryposis wheelchair can help your child.

iLevel® Technology for Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita

In addition to TRU-Balance 3, your child can benefit from optional iLevel® Power Adjustable Seat Height, which is available on the Edge 3 Wheelchair. With 4.5 mph iLevel, your child can safely drive while elevated at 12 inches. iLevel features Extra Stability Technology®, which safely enables your child to perform daily activities independently such as grooming, toileting, transferring and reaching. The social benefits of iLevel are endless. Your child can be at eye level with his or her peers and participate in activities that he or she would not be able to participate in with non-elevating power wheelchair. With iLevel, social interactions are much more fulfilling as well. Your child can feel more confident being at iLevel. Learn more about the benefits of iLevel Power Wheelchairs.