Specialty Controls

The Platform to Re-deploy a Joystick at Midline

The ReJoy platform features pressure relieving gel pads that are adjustable by height, width and even pitch. With additional Center Drive System sockets, the same joystick can be driven from the side of the seat, or in the attendant position behind the seat.

 

The new digital JoyBar is compatible with Q-Logic, Otto Bock and RNET expandable electronics through their enhanced displays. As a result, the digital JoyBar can be installed on any powerchair that utilizes these expandable electronics without replacing the chairʼs power module required with the original JoyBar. Through the enhanced display, the user can also access as many seat functions as well as any environmental controls which the chair and its electronics can support.

The Mushroom Joystick offers a unique mechanical and tactile configuration which appears to amplify minimal force and ROM, and provides a valid option for good hand control. The Mushroom is also a robust device that can withstand excess forces applied by many high tone clients.

When partnered with the ReJoy mounting platform and Center Drive system, the Mushroom drive and enhanced display are optimally positioned at midline. The rigidity from mounting the socket to the seat base offers greatly increased stability, plus, the adjustable gel pads provide upper extremity support for better control and increased comfort and function.

The surface of the Switched Tray Drive is infinitely adjustable in height, pitch and proximity to the user and never touches the armrests. The installation of the switches, instead of requiring tedious mounting, are sandwiched between two layers of polycarbonate. The polycarbonate pieces are attached with a flat hinge and a single knob for fast, easy access to proximity switches.

This ground-breaking approach to tray driving also positions the display at midline for easy viewing and virtually eliminates exposed wiring. The Switched Tray Drive will reduce repair calls due to wiring damage and accidental disconnections and allow fast and easy field adjustments to switch positions. It can be operated with 4 or 5 naked proximity switches.

The Modular Tabletop that Mounts at Midline. This new accessory can be removed and conveniently stored in the side socket by the patient when not in use. The Active Tray is a natural expansion of Active Controls’ Center Drive System product line and will enhances the function of the Center Drive System. The Active Tray can also be used independently with manual wheelchairs.

Active Controls' unique chin control mounting system provides proportional driving without head movement. Available with Switch-It's MicroPilot and MicroGuide and compatible with ASL's mini-proportional joysticks, drivers can operate it with their chin, lip or tongue. The optional FDA approved silicone ball can be used by the tongue and spring-loaded to provide protection for the drive control and driver.

When partnered with the ReJoy mounting platform, The Micro Pilot and enhanced display are optimally positioned at midline. Support from beneath offers greatly increased stability and the adjustable gel support pads offer upper extremity support for better control and increased comfort and function.

The Center Drive System is a modular mounting system for drive controls and accessories. It can help improve postural positioning for power wheelchair patients. It also enlarges the overall patient population that can benefit from power mobility.

The MicroTray is a combination central-mounted drive control and activity tray which also provides upper extremity support. Any mini-proportional joystick from Switch-It, Stealth or ASL can be mounted in the tray which comes pre-wired to the Active Controls quick disconnect Center Drive System.

A 3” heavy-duty arm under the tray allows a 360 degree rotational adjustment of the drive control so it can be positioned exactly where it best meets the needs of the wheelchair user. Moving the MicroTray out of the way for transfers is a breeze because it simply lifts off of the chair and can be safely stored unattached to the chair, or in an optional side-mounted holster socket on the chair.

The Active Controls Chin Control uses the Center Drive mast and socket mounting system to offer quick installation and removal by the caregiver. The solid support from the seat base facilitates consistent positioning and resistance to flex from applied downward force. It is so consistent, it can be used as a cue by caregivers to position their client in the chair properly. Multiple angle and height adjustments allow a perfect fit for almost every user!