05_122524111_0105_1_2
Postural Support - Wheelchair Accessory

Line Item Description

This NDIS support item, 05_122524111_0105_1_2 Postural Support - Wheelchair Accessory, is classified under the Assistive Technology (AT) support category (Category 05). This item covers specific accessories designed to be fitted onto a wheelchair to provide the necessary postural support and positioning required by a participant.

Purpose and Scope
The item funds specialised components that integrate with a wheelchair to achieve and maintain optimal seated posture, stability, and function. These accessories are essential for individuals who cannot maintain a safe or functional position in a standard wheelchair seat.

Examples of items covered by this line item include:

Trays or Anterior Supports: These are designed to fit onto a wheelchair and can serve a dual purpose: providing postural support (e.g., maintaining trunk alignment or preventing forward slumping) or acting as a functional surface (e.g., for activities, eating, or holding items).

Other positioning aids that attach to the wheelchair (e.g., specialised headrests, lateral supports, pelvic positioners) to ensure proper alignment and comfort during mobility.

Benefits and Participant Outcomes
These accessories are critical for supporting the participant's well-being and daily activity engagement by:

Improving Postural Stability: Ensuring correct alignment of the trunk and limbs, which can prevent fatigue and secondary musculoskeletal issues.

Enhancing Safety: Reducing the risk of falls or injury due to poor positioning while mobilising.

Increasing Functionality: Providing a stable base and/or a support surface that enables the participant to engage in daily tasks, communication, and social activities more effectively.

The accessory must be deemed reasonable and necessary to achieve the participant's goals as determined by a qualified allied health professional.