Adapta3 Back Support
Supporting complex postures through adaptive Profile Curvature System.
The Adapta3 Back Support meets the needs of wheelchair users with complex postural presentations including anterior pelvic tilt, lordosis, posterior pelvic tilt, and kyphosis. The back support splits the rigid aluminium shell into three different sections that can be individually adjusted to achieve natural contours to position and support the pelvis and spine. The Adapta3 Back Support can provide the shapes needed to support the user by contouring the rigid aluminium shell, rather than the foam padding.
Spex Seating currently supply rigid back supports with contour-adjustable padding to support users with complex postural support needs. The new Adapta3 Back Supports are designed for users who require a back support surface with profile curvature adjustment to accommodate their trunk contour. These needs can be accommodated without excessive foam padding, making it easier to manage temperature and other related issues. The contoured surface remains supportive and holds its shape when the seating system is tilted or adjusted.
Functional Benefits

Positioning with Less Complexity

Less Foam, Less Heat, More Comfort

Anatomically Match Spinal Curves With Height Adjustment

Flip-Back Mechanism for Easier Transfers

Easily Provide Additional Positioning

Adjustable Even When the Client Is Sitting
Clinical
Adapta3 Back Support is designed for the individual who:
- Presents with Kyphosis and Posterior Pelvic Tilt and require support at the sacrum and an increased surface contact area along with c-curved spine.
- Presents with Lordosis and Anterior Pelvic Tilt and who require a higher back support or additional upper thoracic contouring.
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Specifications
Style | Adapta3 Back Support |
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Weight (without hardware, 16" back) | 2.6kg |
Weight Capacity | 136kg |
Angle Adjustment Capability - Top | 40° Anterior & Posterior |
Angle Adjustment Capability - Bottom | 40° Anterior & 60° Posterior |
Height Adjustment | 2" |
Overall Thickness (Including Cover) | 35mm |
Code | 1257-WWHH-300 |
Flip-Back Version | 1257-WWHH-3FK |
Adapta3 Sizing Chart
Adapta3 Back Supports have an additional 2" of padding length to accommodate adjustments.
To order, replace the HH and WW in the code, with the appropriate size required.
Foam Composition
Transport Certified All Adapta Back Supports and hardware configurations are suitable for transport in a vehicle when mounted on an appropriate wheelchair frame.
Hardware Options
Dual Mount Back Support Hardware

Unsuitable for chairs with back brace between canes. Angle adjustment of up to 25°. A variation of the Dual Mount Hardware is also available for Adapta Back Supports.
Forward Extended Dual Mount Back Support Hardware

Can achieve the most forward position to meet client’s lumbar spine. Suggested hardware for Adapta2 when hyper Lordosis is present.
Forward Dual Mount Back Support Hardware

An alternative configuration of Dual Mount which positions the back support further forward. Suggested hardware for Adapta2.
Single Mount Hardware

Only suggested when Dual Mount options aren't suitable. To allow the back support to be positioned higher on wheelchairs with shorter back canes. Single Mount Hardware can be easily flipped forward to provide extra depth adjustment.
Accessories

Depth Reduced Lateral Trunk Support

TSS Lite Kit

Stylo Head Support for Adapta3
Media
Customisations
15mm Low Resilient Foam Overlay

Add 15mm thick low resilient foam to front section of back support for pressure relief.