Melrose With a unique combination of tilt in space and independently controlled back recline and leg elevation, carers can constantly adjust the user s position to relieve pressure and provide all-day comfort. Dr Hilary Jones Our In-house Health Advisor COMFORT WITHOUT COMPROMISE
Considered users, those who require: A high level of postural support A high level of pressure care management Suitable for: The Melrose has been specifically engineered to meet the needs of semi-ambulant and non-ambulant users, addressing pressure management issues and providing adaptable support for neurological and postural conditions. The Melrose provides carers with a number of options to enable regular repositioning of users to redistribute pressure and support pressure care management: An in-built tilt in space movement is operated from the push handle allowing the chair to be gently reclined in a range of positions maintaining a constant back angle. The backrest and leg rest can be separately adjusted providing a further range of back and leg angle combinations to support improved posture and pressure management. Couple this to the angle and height adjustable footplates and this makes the Melrose Repose s most versatile pressure management porter chair. As with our other healthcare chairs the Melrose can be fitted quickly to each individual user and there are a range of specialist back cushions and pressure management seat cushions to choose from to meet specific support challenges. Home Healthcare Nursing and Residential Homes Melrose COMFORT WITHOUT COMPROMISE
Key features The Melrose combines Tilt in Space, Independent Recline, Independent Leg Rest, Footplate and Seat Depth actions with a range of seat and back cushion options to offer an extensive range of postural and pressure management positions. Tilt in space movement Independent backrest recline 1 3 2 Using the left hand lever on the push handle 1 the chair can be gently reclined in a range of positions maintaining a constant back angle. The back locks into position when the lever is released. The push handle comes with rubber grips 3. Using the right hand lever on the push handle 2 the backrest can be reclined independently providing a range of back angles. The back locks into position when the lever is released. Enhanced posture and pressure management options are available by combining this movement with the leg rest and footplate adjustment. Independent leg rest movement The leg rest angle can be changed independently of the backrest and footplate movements to provide additional posture and pressure management options. Simply pull the lever on the side of the chair 4 and this will release the leg rest so that you can adjust to the required angle for the users comfort, including a negative leg rest angle A. The leg rest locks when the lever is raised. The leg rest is contoured, with padding on either side to support the legs splaying over the side. 4 A Optional footplates The Melrose has a choice of adjustable footplates that further extend the range of posture and pressure management options, particullarly when combined with the leg rest and backrest movements. 5 5 Height and angle adjustable footplate Sliding footplate www.reposefurniture.co.uk Tel: 0844 7766001
Key features 1 2 3 13 The interchangeable back cushions can be replaced with five other back options, designed to meet a range of needs. 8 14 Seat and back cushions are upholstered in a four-way stretch, vapour permeable fabric to aid pressure care. The fabric is washable at 95 C and available in a range of colours. 13 14 15 Choose from a range of interchangeable pressure seat cushion options to meet the specific needs of the user. 7 10 9 15 6 11 4 5 12 The Melrose - for all day comfort and support
Key features Seat depth movement The seat depth can be adjusted by using a simple mechanism under the seat. 6 Seat width adjustment The seat width can be adjusted by removing and interchanging the arm pads to fit the seat to the user. There are two size of arm pads that allow the seat depth to be adjusted. Please note which ones are standard on each of the medium and small chairs. You then have the option of purchasing the other size as an additional set. 7 Arm pad positioned for 21" seat width. (Standard on medium chair). Arm pad positioned for 19 seat width. (Standard on medium chair). Additional arm pad reducing seat width to 17. (Standard on small chair). Interchangeable back cushions Interchangeable seat cushions 8 9 Flexible positioning of the three waterfall cushions to get the shape of the back right for each user, with adjustable back padding in all cushions. Interchangeable seat cushions to adapt the Melrose for each new user s pressure care or support needs. Lap strap and pad Contoured leg rest Lockable castors 10 11 12 D rings come as standard to fit a lap strap and pad. The contoured leg rest is padded down the sides providing a channel to support the legs from splaying over the sides of the rest. The Melrose comes with heavy duty castors, lockable at the rear. www.reposefurniture.co.uk Tel: 0844 7766001
Repose Melrose seat options for pressure management All cushions are covered in multi-way stretch, vapour permeable fabric which is wipeable, removable, washable at 95 C, incontinence proof and breathable. Viscoform Memory foam (std) Reflex foam Liquiform Memory foam Liquid gel sac Reflex foam Pressure Risk LOW MEDIUM Pressure Risk MEDIUM HIGH For those who have good posture and mobility but are seated for greater than one hour at a time and require pressure relief and supported comfort. This cushion has a high density foam base which offers a supportive and firm seat base with a top layer of memory foam to allow submersion into the cushion giving stability and a large surface area to reduce pressure levels. For those who have good posture and mobility but are seated for long periods of time and require pressure relief and supported comfort. Excellent for people with little fatty tissue. This cushion has a high density foam base which offers a supportive and firm seat base topped with a fluid liquid gel in a soft silicone cover to provide high levels of pressure relief. The liquid gel helps to dissipate heat and constantly adapts to movement. Celliform Gelacell mesh gel Reflex foam Airform Memory foam 3 x manual air cushions Reflex foam Pressure Risk MEDIUM HIGH Pressure Risk HIGH For those sitting for long periods of time with specific comfort issues such as a high risk of pressure sores and sheer forces. Gelacell s unique grid design eliminates pressure points by contouring in response to the transfer of weight and evenly distributing pressure. The molecular structure restricts absorbed heat and keeps the seat cooler and fresher. For those who have good postural position but who are unable to alter their own position easily and require high level pressure care. This cushion gives the benefit of an air cushion without the sensation of alternating changes in air pressure. Pressure mapping All Repose seat designs undergo rigorous pressure mapping testing to ensure we achieve the highest standards possible. A mat of pressure sensors is applied to the seat. The matrix of sensors quantifies the surface pressure between a person and the support surface the chair provides. The results provide a map for analysis by clinicians who can then advise our design teams. The aim is to ensure that pressure is as evenly distributed as possible and that the maximum area of the thighs and buttocks is supported as at low an interface pressure as possible. Poor pressure distribution Good pressure distribution Pressure Map for individual: Gender: Female; Age: 35 Years; Weight: 10.5 Stones. Note: Users with pressure relief needs or concerns are advised to seek the advice of a tissue viability clinician on the most suitable level of pressure relief for their medical requirements. COMFORT WITHOUT COMPROMISE
Back cushion options Back cushion options for enhanced support Waterfall back cushion Comfort lateral back cushion Support lateral back cushion Individual waterfall cushions, which are fully adjustable to accommodate maximum postural support. Soft fibre filled removable lateral cushion for lower back and side lumber support, without feeling restricted. A foam filled back providing firmer lateral support with a soft fibre filled headrest. Large profile headrest with waterfall back Large profile headrest with comfort lateral back Large profile headrest with support lateral back Recommended for those with limited head control and requiring a soft adjustable lumbar support. Recommended for those with limited head control and requiring soft lateral support without feeling restricted. Recommended for those with limited head control and requiring firm foam lateral lumber and midline support. Headrest options Small Head Pillow Head Roll Small Profile Headrest Midline Headrest Care features All of the covers are quickly removable for ease of cleaning and change. Replacement covers are available for all of these removable covers. Removable seat cushion cover. Removable arm cover. Removable wing cover. Removable footplate cover. The Melrose - for all day comfort and support Removable contoured leg rest cover.
Available sizes MEDIUM SMALL SEAT HEIGHT 23" (58cm) 23" (58cm) SEAT WIDTH 19" (48cm) and 21" (53cm) Using the reversible arm pads 17" (43cm) and 21" (53cm) Using the reversible small arm pads SEAT DEPTH 16" 22" (40cm 56cm) 16" 22" (40cm 56cm) ARM HEIGHT 9" (23cm) 9" (23cm) OVERALL HEIGHT 49" (124cm) 49" (124cm) OVERALL WIDTH 28" (71cm) and 30" (76cm) (1" and 2" options on arm pad) 28" (71cm) and 32" (81cm) (1" and 3" options on arm pad) OVERALL DEPTH 36" (91cm) 36" (91cm) Weight limit The Melrose has a weight limit of 25 Stones. Fabric options The Melrose comes with a Boltaflex Cadet Outer with choices of colours from the Contemporary, Trek, Voyage or Venture ranges; and a Vapour-Permeable Inner in Beige, Green, Blue, Red or Black. The fabric options shown in this brochure: Ambla Wild Heather Wheat Outer with Plain Black Vapour Permeable Stretch Inner seat and back cushion covers. Guarantees The Repose Melrose comes with the following guarantees: 2 Year warranty on the mechanism and metalwork. 1 Year warranty on alternating seat cushions. 1 Year warranty on the fabric, foam and frame.* If you have any questions about the Melrose, please contact us on: 0844 7766001 or at info@reposefurniture.co.uk *Full terms and conditions available upon request Thank you for supporting British manufacturers Repose Furniture Ltd reserves the right to modify or change the specification without prior notification. For terms and conditions of sale and or agreement please refer to your supplier. Recommended supplier: Repose Furniture Ltd. Attwood House, Cokeland Place Cradley Heath, West Midlands B64 6AN Tel: 0844 7766001 Email: info@reposefurniture.co.uk www.reposefurniture.co.uk Tel: 0844 7766001