Spex Manta Back Support

Description

Spex Manta
Back Support

Simplistic to Sophisticated. Effortless to Elaborate. Clean to Complex.

Whatever your needs are, the Spex Manta offers a premium back support solution, whether that be forming a crucial part of a complex seating system, or providing a nice, comfortable and supportive hug for the user who requires a less complex set-up. The Manta has your back!

The Manta is a shoulder-height back support which can relieve pressure and provide support, especially useful for users who need tilt. It has a solid shell with unique built-in lateral trunk supports that are width and height adjustable to give excellent lateral stability.

All-in-one system: An integrated back and lateral system in one sleek wrap, simplifying ordering and delivering complete trunk support in a single package

Smooth, breathable cover for superior comfort

Features and
Benefits

Dual-Orientation Cover Design: Unique cover can be flipped 180 degrees, enabling the lateral trunk supports to be positioned either higher or lower, providing optimal fit and lateral trunk control tailored to the user’s needs
Superior Comfort: Memory foam inner lines the center of the back support
Neoprene Lateral Support Covers: Provide a soft, comfortable surface where the arms contact the lateral area e.g. when self-propelling
Integrated Harness Retainer: A discreet fabric loop at the top of the back support helps keep anterior trunk supports tidy and in place (please note this is not intended for clinical positioning – for this purpose, please add Spex Harness Guides)
Powerchair Compatibility: Cover design maintains access to the back support shell for easy attachment to power wheelchair interfaces and back plates
Easy-to-Remove Cover: The zipper runs around the entire rear edge of the back support, making it simple to remove for washing and to replace the foam insert afterwards.
TSS and Wedge Compatibility: Velcro surface behind the foam inner allows for compatibility with the Spex TSS and other positioning wedges
Swing-Away Lateral Option: Swing-away laterals are available as an option, allowing for easier transfers
Wide Range of Sizes: Standard sizes are available up to 22” wide

Clinical
Benefits

Manta is designed for the individual who requires:

A solid back support to support stability needs.

A shoulder height back support with deep contour lateral support.

Minimal to high level postural support.

Improved trunk positioning with independently adjustable incorporated lateral supports.

Support for mild-moderate trunk asymmetries.

Functional
Benefits

Depth Adjustable Inbuilt Lateral Supports
5 cm of depth adjustment on back supports up to 15″, and 7.8 cm of depth adjustment on back supports 16″+. With the ability to use the back supported completely inverted, the Manta provides the right amount of posterior and lateral stability for many different postural needs.

Height Adjustable Inbuilt Lateral Supports
3 cm of height adjustment on back supports up to 15″ and 4 cm of height adjustment on back supports 16″+.

Wrap upholstery provides breathability and comfort
Offered with the Manta’s upholstery wrap.

Add Head Supports & Other Postural Options
Script to suit your client’s needs – add a Spex head support or shoulder harness to your Manta. A harness retainer helps keep any further trunk positioning tidy and in place.

Lightweight, solid aluminium back support with quick-release hardware
This lightweight yet robust back support enhances user independence with quick-release hardware that allows for effortless removal, making transfers and adjustments faster and more convenient.

Includes Positioning Kit
The Manta Back support comes with a positioning kit for further postural enhancements, allowing further customisations to specific asymmetries.