Drive Medical Trekker Gait Trainer Trunk Support - DM-TK1080S
The Trekker Gait Trunk Support by Drive Medical is height, depth and angle adjustable, ensuring user's individualized comfort. The padded cushion support is comfortable and it stays open for easy and safe transfers. The Trunk Support can be mounted toward the inside or outside of the handlebars and the straps adjust the fit and the forward leaning and angle of the user. Also, in it's lowest position, it can be used as a pelvic positioner.
Features
- Secures the torso at desired angle
- Height, depth, width and angle adjustable
- Padded for cushioned comfort
- Stays open for easy transfers
- Can be mounted towards the inside or outside of handlebar
- Adjustable straps provide a range of support from snug to lose depending on user's capabilities
- In its lowest position, can be used as pelvic positioner
- Adjustments can be made while user is in the gait trainer
- Small trunk support should not be used on TK 3000
What our Experts Think
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Advanced supine bathing system designed for assisted hygiene care in long-term care and clinical environments.
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Integrated thermostatic mixing valve helps maintain safe, consistent water temperature and reduces risk of scalding during patient bathing.
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Built-in high-efficiency disinfection system supports fast sanitation of the tub surface between uses, helping reduce cross-contamination risk.
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Includes a handheld shower wand for simultaneous hair and upper-body washing during fill cycles, improving caregiver efficiency.
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Water temperature display system allows real-time monitoring of tub-fill and shower temperatures for improved safety control.
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Designed with a lockable side cabinet for secure storage of cleaning and disinfectant supplies, improving workflow organization.
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Supports high-capacity patient care (up to ~600 lb), making it suitable for bariatric and dependent patient populations.
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Compatible with caregiver-assisted lifting and transfer systems, supporting safer patient handling in professional settings.
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Optional CleanDrive air spa system (depending on configuration) enhances comfort with variable-speed therapeutic airflow.
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Designed for fast fill, efficient cleaning, and reduced caregiver workload in high-throughput care environments.
Q&A
Q: What is the Drive Medical Niagara Bathing System?
A: It is a full-body, supine bathing system designed for long-term care facilities, allowing safe, efficient bathing of dependent patients in a reclining position.
Q: What is it used for?
A: It is used to assist caregivers in bathing non-ambulatory or high-dependency patients, improving hygiene, comfort, and infection control in clinical environments.
Q: Does it support infection control?
A: Yes. It features a built-in disinfection system designed to sanitize external bath surfaces and reduce cross-contamination risk between patients.
Q: What is the weight capacity?
A: The system supports up to 600 lbs, accommodating bariatric and standard patient needs.
Q: Does it include a shower system?
A: Yes. It comes with a handheld shower wand that allows simultaneous hair and upper-body washing while the tub fills.
Q: What makes it caregiver-friendly?
A: It includes temperature displays, fast fill capability, and an ergonomic supine design to reduce caregiver strain and improve workflow efficiency.
Q: Where is it typically used?
A: It is designed for hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and long-term care environments requiring frequent assisted bathing.
Q: Does it improve patient comfort?
A: Yes. Its supine design, smooth contours, and optional air spa systems (on certain variants) enhance comfort during bathing sessions.
Maintenance Tips
- Inspect water connections, hoses, and fittings regularly for leaks, cracks, or looseness.
- Test spray functions and controls before each use to ensure consistent water flow and pressure.
- Clean all surfaces after use with mild detergent and approved disinfectants to maintain hygiene.
- Flush system regularly to prevent buildup of soap residue, scale, or blockages in tubing.
- Check seals, gaskets, and valves for wear or damage and replace if water leakage occurs.
- Ensure drainage system is clear and flowing properly to avoid pooling or backflow.
- Dry all components thoroughly after cleaning to prevent mold, mildew, and corrosion.
- Inspect electrical components (if applicable) for safe operation and keep dry at all times.
- Tighten fittings and mounting hardware periodically to maintain stability and safety.
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