This paper describes a low cost cushioned seat of variable configuration for cerebral palsied children in the 5 to 10 year age bracket.
Economic considerations are presented and the manufacturing process is described. It is believed that the system has advantages specially related to socio-economic conditions prevailing in a developing country.
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