Rafi's enjoyment comes down to the innovative disabled bathing support - Aqua Liberty.
He developed haemolyptic uremic syndrome in 2023.
The toxins produced by the condition attacked his brain stem causing irreversible damage. Twice his parents and sister prepared to say their final goodbyes, but he rallied and was eventually able to return home.
Rafi's family home needed major adaptation. The team @ the popular TV series DIY SOS stepped in, calling in AAT to help with Rafi's bathing support.
Rafi's bath is important not just for his personal hygiene but to allow him movement for developing motor function.
The family’s Occupational Therapist Marvanne Mowczak chose the bath because it would be big enough to accommodate Rafi as he grows and provide scope for aquatic physiotherapy, and give his family.
Marvanne has included our Aqua Liberty bath support system for disabled people, so he would be safe during bath time yet comparatively unrestricted.
Unlike other disabled bathing supports, Aqua Liberty is a two-part system, comprising a base and separate vacuum-formable neoprene cushion.
Aqua Liberty holds and cushions Rafi’s torso and pelvis when it's bath time whilst still allowing him freedom and movement.
Rafi can have the system infinitely moulded to exactly support him using its pioneering vacuum technology. He has no pressure points, and the firmness can be adjusted just as he needs.
Yet it is quick and easy to remove from the bath for other family members.
Marvanne says, “I felt that given the ever changing and improving physical presentation of Rafi’s body having a product that can be adapted was essential.
"I wanted something that as well as offering postural support also allowed him the movement to enjoy bath time.
"I already use other vacuum posture systems from AAT so knew and understood the concept of Aqua Liberty.
"It’s worked really well for him- he’s using it every day and loves it!"
AAT’s family of premium quality vacuum posture cushions includes everything from the Aqua Liberty bath system through bean seats to wheelchair cushions and arm rests.
Using an advanced neoprene material, they are waterproof yet breathable and can be easily wiped clean.
Full details, including a quick-fill form to book a free, no obligation assessment, can be found here: http://www.aaatgb.com/aqua-liberty/
And, if Rafi needs support for seating beyond the bath, his family can if they wish use the detachable cushions from the Aqua Liberty System. Multiple solutions, one product!
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