Inventory, Pediatrics

St. Louis HELP's inventory is entirely donated, meaning we cannot guarantee that we have any of these items at any given time. We do accept these items.

Equipment Name	Description	Instructions for Use
Activity Chair (pediatric)	A pediatric activity chair is used to improve safety while allowing the child to participate in activities at home and elsewhere. It is commonly used by kids with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility.	Make sure the equipment is on a flat, stable surface. Stay within arm's reach of your child during use. Place your child in the device and secure any straps or supports before use.
Bath Chair	A bath chair is used to improve safety while assisting the children and their families when bathing. It is commonly used for children with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility.	Place the chair on a flat surface. Help your child sit in the chair and secure any straps or supports. Stay nearby to monitor safety and comfort.
Bath Seat, Portable	A portable bath seat is used to improve safety and sitting while bathing. It is commonly used by kids with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility.	Place the equipment securely in the tub or shower. Place your child in the device and secure any straps before turning on the water. Keep one hand on your child at all times.
Car Seat (Adaptive/Rehab)	An adaptive car seat is used to improve safety when in the car as well as supporting the child at the hips, torso, and neck. It is commonly used by kids with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility.	Place the seat securely in the vehicle according to instructions. Place your child in the seat and fasten all straps snugly. Check that your child is positioned safely before driving.
Commode Chair	A commode chair is used to improve safety and independence at home by helping with mobility and transfers while using the bathroom. It is commonly used by children with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility.	Place the chair on a flat surface. Help your child sit in the chair and secure any straps or supports. Stay nearby to monitor safety and comfort.
Crutches (pediatric pair)	Crutches are used to improve safety and independence as the child walks. They are commonly used by children that have injuries such as a broken bone or require assistance standing on their own. These require some coordination to use, so not recommended for younger children	Place the crutches under the arm pits of the child. Use the crutches together and move them forward at the same time as the injured leg. Stay within arms reach of the chid during the first few uses.
Crutches, Forearm (pair)	Forearm crutches, are used to improve safety and independence at home by improving stability and allowing children to walk longer. It is commonly used by kids with weakness or balance issues, but are typically higher functioning.	Place the childs arms into the crutches as shown in the picture with their hands on the hand supports and their forearms in the support structure. The child should walk with normal movement (right arm forward with right leg), similar to normal arm swing. Stay within a few feet when the child is learning to use this equipment.
Gait Trainer	A gait trainer is used to improve safety and independence at home by allowing children to walk and engage with their peers. It is commonly used by kids that have trouble walking on their own. This device is more supportive and will prevent them from falling.	Make sure the equipment is on a flat, stable surface. Stay within arm's reach of your child during use. Place your child in the device and secure any straps or supports before use.
Mat (therapy/exercise)	A therapy mat is used to assist with rehabilitation by giving the children a soft and padded surface to play on as well as reduce the risk of injury in the event of a fall. It is commonly used by kids with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility when they are working on improving their balance or skills.	Make sure the equipment is on a flat, stable surface. Stay within arm's reach of your child during use. Place your child in the device and secure any straps or supports before use.
Patient Lift, Electric & Portable	An electric & portable patient lift is used to assist with moving the child from one place to another. It is commonly used by families to transfer children that have difficulty transfering on their own. This device is electric and portable, taking the stress off of family members.	Make sure the equipment is on a flat, stable surface. Stay within arm's reach of your child during use. Make sure the wheels are locked. Place your child in the device and secure any straps or supports before use. Use the function to lift the child and transport them.
Patient Lift, Electric (Power)	A powered electric patient lift is used by families to improve safety by helping with mobility and transfers. It is commonly used by family members of children with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility. This device is not as portable and usually requires a charged battery to operate.	Make sure the equipment is on a flat, stable surface. Stay within arm's reach of your child during use. Ensure the wheels are locked. Place your child in the device and secure any straps or supports before use.
Patient Lift, Manual	A manual patient lift is used by families to improve safety and independence at home by helping with mobility and transfers. It is commonly used by the families of children with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility. It typically requires the strength of a family member to lift the child as it is not electronic.	Make sure the equipment is on a flat, stable surface. Stay within arm's reach of your child during use. Place your child in the device and secure any straps or supports before use.
Posterior/Reverse Walker	A posterio or reverse walker is used to assist children with walking while preventing falls. It is commonly used by kids with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility that require some assistance with walking. While not as supportive as a gait trainer, it does allow the child to work on balance and engage with other children.	Place your child inside the walker with proper support. Make sure feet touch the ground and the hand rail is just above the height of their hips. Stay nearby to guide movement and prevent tipping.
Potty Seat, Portable & Padded	A portable and padded potty seat is used to improve safety and independence at home by helping with using the toilet. It is commonly used by kids to make using the bathroom more comfortable and more enjoyable.	Place the potty seat over the toilet and stay nearby to make sure the padding stays under the child's buttox during the toileting process.
Seating System (Soft)	A soft seating system is used to improve safety while helping the child get used to sitting upright. It is commonly used by children with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility. The foam acts to support the child when they are sitting up.	Make sure the equipment is on a flat, stable surface. Stay within arm's reach of your child during use. Place your child in the device and secure any straps or supports before use.
Shower Chair	A shower chair is used to assist family members and children with bathing by supporting the child. It is commonly used by kids with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility. The material is mesh and allows for water and soap to reain.	Place the equipment securely in the tub or shower. Place your child in the device and secure any straps before turning on the water. Keep one hand on your child at all times.
Shower Chair with Base	A shower chair is used to assist family members and children with bathing by supporting the child. It is commonly used by kids with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility. This chair has a wider base to lift the child higher to reduce how much the caregiver/parent has to lean over when bathing the child.	Place the equipment securely in the tub or shower. Place your child in the device and secure any straps before turning on the water. Keep one hand on your child at all times.
Shower Chair/Bedside Commode Combo	A shower chair and bedside commode combo is a combination of a portable toilet and shower chair. It is commonly used by kids with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility. The combo is easier to clean as is is used in the shower/bath tub.	Place the equipment securely in the tub or shower. Place your child in the device and secure any straps before turning on the water. Keep one hand on your child at all times.
Sling, Full-Body	A sling is used to with an overhead lift to secure the child when they are being moved. It is commonly used by individuals with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility. It is made out of a soft fabric.	Place the sling under the child and secure straps. Then secure the sling to the lift device. Slowly raise the device to ensure the child is safe and secure prior to moving the child.
Stander	A stander is used to assist the child with standing upright. It is commonly used by kids that have difficulty with standing upright due to weakness or muscular issues. Standers typically come with a tray to allow for interaction with toys, food, crayons, etc.	Place your child in the stander and secure all straps. Adjust supports so your child is upright and comfortable. Stay nearby during use.
Stander, Sit-to-Stand	A sit-to-stand stander also assists the child with standing. It is commonly used by kids with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility. This is a type of stander that allows the child to be supported in both sitting and standing.	Place your child in the stander and secure all straps. For this device, it is usually done in the sitting position. Adjust supports so your child is upright and comfortable. Stay nearby during use.
Standing (lift/assist device)	A standing (lift/assist device) is a type of stander that assists the child to stand. It is commonly used by kids with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility.	Make sure the equipment is on a flat, stable surface. Stay within arm's reach of your child during use. Place your child in the device and secure any straps or supports before use. This is typically done in a sitting position for the child.
Standing Frame (pediatric)	A standing frame is similar to a stander, but this is usually less adjustable and the child will need to be held up when placed into the device. It is commonly used by kids with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility. This s a cheaper alternative to a stander.	Make sure the equipment is on a flat, stable surface. Stay within arm's reach of your child during use. Place your child in the device and secure any straps or supports before use. This is typically done in a standing position for the child.
Stroller, Folding (special-needs)	A folding stroller is used to transport children more easily and to reduce the physical stress on the parent/caregiver. It is used by children with special needs. This stroller does fold down to make it easier to transport.	Place your child in the stroller and secure all straps. Make sure your child is positioned safely before moving. Use brakes when stopped.
Stroller, Rigid (special-needs)	A rigid stroller is similar to the folding stroller but it typically does not collapse. It is commonly used by kids with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility. This is a more supportive stoller but it is harder to fold and transport in the car.	Place your child in the stroller and secure all straps. Make sure your child is positioned safely before moving. Use brakes when stopped.
Toilet/Commode Supportive	A toilet/commode supportive is a portable toilet and/or a supportive seat that rests above the toilet. It is commonly used by kids with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility that impacts their ability to safely use the bathroom.	Place the device securely over the toilet or on a flat surface. Help your child sit down, or place them on the commode, and stay nearby for safety. Assist with standing, or lift the child, when finished.
Tricycle (adaptive pediatric)	An adaptive tricycle is used to improve a childs balance and engage with their peers. It is commonly used by kids with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility. There is typically a strap that holds the child in the seat.	Make sure the equipment is on a flat, stable surface. Stay within arm's reach of your child during use. Place your child in the device and secure any straps or supports before use. They can pedal this device and you can also push them from the handlebars on the back of the device.
Walker, Standard (pediatric)	A standard walker is used to improve safety and independence at home by helping with mobility, transfers, or daily activities. It is commonly used by kids with that are strong but require some assistance with maintaining their balance.	Place your child inside the walker with proper support. Make sure their feet are touching the ground and the hand rests are just above hip height. Stay nearby to guide movement and prevent tipping.
Wheelchair, Manual	A manual wheelchair is used to transfer children and is able to fold for ease of transport. It is commonly used by family members to transport children with weakness, balance issues, or limited mobility.	Place the chair on a flat surface and make sure the wheels are locked. Help your child sit in the chair. Stay nearby to monitor safety and comfort.
Wheelchair, Rigid (pediatric)	A rigid wheelchair is more supportive for the children but typically does not collapse. It is commonly used by kids that can push themselves but need some assistance with staying in the wheelchair.	Place the chair on a flat surface. Ensure the wheels are locked. Help your child sit in the chair and secure any straps or supports. Stay nearby to monitor safety and comfort.
Wheelchair, Tilt in Space (pediatric)	A tilt in space wheelchair helps reduce the risk of pressure sores for children that spend a significant amount of time in their wheelchair. It is commonly used by kids that have significant mobility deficits and/or spend most of their time in a wheel chair.	Place the chair on a flat surface. Ensure the wheels are locked. Help your child sit in the chair and secure any straps or supports. Stay nearby to monitor safety and comfort.
Wheelchair, Transport (pediatric)	A transport wheelchair is a wheel chair that easily folds and can be transported. It is typically lighter in weight and less supportive for the child. It is commonly used by families who require a wheel chair for their child, but the child requires less support while in the wheel chair.	Place the chair on a flat surface. Help your child sit in the chair and secure any straps or supports. Stay nearby to monitor safety and comfort.
Wheelchair, Transport, Tilt in Space	A tilt in space transport wheel chair allows for pressure relief in a child that spends time in the wheel chair but also is more transportable. It is commonly used by kids that have a tilt in space wheel chair but need something when they are out in the community or traveling.	Place the chair on a flat surface. Help your child sit in the chair and secure any straps or supports. Stay nearby to monitor safety and comfort.