R82 Mustang Gait Trainer
A children's gait trainer that sets up either in front of or behind the child, so one frame follows them as their walking develops.
Why this one
Anterior or posterior
The same frame sets up anterior or posterior, so a child who progresses changes the configuration rather than needing new equipment.
Four sizes, ages 1 to 18
Four sizes cover roughly ages one to eighteen, with weight limits from 66 lbs on size one to 176 lbs on size four.
Chest support centres
Chest support holds the child in the centre of the frame and adjusts for both height and width as they grow.
Full support range
Arm prompts, hip support with saddle, leg and head supports, torso belt and pommel build the frame up or strip it back as needs change.
Brakes on all wheels
All four wheels have brakes, with an anti-reverse stop that locks and releases so the frame cannot roll backwards.
Tunable wheels
A directional stabiliser and adjustable wheel tension tune how much the frame resists and how firmly it tracks straight.
4 or 8 inch castors
Castors come in 4 or 8 inch, so the frame can be set up for smooth indoor floors or for rougher ground outside.
Folds and travels
The centre bar is angle adjustable and the frame is light and folds, so it moves between home, school and therapy easily.
About this product
The Mustang is a gait trainer rather than a simple walker, and what sets it apart is that it works in both configurations. The same frame can be set up anterior, in front of the child, or posterior, behind them.
Why that matters
The two positions suit different stages. Anterior is for a child who cannot yet take all their own weight through their feet, or whose motor control needs support around the trunk and pelvis. The frame in front gives something to lean into, and it stimulates active extension and stepping forward. Posterior suits a child further along, with better trunk stability and able to bear their weight, and it lets them get close up to tables, sinks and other children rather than having a frame in the way.
Because one frame does both, a child who progresses does not need new equipment. The setup changes instead. That is worth a great deal over the years a gait trainer is in use.
Support that comes off as it is no longer needed
Chest support positions the child in the centre of the frame and adjusts for height and width. Arm prompts, hip support with saddle, leg supports, head support, torso belt and pommel are all available, so the frame can be built up for a child who needs a great deal of support and stripped back as they need less.
Sizes and wheels
Four sizes cover roughly ages one to eighteen, with user weight limits from 66 lbs on the smallest to 176 lbs on the largest, and each size has its own frame colour. Castors come in 4 or 8 inch, and all four wheels have brakes with an anti-reverse stop that can be locked and released. A directional stabiliser and adjustable wheel tension let the resistance and tracking be tuned to the child.
Fitting
A gait trainer must be fitted by a therapist. The critical measurements are floor to axilla, hip height from floor and hip width. Contact us to arrange an assessment.
Product Specifications
| Brand | Etac R82 |
|---|---|
| Model | Mustang |
| Type | Gait trainer, configurable anterior or posterior |
| Sizes | Four, covering roughly ages 1 to 18, each size in its own frame colour |
| User weight limit | 66 lbs on size 1 up to 176 lbs on size 4 |
| Castors | 4" or 8", solid, swivel and lockable |
| Wheel features | Brakes on all four wheels, anti-reverse stop, directional stabiliser, adjustable tension |
| Centre bar | Angle adjustable |
| Chest support | Height and width adjustable, positions the user in the centre of the frame |
| Supports available | Arm prompts, hip support with saddle, leg supports, head support, torso belt, pommel |
| Frame | Lightweight and folding, with built-in suspension |
| Fitting measurements | Floor to axilla, hip height from floor, and hip width |
Details
| Item code | 24002332 |
|---|---|
| Category | Pediatric Walkers |
| Unit | Nos |
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