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* The IQ Stick has been developed to provide moderate physical support when standing and walking.
* The Stick recovers from minor knocks to remain upright.
* The shaft is made from very strong, yet extremely lightweight carbon fibre. The shaft has a degree of flexibility that results in slight bending with normal use.

Adjustments (instructions included)
* Height - here are four different adjustment heights. The stick is assembled at medium height. To assess adequacy of height, the top of the handle should be close to the midpoint of the front thigh crease. The number of spacers can be reduced or increased to change the height. When adding spacers, take care to tighten each spacer well. These are added to the bottom of the shaft by removing the base. T
* Weight - Adjust by adding/removing weight on the base.

Glow in the Dark handle
* For best results, expose the handle to direct light for a few minutes to activate. The handle has the capacity to glow for up to eight hours.

Considerations

* When adding spacers, take care to tighten each spacer well.
* It is important to try the stick before purchase. The shaft has a degree of flexibility that results in slight bending with normal use. Some people feel insecure with a shaft that has flexibility.

The IQ Stick is not suitable
* When there is a need for a high level of physical support
* For people who weigh more than 90kg
* Where grip strength is reduced or hand/finger function is altered so the handle cannot be gripped effectively
* In rugged or slippery terrain

Place Of Manufacture

Australia

Models

Only one model available

Options

* Extra length for people approx 6 feet tall

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
www.ilcnsw.asn.au/home/assistive_technology/standards

TGA
Many of the items on the ILC NSW website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.