Outside Standing Frame
Can be used by an adult or child with restricted mobility or balance to assist with supported standing. The standing frame allows for increased social participation as the client is able to work and be at the same level as their peers.
Supplies
Tri-wall cardboard, power jig-saw, white glue, hot glue, wooden dowels, edging paper, metal spoon, hammer.
Cut out 1 x panel to wrap around with jig-saw
- 16” x 40”
Cut out 2 x support panels (cross-grain) with jig-saw
- 18” x 22”
Cut 2 support pieces at desired angle
Use metal spoon to crease main panel piece in half
Glue 2 support panels to main panel with the angle side up using hot glue
Let panels dry for 5 minutes
Fold and glue together top side of main panel to the angled side of support panels with white glue
Nail in 4 wooden dowels to increase sturdiness
Cut a slit in bottom of main panel to desired width and height of feet
Cut 2 slits 1/4" wide for straps to rest in
Cut out panel to close off back of frame
- 16" x 20"
Glue and use 4 wooden dowels to secure back of frame
Place whole frame on a second cardboard piece to trace an outline
Cut outline using a hand-knife
Secure frame on support board using white glue
Edge frame using edging tape
Prime, paint and polyurethane for maximum durability