The Health Benefits of Standing
This innovative solution actively promotes overall physical well-being by facilitating improved blood circulation throughout the body. It plays a crucial role in mitigating the development of muscular and joint stiffness, thereby preserving mobility and flexibility. By enhancing cardiovascular and respiratory functions, it optimizes the body's circulatory system, leading to increased physical vitality. Additionally, it stimulates gastrointestinal motility, contributing to better digestive health. Remarkably, this approach reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases while simultaneously benefiting urinary and bowel functions, as well as maintaining optimal bone density. Ultimately, it serves as a comprehensive solution for enhancing overall physical health and well-being.
Standing & Seating System
The Karma EVO Altus Standing Powerchair features an innovative standing system with four biomechanic positioning functions to help the user with transitions - sit-to-stand, recline-to-stand, lie-to-stand, and tilt-to-stand.
This allows users to achieve a standing position from virtually any seated or reclined posture. The smooth, biomechanically optimized standing motion curves require low effort from the user. An extensive range of seat widths/depths, headrests, lateral supports and other components enable personalized fitting and pressure relief.
Power Base
The EVO Altus has an ultra-low 41cm seat-to-floor height for easy transfers and access. The front-wheel drive EVO chassis base is powered by a 320W motor capacity and up to 80Ah batteries for an exceptional driving range of up to 33 miles. It features a fully adjustable 4-wheel independent suspension for smooth outdoor performance. The design allows a tight turning radius of 75 cm, while still maintaining stability on slopes up to 12 degrees.
Controls
The EVO Altus comes equipped with the advanced R-Net control system as a standard feature, empowering users with full command over the chair's extensive electrical functions through the intuitive joystick controller. This system accommodates a wide array of specialized steering options, such as chin control, head control, and switch control. Moreover, the R-Net control system seamlessly integrates with infrared and Bluetooth devices, allowing users to effortlessly operate various external technologies directly from the joystick. With its adaptable and user-friendly design, the R-Net control system opens up a world of endless possibilities, enabling users to navigate their environment with unparalleled ease and independence.
Effortless Customization
Subtle adjustments can profoundly impact the user's comfort and overall well-being. With the EVO Altus, the design prioritizes seamless configurability and hassle-free maintenance. This innovative approach empowers service technicians to fine-tune the seat depth easily, without the need for additional components or complex linkage systems.
Appearance
While functional design is prioritized, the EVO Altus appears modern and sleek with sculpted lines and a sporty look. It comes in orange, white and silver/black versions.
Verdict
The Karma EVO Altus is an extremely capable and highly adjustable standing wheelchair suited for users with complex rehabilitation needs. Its innovative multi-mode standing system and highly customizable seating can greatly improve independence, health outcomes and quality of life. However, the advanced functionality also adds significant complexity, size, weight and cost versus basic power chairs. Careful assessment is required, but for those with the appropriate means and requirements, the EVO Altus represents one of the most versatile pieces of mobility equipment available.
To provide some context we suggest you also look at the Permobil F5 Corpus VS. This model is the market leader and our recommendation for those looking for a standing front-wheel drive powerchair - it has the most sophisticated, tried and tested, and reliable standing function. However, the F5 is significantly more expensive, so if budget is limited, the Evo Altus is a strong alternative. Otherwise, the Sunrise Medical Quickie Q700-Up M is similarly priced but has a mid-wheel drive base instead. Book an appointment to visit our showroom to try them out.
