Types of Standing Frames for Children with Cerebral Palsy – Explained
Children with cerebral palsy often face challenges in posture, muscle tone, bone development, and mobility. One of the most effective tools used in early intervention and long-term therapy is a standing frame — a device that helps a child stand safely in a supported position.

Standing frames not only promote physical benefits like bone density, digestion, and respiratory function, but also enable social interaction, sensory input, and independence.

At Morecare, we design and manufacture a wide range of standing frames, each suited to a specific therapeutic need or functional goal. Let’s explore each type:

🔵 1. Supine Standing Frame
Description:
A supine stander supports the child from the back (posterior side), helping them stand gradually and safely — even if they have minimal head or trunk control.

Ideal For:

Children with low muscle tone

Kids with poor head/neck stability

Initial rehabilitation after surgery or injury

Use Case:

Used in therapy centers and homes

Helps prevent hip dislocation and contractures

Can be tilted gradually to upright over time

Morecare Example:
✅ iStand Plus Supine Stander (Adjustable for All Ages)

🔴 2. Prone Standing Frame
Description:
Prone standers support the child from the front. The child leans slightly forward, which encourages muscle engagement and active trunk/head control.

Ideal For:

Children with fair to good upper body strength

Kids who need to improve head and trunk control

Transitioning from supine standers

Use Case:

Common in early childhood therapy

Encourages functional hand use (tray use)

Supports interaction during activities

Morecare Example:
✅ Custom Prone Standing Frame (Made-to-Measure)

🟡 3. Vertical Standing Frame (Upright Standers)
Description:
The child stands fully upright in a vertical position with full weight-bearing on both legs, supported by adjustable straps or padding.

Ideal For:

Children with moderate balance and posture control

For daytime standing routines at school or home

Children transitioning to independent mobility

Use Case:

Improves posture, weight distribution

Used for standing programs (30–90 minutes/day)

Helps bone growth and digestion

Morecare Example:
✅ iRise CP Standing Frame (Small Size)

🟢 4. Sit-to-Stand Standing Frame
Description:
These allow the child to begin in a seated position and gradually transition to standing, with mechanical or manual assist. Great for caregivers too.

Ideal For:

Children with CP who can sit but not stand independently

Kids needing progressive muscle loading

Users with spasticity or tone fluctuations

Use Case:

Helps in transition therapy

Reduces lifting strain on parents/therapists

Encourages self-initiated movement

Morecare Example:
✅ Morecare Sit-to-Stand Standing Frame

🟣 5. Dynamic Standing Frame / Mobile Stander (Optional Expansion)
Description:
Mobile or dynamic standers let a child move or propel themselves while standing. These are advanced rehab tools.

Ideal For:

Older children with moderate trunk strength

Therapy centers focusing on gait initiation

Children who benefit from upright mobility

Use Case:

Builds confidence and independence

Stimulates cardiovascular system

Enhances play-based therapy

🟤 Custom-Built Standers Based on Assessment
Sometimes, a child’s needs don’t fit into one standard model. In such cases, we offer therapist-guided customization based on:

Height, weight, growth

Type of CP (spastic, athetoid, etc.)

Tone pattern and posture needs

Clinic vs home setting

You can use our Standing Frame Assessment Form to get a suitable recommendation.

⭐ Why Standing Frames Are Essential for Children with CP:
✔ Promotes healthy bone development by weight-bearing

✔ Prevents joint stiffness, scoliosis, and contractures

✔ Aids bladder and bowel function

✔ Improves head control, posture, and trunk balance

✔ Enables eye-level interaction, emotional bonding, and learning

✔ Enhances participation in therapy, play, and classroom settings

🎯 Choosing the Right Standing Frame
The right stander depends on:

Child’s age and diagnosis

Current head/trunk/hip control

Therapy goals (correction, engagement, transition)

Home vs clinic use

Budget and space availability

You can consult our team or fill a quick form to get personalized guidance.