Firefly GottaGo - Precautions and Contraindications; Cleaning and Care Information

p8 GottaGo User Manual
SECTION 06:
Precautions and
Contraindications
Precautions
The GottaGo may not be suitable for
children and young people with the
following presentations:
• Fixed spinal deformities such as
scoliosis or kyphosis
• Severe muscle contractures
• Severe muscular or skeletal
asymmetry (differences between
left and right sides of the body)
including hip dislocation
• Progressive and muscle wasting
conditions
• High risk of bone fractures
• High risk of pressure related injury
or open sores
• Strong, uncontrolled movement
patterns
• Children dependent on the use
of percutaneous endoscopic
gastrostomy
• Medical instability including
compromised respiratory function
• Dependant on 3rd party
lifesustaining apparatus such as
oxygen tanks
• Learning disabilities and/or
behavioural issues
Contraindications
There are no contraindications
associated with the GottaGo.
SECTION 07: Cleaning
and Care Information
When cleaning GottaGo we
recommend that you use warm water
and non-abrasive detergents, never
use organic solvents or dry cleaning
uids.
The safety belt and foot straps can
be removed and cleaned with warm
soapy water when required.
Soap and water or antibacterial spray
can be used for cleaning the frame, do
not use solvents when cleaning the
frame.
Children should not be
left unattended in their
GottaGo toilet seat at
any time, as they could be at
risk of injuring themselves.
Care should be taken when
unfolding the frame as hands
are in close proximity to
moving parts.