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p22 Scooot User Manual
SECTION 11: Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I know if Scooot is suitable
for my child?
Scooot is an early mobility product,
designed to provide children with a
fun experience and the opportunity
for independent movement. Scooot
has been designed for children
ranging from approximately 2-6
years old (depending on their
size) and Gross Motor Function
Classification System (GMFCS) levels
I - IV, depending on their level of
development.
Your child will get the most out of
their Scooot (in all configurations) if
they are able to hold their own head
up, and have a reasonable level of
trunk control which means they can
floor sit with a little pelvic support.
Your child will find it difficult to use
Scooot in any configuration if they
have limited head and trunk control
or sitting ability.
However, your child's abilities may
still be emerging, so they may be
able to manage a short time in
Scooot before getting tired.
That's OK. Go at their pace,
and they may soon build the
skills and stamina needed.
For more information on using the
Scooot, please see our videos online
at www.fireflyfriends.com.
2. Are there any reasons not to
use Scooot?
If your child has extremes of tone,
or had certain types of surgery (for
tight hamstrings, for example), we
recommend that you seek advice
from your physical therapist and/or
physician.
3. How long should my child
use Scooot?
This may vary depending on your
child's abilities, their mood and the
time of day. Be guided by your child,
but avoid letting them become too
fatigued as this may impact on their
abilities in other daily activities.
4. How many times per week
should I use Scooot?
Your child may enjoy using Scooot
frequently, in which case daily-use
may be appropriate. If they have
emerging postural skills or sensory
issues, you may find that you need
to go more slowly.
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