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Foot Support Ring

Foot Support Ring

Plinth Medical

Medical furniture accessory
  • Manufactured in the UK by Plinth Medical Ltd, which operates quality management systems for its clinical furniture and accessories.
  • Designed as part of Plinth Medical’s CE Marked seating solutions, produced to meet applicable UK and EU requirements for medical and clinical furniture when used as part of the complete chair or stool assembly.
Foot support ring for clinical chairs and stools

Description

The Plinth Medical Foot Support Ring (Model 1124) is an optional accessory designed to fit high clinical chairs and stools in the Plinth Medical seating range, including selected premium, deluxe and Harris support chairs and stools. The circular ring is mounted around the gas strut or column of the chair to provide a comfortable and stable footrest for clinicians when working at elevated seat heights. It improves user comfort and posture by supporting the feet and legs, particularly during prolonged seated procedures in clinical and laboratory environments.

Bnefits

  • Provides a stable footrest for clinicians when working at higher seat positions on high chairs and stools.
  • Promotes improved posture and comfort by supporting the feet and reducing strain on legs and lower back during prolonged sitting.
  • Designed specifically to fit Plinth Medical high chairs and stools, ensuring secure and compatible installation.
  • Helps users maintain balance and stability when the chair is adjusted to a high working height.
  • Durable construction suitable for frequent use in busy clinical environments.
  • Smooth, wipe-clean surfaces support good infection-control practices.

Indications

  • Optional accessory for Plinth Medical high chairs and stools where additional foot support is required.
  • Use in clinical areas such as hospitals, outpatient departments, GP surgeries, dental surgeries, ultrasound rooms and laboratories.
  • Recommended for clinicians who spend extended periods seated at elevated heights and require additional lower-limb support.

Composition

  • Circular metal foot ring sized to fit around the chair or stool column on compatible Plinth Medical seating models.
  • Mounting hardware and clamps to secure the ring at the appropriate height on the chair base or gas strut.
  • Finished external surfaces designed to be smooth and wipe-clean for use in clinical environments.

Formulation

  • Device type: mechanical foot support ring accessory for high clinical chairs and stools.
  • Compatibility: Plinth Medical high chairs and stools, including premium, deluxe, Harris support and sonography seating where Model 1124 is specified as a fitted or optional accessory.
  • Configuration: single circular ring with adjustable mounting position around the chair column.
  • Intended use: to provide a footrest for the user at elevated seat heights.

Packaging

  • Supplied as a single accessory unit (one foot support ring) intended for installation on one compatible chair or stool.
  • Packed in a protective carton or box with padding or wrap to prevent damage during transport.
  • Packaging labelled with Plinth Medical branding, product name, model number (1124) and compatibility information for high chairs and stools.

Usage

  • Ensure the foot support ring is installed only on compatible Plinth Medical high chairs and stools, following installation instructions provided by Plinth Medical or an authorised service technician.
  • Before first use, confirm that the ring is securely fixed at a suitable height and that it does not interfere with the safe operation of the chair base or castors.
  • When seated, rest the feet comfortably on the ring to support the legs and improve posture while working at higher seat positions.
  • Avoid standing fully on the ring or using it as a step; it is designed as a footrest for seated users only.
  • Periodically check the ring and its mounting hardware for signs of wear, loosening or damage, and tighten or replace components as necessary.
  • Clean the foot support ring regularly using a manufacturer-approved cleaning or disinfectant solution in line with local infection-control policies.
  • Do not attempt to modify or structurally alter the ring; contact Plinth Medical or an authorised service provider for repairs or adjustments.

Contraindications

  • Do not install on non-compatible chairs or stools, or on products from other manufacturers, unless compatibility is confirmed by Plinth Medical.
  • Do not use the chair or stool if the foot support ring appears loose, damaged or unstable.
  • Not designed to bear full body weight; users should not stand or climb on the ring.
  • Do not use as a patient support or transfer aid.

Adverse Effects

  • Improper installation or loosening over time may increase the risk of instability or minor slips when users rest their feet on the ring.
  • If used as a step or stood on inappropriately, there is an increased risk of falls or mechanical damage.
  • Clutter or obstruction around the chair base may increase the chance of users catching their feet on the ring if they do not maintain awareness of its position.

Storage Conditions

  • Normally remains installed on the compatible chair or stool; no special storage conditions are required beyond those recommended for the seating product.
  • If stored separately, keep in a clean, dry indoor environment away from corrosive substances and excessive moisture.
  • Avoid impact, bending or stacking heavy objects on the ring to prevent deformation or damage.
  • Store and use within typical room temperatures for clinical environments; avoid prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures or humidity.

Duration

Not applicable; this is a reusable mechanical accessory intended for long-term use over the service life of the compatible chair or stool, subject to regular inspection and maintenance.

Onset

Immediate mechanical support; the accessory provides foot support as soon as it is installed and used.

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