The Science behind the Wedge
The Wedge has been shown in evidence-based, peer-reviewed research to enhance optimal spinal development. The Wedge ensures:
Optimal seating position in the pram for spinal development in infants and helps prevent bad posture
Correct fine and gross motor skill development, which is affected by correct spinal development
“Eyas have created a simple solution that not only improves a child’s spinal position, but allows them to further interact with the world around them.
”
Peer-reviewed evidence base
“In order to address the ergonomics of seating… 90-100° of hip flexion is critical”
Occupational Therapist, Lead of Kidz Occupational Therapy, UK
“Optimal seating position to achieve lowest pressure on intervertebral discs is backrest at 90° (and hip flexion at 100°) – important to avoid long term spinal problems”
“Bad posture at early ages can lead to permanent changes in spinal alignment later”
“A child’s seating position may have a significant impact on their fine and gross motor skills”
“Children’s seating has implications for the students’ learning productivity”
“and students’ comfort in the study environment”
“After 6 months old, the lumbar and cervical spine lordosis starts to develop - this implies, that a concave base is not suitable for sitting”
AGR (Association for healthier backs)