Kaye Products Posture Control Walkers/Gait Trainers are usually coded as E8000 or E1399

Here is some information describing the many differences between a Kaye PCW/GT and a standard walker.

Kaye Walker/Gait Trainer                                   vs

Rollator or Standard Wheeled Walker

Features:
  1. Center of gravity within the base of support.
  2. Handgrip placement improves shoulder girdle and upper extremity position.
  3. Posterior support allows for smooth gait by pulling, rather than pushing, the device.
  4. Accepts multiple positioning options
    • Forearm Supports
    • Pelvic Stabilizer
    • Extensor Assist
    • Abductor
    • Suspension Frame
    • Soft Sling Support
  5. Depth and width of frame are proportional to user height for proper support and fit.
  6. Support bars strategically placed to prompt stride.
  7. Rehabilitative and developmental platform.
Features:
  1. Designed solely for anterior use.
  2. Limited positioning options.

See the diagram above for specific technical details. Click to Enlarge.

The following are descriptions of Gait Trainers from the NCART Gait Trainer Funding Guide. Kaye PCW/GTs clearly match the descriptions of E8000 (B and H Frame) and E8002 (Y Frame).

Gait Trainer with Posterior Support (E8000)
Gait trainer, pediatric size, posterior support, includes all accessories and components.
Walking with support at back/posterior surface of the body. Accessories and components may provide weight bearing assist (static or dynamic), and specific positioning of trunk, pelvis, legs, arms, and head as indicated by child’s diagnosis and as justified for their condition.

Gait trainer with Anterior Support (E8002)
Gait trainer, pediatric size, anterior support, includes all accessories and components.
Walking with support on stomach/anterior surface of body. Accessories and components may provide weight bearing assist (static or dynamic), and specific positioning of trunk, pelvis, legs, arms, and/or head as indicated by child’s diagnosis and as justified for their condition.

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