- At times my child won't participate and just lifts him legs. How can I make him support himself? - How do I use the TAOS as a stander? The cords are used to help with walking as well as insuring the child is weight bearing. Proper adjustment will help in correct walking as well as using the TAOS as a stander. If you see both knees coming forward to lifting the feet off the ground you need to tighten the rear cords. Ideally the cords should be adjusted so that the knees are directly below the hips. However many children are unable to straighten their knees to this degree. You can stretch the hamstrings by making the rear cords a little tighter. If you see both ankles going to the rear to avoid weight bearing you need to tighten the front cord. Ideally the cord should be adjusted so that the ankles are directly below the hips. If the cord is too tight it will make it hard to lean forward to initiate gait. Usually the front cords will require little adjustment once you get them set properly. If you make both cords too tight walking will be difficult. You will see the child struggle to swing a leg through because the rear cord is holding them back. They will then overcome the cord and rapidly swing through. Usually this is an indication that the rear cords are too tight. If you wish to use the TAOS as a stander you can intentionally overtighten the rear cords.