Kylie’s Dynamic Footrests Diffuse Extension
When Kylie used to push on her footplates, her entire body extended and she moved out of position in relation to her seating system. With Dynamic Footrests, the footrests move in response to her force and so she remains in a seated position.
Continue ReadingJoe’s Dynamic Footrests
Joe has cerebral palsy and dystonia. His Dynamic Rocker Back interface, in combination with his Dynamic Footrests, allow him to move, prevent breakage, and maintain his posture within the seating system.
Continue ReadingThe impact of Dynamic Seating on power wheelchair driving
Carl explains why it was difficult for him to drive his previous power wheelchair and how dynamic seating has improved his ability to drive his new power wheelchair.
Continue ReadingCarl before and after Dynamic Seating
Carl uses a molded seating systems with power wheelchair. See how Dynamic Seating improves both his positioning and function.
Continue ReadingInhibiting Max’s Strong Neck Extension with Dynamic Head Support Hardware
Max is an adult with cerebral palsy and significant extensor tone. His Baclofen pump was recently removed secondary to an infection. This has led to strong neck hyperextension and rotation.
Continue ReadingDoes Dynamic Seating Increase Shear?
In wheelchair seating, shear occurs when the client’s body tissues move in relation to the surfaces of the seating system. This can occur during transfers, movement within the seating system, or movement of the seating system or wheelchair frame.
Continue ReadingNow Available: Lateral Knee Pad for Dynamic Footrest
Seating Dynamics is excited to offer a new product, a Lateral Knee Pad for our Dynamic Footrests!
Continue ReadingWhat are Movement Disorders?
This is the second blog in a series on muscle tone and positioning. Many people with increased muscle tone also demonstrate various movement disorders. Let’s take a look.
Continue ReadingFAQ: Where’s the Ball?
When ordering or receiving Dynamic Head Support Hardware, many people ask us “Where’s the Ball?” Most head supports (or headrests) use a ball between the head pad and the mounting hardware. Seating Dynamics does not. Why?
Continue ReadingFAQs: Dynamic Rocker Back interface Compatibility and Installation
Some of our most frequently asked questions have to do with Compatibility and Installation of the Dynamic Rocker Back interface (DRBi). Let’s take a look at the questions you have been asking and our answers.
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