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Prevent Equipment Breakage Part 2

Dynamic Seating To Prevent Equipment Breakage, Part 2

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Our last blog addressed using dynamic seating to prevent equipment breakage, particularly with clients who exhibit increased muscle tone. These clients often display strong extension, sometimes referred to as an “extensor thrust.” This intermittent and strong force can lead to breakage of the wheelchair seating system and frame.

Prevent Equipment Breakage Part 1

Dynamic Seating To Prevent Equipment Breakage, Part 1

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Dynamic Seating is often used to prevent equipment breakage. Some clients who use wheelchair seating exhibit increased muscle tone. This is common in clients with diagnoses such as cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury and Huntington’s disease.