Clinician Interview: Becky Breaux, MS, OTR/L, ATP
Becky Breaux is a research senior instructor / assistive technology specialist at the Assistive Technology Clinic, part of the Center for Inclusive Design and Engineering (CIDE) at the University of Colorado in Denver.
How Young Is Too Young? Dynamic Seating and Age
In a previous blog , we addressed how to accommodate client growth when using Dynamic Seating components. In this blog, we will address how early Dynamic Seating should be introduced with our youngest clients.
Supplier Interview: Andy Foster, OTR, ATP, CRTS
Andy has been in the Seating and Mobility field for about 25 years. Growing up in Jackson, WY as a pastor’s kid, he helped out with the Special Olympics.
Why Don’t We Use Sub-ASIS Bars Anymore?
Sub-ASIS bars are still available, though certainly not used frequently. To the point that a seating and wheeled mobility specialist could be shunned for using one. Why? What changed?
Changing Medical Presentation Can Mean Changing Seating Needs
I often say that the only constant in the clients that I serve is CHANGE. I work mostly in pediatrics, so kids tend to grow and, as a result, outgrow their equipment. In kids, however, we have to deal with more change than simple linear growth.
Lock Out Feature | Dynamic Head Support for Wheelchairs
The Dynamic Head Support for wheelchairs can now be locked-out to limit head movement when desired, such as during transportation. Learn more about this helpful feature.
Clinician Stories: An Interview with Christine G. Dale, OTR/L, ATP
Christine (Chris) is the Director of Therapy Services at North Mississippi Regional Center. She has been practicing for nearly 50 years and loves what she does!
Top 10 Dynamic Seating for Wheelchairs Resources from 2022
From CEUs to FAQs to blogs, take a look back at 2022 and see what Dynamic Seating for wheelchairs resources our community found most helpful this past year.
Don’t Jump to a Solution Without Knowing What the Problem is! Part 3: the Clinicians
In Part 2 of this Blog series, we discussed the Supplier and how their knowledge of CRT equipment and the reimbursement process can help identify the best Solution. Part 3 presents the Clinician and their unique role on the team in determining optimal Solutions.
Don’t Jump to a Solution Without Knowing What the Problem is! Part 2: the ATP/Supplier
In Part 1 of this Blog series, we discussed the Client and Caregivers and how they can help identify the Problem that needs a Solution. Part 2 presents the Supplier and their role on the team in determining a Solution.