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Peanut Butter and Jelly: Dynamic Footrests and Securing the Feet
In a recent blog, we discussed how, just like Bread and Butter, use of a Dynamic Back requires the use of a Pelvic Positioning Belt to maintain the position of the pelvis during movement of the Dynamic Back. Well, just like Peanut Butter and Jelly, use of Dynamic Footrests requires the feet to be secured in order for client forces to activate this dynamic component.
Continue ReadingOil and Water – Do Molded Backs and Dynamic Seating Mix?
Oil and water don’t mix well and we often assume that molded seating and movement don’t mix either. Why? Well, a molded seat or back provides very intimate contact with the client’s body. If, for example, the seat to back angle changes, this can change the alignment of the client in relation to these intimate contours.
Continue ReadingDynamic Seating for Persons with Spinal Cord Injury
When I say, “Dynamic Seating”, you may immediately think of clients who have a lot of tone and are breaking equipment. Dynamic Seating is often used to prevent equipment damage, but has other applications, as well. As a matter of fact, Dynamic Seating is being used more and more with people who have a spinal cord injury.
Continue ReadingCan Dynamic Seating Prevent Client Injury?
Our past two blogs have addressed clinical benefits of Dynamic Seating, specifically the evidence for Dynamic Seating improving Postural Control and Function. Several of our past blogs have addressed using Dynamic Seating to prevent client injury, typically by exploring specific case studies. In this blog, we will take a look at the evidence for this clinical benefit.
Continue Reading3 Reasons to Provide Dynamic Posterior Movement of the Trunk and Pelvis
Seating Dynamics explains how a dynamic back rest provides clients with posterior trunk and pelvis movement.
Continue ReadingDynamic Seating Provides Anterior Movement Of The Trunk – Part 2
Our last blog addressed dynamic seating used to provide posterior movement of the trunk. Anterior movement of the trunk can also be facilitated.
Continue ReadingMaintaining Head Support Position – let’s do the math!
I see a lot of clients for head positioning in their wheelchair seating system. This requires a thorough seating assessment, as well as providing the best product. Even if I choose what I believe to be the very best head support for a client, I find that maintaining the position of that support is a challenge. I continually find that the hardware has moved, often resulting in a sub-optimal head position for the client.
Continue ReadingDynamic Seating to Provide Vestibular Input, Part 2
Our last blog discussed how dynamic seating can provide vestibular input for clients. Vestibular input can, in turn, calm agitated clients and help sub-aroused clients be more alert. Movement can also increase comfort and general muscle activity.
Continue ReadingThe Importance of Movement for All
Movement is normal. We are born moving and continue to do so our entire life. Our bodies are designed to move – it is actually easier to move than to stay still! When movement is prevented or restricted, we experience negative physiological effects. Movement is a good thing, however many of us are not moving enough.
Continue ReadingUsing Dynamic Seating To Diffuse Force And Reduce Overall Extension
As discussed in our last 2 blogs, dynamic seating is commonly used to prevent breakage of the wheelchair seating system and frame. Another common application of dynamic seating is to diffuse force and reduce overall extension.
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