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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.

Clinician Interview: Mark R. Schmeler, PhD, OTR/L, ATP

Mark Schmeler is well known in our industry and is currently an Associate Professor / Vice-Chair for Clinical Services & Policy in the Department of Rehabilitation Science & Technology at the University of Pittsburgh.

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.

The Gross Motor Function Classification System

The Gross Motor Function Classification System – Expanded & Revised (GMFCS – E&R) is a tool to measure gross motor function of children and young people with cerebral palsy. This tool is typically used from infancy through 18 years of age.

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.

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.