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Maintenance Time! The Dynamic Footrests

Dynamic Seating uses elastomers, springs, and/or hydraulics to absorb force, store energy, and return the client to a starting position. Instead of the wheelchair frame breaking, the dynamic component will wear and require replacement.

Linds Rehabilitation Equipment Named Exclusive Australia Distributor of Seating Dynamics Wheelchair Components

Seating Dynamics announces the appointment of Linds Rehabilitation Equipment as our exclusive distributor for Australia effective 11/2021.

Dynamic Seating: Decreased Energy Consumption and Weight Gain

It has been established that Dynamic Seating absorbs and diffuses force. This intervention is often used to prevent client injury and equipment breakage, as well as to provide movement.

Does the Dynamic Head Support Hardware Require Maintenance?

In prior blogs, we addressed Dynamic Rocker Back interface maintenance and Dynamic Footrest maintenance. Today, we turn our attention to the Seating Dynamics Dynamic Head Support Hardware.

The Dynamic Seating Resistance Relationship: too much, too little, or just right!

Resistance to force allows the dynamic seating component to return to its starting position. If it is too low or too high, the component will not work effectively.

The Importance of Movement within a Wheelchair Seating System

Take a deep dive into why many are unable to move in a wheelchair and why it’s important to offer solutions that provide movement.

Movement as a Human Right

Movement within wheelchair seating is not limited to movement between locations, but movement of the body itself, a right we can’t ignore.

Does 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.

What 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.

FAQ: 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?