Evaluation, Simulation, and Dynamic Seating Trials
Recently a therapist asked me how she could recommend Dynamic Seating components if she didn’t actually try these with a client. Great question! It is not typically realistic to conduct Dynamic Seating trials as one would need to place Dynamic Seating components on a client’s wheelchair for trial and often the frame would need to be modified to accept these components.
LIVE CEU March 18: Introduction to Dynamic Seating for Wheelchairs
Join OT Michelle Lange for An Introduction to Dynamic Seating for Wheelchairs with IACET CEUs provided by NRRTS as an authorized provider.
LIVE CEU June 17: Positioning the Head
Join OT Michelle Lange for Positioning the Head to explore strategies beyond the head support of a wheelchair, including specific positioning interventions and addressing visual issues.
Positioning the Head: some general strategies
Many wheelchair users have decreased head control and may sit with the head in a suboptimal position. An upright and aligned head position is critical for vision, breathing and swallow. Numerous strategies may be employed to optimize head control and position.
Can Your Wheelchair Move Like This?
Watch this quick overview of how dynamic seating can work for wheelchair users, and the clinical benefits it provides through movement.
LIVE CEU September 9: Muscle Tone and Tone Management: Dynamic Seating Intervention
Join OT Michelle Lange for this free CEU accredited webinar on Muscle Tone and Tone Management: Dynamic Seating Intervention.
Lochlann – Supporting Extensor Tone
Lochlann has strong extension and dystonia and also seeks out movement. A dynamic back and dynamic head support diffuse these forces and allow movement.
Quick Class: Maintaining Posture in a Wheelchair by Providing Movement with Dynamic Seating
Explore why clients lose their posture in a wheelchair & how Dynamic Seating can help.
What is Dynamic Seating? A Definition
Our most-read blog is one that defines Dynamic Seating. That initial blog was posted about 4 years ago, so we wanted to revisit this foundational topic.
Tech Tip: Seating Dynamics Pad Adapter Install
In this quick tip, JJ illustrates how to use the swing away function on Dynamic and Static Footrests. This feature allows you “swing away” and even remove, if necessary, the footrests.
