Clinician Interview: Brain Power!
I had the privilege to present with a group of colleagues on Dynamic Seating at the International Seating Symposium last year. One of my co-presenters was Suzanne Eason, OT/L who works at St. Mary’s Home in Virginia. Suzanne is very interested in the impact of movement on brain development. I recently had a conversation with my friend.
Read MorePeanut 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.
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This seminar on Dynamic Seating was presented by Michelle L. Lange, OTR/L, ABDA, ATP/SMS for OccupationalTherapy.com on 11/22/17.
Read MoreBread and Butter: Dynamic Backs and Pelvic Positioning Belts
Just like Bread and Butter, Dynamic Backs and Pelvic Positioning Belts go together. Dynamic Backs are designed to allow movement at the pelvis and torso in response to client force and then return the client to a neutral starting position. A key component is the pelvic positioning belt, which is designed to maintain the pelvis in as neutral a position as possible in relation to the seating system. When that seating system moves, the pelvic belt is even more critical in maintaining pelvic position.
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Watch on demand, Positioning the Head, a 2017 International Seating Symposium recorded course from Michelle L. Lange, OTR/L, ABDA, ATP/SMS.
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Watch on demand, Dynamic Seating, as presented by Michelle L. Lange, OTR/L, ABDA, ATP/SMS for HomeCEUConnection, 2016.
Read MorePositioning vs. Restraint – Frequently Asked Questions
Dynamic Seating also requires the use of secondary supports, including Pelvic Positioning Belts and Foot straps. These secondary supports may…
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