Posts Tagged ‘Dynamic Rocker Back Interface’
Using the PN 6100 Back Cane Saw and Drill Jig to prepare to install the DRBi
Some wheelchairs are available with the DRBi already installed. Otherwise, you will need to install the Dynamic Rocker Back by shortening the back-canes by a few inches to achieve the desired back height. We have created a tool, the PN 6100, to help do just this. For written instructions, visit https://www.seatingdynamics.com/how-to-install-dynamic-rocker-back/
Continue ReadingDynamic Seating for Wheelchairs – Dynamic Components in Motion
Seating Dynamics offers a Dynamic Rocker Back Interface, Dynamic Footrests and Dynamic Head Support Hardware which are compatible with most manual and power wheelchairs. These add-on wheelchair components provide and support movement within a wheelchair throughout the body. Dynamic Seating serves as a solution to a variety of wheelchair seating challenges and can help: To…
Continue ReadingHow Much is too Much? Choosing Resistance.
The Dynamic Rocker Back Interface (DRBi) moves in response to client force as two elastomers are compressed. The energy stored in the elastomers helps the client to return to an upright starting position. These elastomers can be switched to change the level of resistance.
Continue ReadingNumotion: Dynamic Seating: Protecting Both Client and Equipment from Harm
This presentation, Dynamic Seating: protecting both client and equipment from harm, was given by Michelle L. Lange, OTR/L, ABDA, ATP/SMS for Numotion on 8/21/18.
Continue ReadingDynamic Seating & Self-Propulsion: An interview with Joe Gilkerson
Joe Gilkerson, ATP, works with Numotion in Salisbury, Maryland. I had a wonderful phone conversation with him recently in which he shared some dynamic seating experiences he has had with one of his clients, Blake and his journey to self propulsion.
Continue ReadingPhillip: an update on Dynamic Seating and Supporting Movement
Phillip is a 61 year old man who resides at the Mary Campbell Center in Wilmington, DE. We featured Phillip in a blog in October of 2017. I had the opportunity to work with Phillip in May of 2017 and recommended Dynamic Seating components at the knees, back, and head. I wanted to catch up with his physical therapist, Diana Hoopes, to see how he is doing.
Continue ReadingBack Cane Saw & Drill Jig Simplifies DRBi Installation
Seating Dynamics Dynamic Rocker Back interface (DRBi) provides movement in response to client forces. These forces are stored and then return the client to a neutral starting position. This Dynamic Back has many clinical applications, but first it must be correctly mounted to a wheelchair base.
Continue ReadingThe Label Game – which clients use Dynamic Seating?
Michelle L. Lange, OTR/L, ABDA, ATP/SMS When I first began working with clients more than 30 years ago (yikes!), I saw many children with the diagnosis of cerebral palsy. Cerebral palsy is an umbrella diagnosis with many other diagnoses residing underneath. As the practice of medicine has progressed, many children have more specific diagnoses thanks…
Continue ReadingAllowing Movement Of The Pelvis Without Loss Of Position
Seating Dynamics explains how dynamic pelvic components allow clients to tilt their pelvis forward and return upright to a neutral position.
Continue ReadingFAQ: Can Dynamic Seating be used on a Power Wheelchair? Yes! Let’s Talk Compatibility.
One question he is asked frequently is whether Dynamic Seating can be used on a power wheelchair.
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