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Seating Dynamics Dynamic Rocker Back interface changes

Seating Dynamics is always looking for a way to improve our products. The latch plate is now red and labeled to improve appropriate use of the locking feature. Product Info: https://www.seatingdynamics.com/dynamic-rockerback/ Case Study / Blog: https://www.seatingdynamics.com/2018/05/30/the-dynamic-rocker-back-interface-when-should-i-lock-it-out/

Seating Dynamics Dynamic Rocker Back Interface (DRBi) provides movement

The Dynamic Rocker Back Interface moves in response to client forces and then returns the client to an upright and neutral starting position. The DRBi reduces client injury, equipment breakage, and extensor forces, as well as provides movement. Product Info: https://www.seatingdynamics.com/dynamic-rockerback/ Cast Study / Blog: https://www.seatingdynamics.com/2016/10/17/3-reasons-provide-dynamic-posterior-movement-trunk-pelvis/

Dynamic Stories: An interview with Daniel’s Mom

Daniel is a 17 year old young man with the diagnosis of cerebral palsy. He has been successfully using dynamic seating for over 5 years now. He started with a Kids Rock dynamic manual wheelchair. He currently uses a tilt in space manual wheelchair with a dynamic rocker back and dynamic footrests. I sat down with his Mom, Mary, to ask her some questions.

Dynamic Stories: Time to Rock and Not Roll

Phillip is a mover and a shaker – literally! This adult with developmental disabilities likes to move. He lives at a residential facility in Delaware. Years of rocking in his manual wheelchairs have left a trail of destruction. He has broken seating systems, mounting hardware, and wheelchair frames as a result of repeated and often strong movements.

Seating Dynamics Dynamic Rocker Back interface demonstration

This video demonstrates how the elastomer is compressed, absorbing forces, and then returns the back to upright. Product Info: https://www.seatingdynamics.com/dynamic-rockerback/ Cast Study / Blog: https://www.seatingdynamics.com/2016/10/17/3-reasons-provide-dynamic-posterior-movement-trunk-pelvis/

Lowering Agitation in High Tone Individuals with Dynamic Seating – A Supplier Interview with JJ Waldrop

Supplier JJ Waldrop has worked for National Seating and Mobility in Richmond, Virginia for about 5 years now and has been using Dynamic Seating for even longer. He often works with Suzanne Eason, OT/L at St. Mary’s Home. JJ was kind enough to spend some time with me on the phone recently and we had a great conversation!

Amanda “Rocks” Her Wheelchair for a Walk – an interview with Tamara Kittelson-Aldred

Tamara Kittelson-Aldred, M.S., OTR/L, ATP/SMS is an Occupational Therapist in Montana who has been practicing for more than 40 years! She has been using Dynamic Seating with the clients she serves for 10 – 15 years now. Tamara and I talked about her experiences with Dynamic Seating, particularly with one of her clients, Amanda.

FAQ: Can Dynamic Seating be used on a Power Wheelchair? Yes! But when is it appropriate?

Dynamic Seating can be used successfully on a power wheelchair, though there are unique parameters which must be considered.

Bread and Butter: Dynamic Backs and Pelvic Positioning Belts

Michelle Lange discusses why it is critical to use a pelvic positioning belt with a Dynamic Back and how to address objections in a restraint-free environment.

Combining Dynamic Seating Components for increased impact

Seating Dynamics Dynamic Rocker Back interface, Dynamic Footrests, and Dynamic Head Support Hardware can be combined to provide movement in multiple areas to meet an individual’s needs. Product Info: https://www.seatingdynamics.com/dynamic-seating/ Case Study / Blog: https://www.seatingdynamics.com/2017/06/06/advantages-modular-dynamic-seating-systems/