Justification of a Gemino 30 Rollator in Parkinson's disease 07/07/2023 Symptoms typical of Parkinson's disease include stiff muscles (rigor), movement disorders (akinesia, hypokinesia, bradykinesia), uncontrollable tremors and a stooped posture; all contributing towards reduced balance and function. Additional symptoms can include speaking and swallowing difficulties, disturbances in blood pressure, digestion, sleep, and mental impacts including depression and dementia.To address these presentations, a rollator is commonly prescribed for falls prevention and to prevent secondary effects of advanced age, inactivity or previous falls. Keep Reading
Boarding Soon: Wheelchairs on Commercial Aircraft 03/01/2023 There have been efforts to make positive changes for flying with a wheelchair with input from consumer groups like the Paralyzed Veterans of America and United Spinal, as well as several airlines, RESNA, in-cabin manufacturers, and governmental agencies. Keep Reading
When Is the Right Time to Prescribe a Walking Frame? 29/04/2022 As a pediatric physiotherapist, one of the most frequent questions parents ask me is, "Is my child going to walk?" Naturally, it's up there as one of the most emotive topics. The dream of seeing their child take their first steps is something that all parents hope to witness. It's a highly emotive topic for us physiotherapists, too. Keep Reading
Who Needs Anterior Head Supports? 23/02/2022 Head supports come in a range of shapes, sizes, and configurations. A well-designed head support provides comfort, stability, and alignment of the head and neck, enabling socialization and communication whilst keeping the airway safe for breathing and swallowing.We are often asked by parents, therapists, teachers, and carers what supports can be used to position the head upright. Anterior head supports may seem like they could work, but I usually try to start with other options to correct posture before considering an anterior head support. Keep Reading
How to Select a Dependent Mobility Device: Reviewing Options 17/01/2022 In many cases, recommending a mobility device for an infant who is dependent on a caregiver to be moved from place to place is straightforward. After all, a six-month old with or without a neuromuscular disorder is expected to need a buggy for mobility in the community. As babies grow into toddlers, preschoolers, children, and through adolescence, the decision between a dependent and independent mobility device for an individual with disabilities can become a bit more complex. If you haven't done so already, be sure to read How to Select a Dependent Mobility Device: Identifying Needs.At the end of Part 1 of this series, Linda mentioned that there are three overarching categories of dependent mobility devices: adaptive strollers, transport wheelchairs, and manual wheelchairs (tilt-in-space and standard). In this post, we are going to take a closer look at the two categories of dependent mobility devices that can fall under the umbrella of complex rehab technology (CRT): adaptive strollers and manual wheelchairs. Keep Reading
