Cushion Properties 21/04/2020 This resource explains the technology used in cushions and the clinical application that should be considered when choosing a cushion. Examples of cushions which demonstrate these properties are also provided, however all cushions use these properties and are key to making your cushion selection. Keep Reading
Wheelchair assessment measuring guide 17/02/2020 Taking proper and accurate measurements of the client is an essential part of the seating and wheeled mobility equipment provision process.The PDF resource "Wheelchair Assessment Measuring Guide" below highlights 14 of the most commonly used measures. Keep Reading
Pelvic & Spinal Postures 07/01/2020 This month we have a new resource showing sitting pelvic positions in all anatomical planes and associated spinal postures. It includes typical clinical and equipment factors in each posture. Because we feel this will be an excellent resource for prescribers it is available on our website as a free printable PDF. Keep Reading
Powered mobility devices assessment and cognitive impairment: a systematic review 20/11/2019 Often, when we evaluate a powered mobility device (PMD) for a child with disabilities, as well as motor issues we must also consider cognitive issues. Many clinicians ask themselves how to get around these issues, and often ask certain questions:Can children with cognitive impairments access these mobility technologies? Are there tools that can help clinicians in the evaluation of powered mobility devices? What are the tricks you can use to personalise the power wheelchair (PWC) and improve safety?This position paper aims to answer these questions via a systematic review of the scientific literature, and accompanying discussion of the results. Keep Reading
Can powered wheelchairs really support 24 hour positioning? 01/11/2019 Is a separate static seat the best answer to daytime postural management? Sometimes. But, sometimes the seating functions of modern high specification powered wheelchairs can meet a client’s postural management needs. Where powered seating is a suitable option for primary seating throughout the day, the client can achieve additional benefits of less transfers, more independence and a reduction in the overall amount of equipment in a home environment.In this printable PDF infographic, one of the members of Sunrise Medical UK’s clinical team shows how current clinical guidelines can support the use of powered seating to meet postural management needs. Keep Reading
