Guide for Finding the Best Head Position for Your Client 27/09/2021 Even though we are taught that seating and positioning begins at the pelvis, it is common for people to attempt to reposition a client's head and/or the head support equipment the moment they see the client's head not perfectly positioned at midline. Head supports and components of head supports are important pieces of the seating system puzzle. It is essential that the proper time and considerations are given to selecting these items as a part of the evaluation process. This guide is intended to help complex rehabilitation technology (CRT) provision teams with finding the best position, and subsequently the best equipment, for a client's head. Keep Reading
Comparing Ultra Lightweight Wheelchair Frames 16/08/2021 Seating systems are a vital part of 24-hour postural management programs. They provide a stable and functional position for children to access their surroundings and engage with everyday tasks. However, seating systems are only beneficial if they fit correctly. Keep Reading
Guide to Memory Seat Programming 02/08/2021 The benefits and clinical application of being able to program the end positions of each power seat function angle to create a unique "position" or posture for the client that can be achieved by a push of a button and/or the joystick was reviewed in the Memory Seat Functions Education in Motion resource. In order to allow users to take full advantage of the ability to personalize the memory seating feature available on QUICKIE power wheelchairs with the CxSM module, it is important that the client's wheelchair service provider or clinician program each position individually. This guide provides an easy-to-follow process for memory seat programming. Keep Reading
Memory Seat Functions 05/07/2021 When considering power seat functions, it is important to consider all of the functional activities and tasks that a person needs to perform on a regular basis. Power seat functions and the setup of actuators means that we can program the chair to support and enable function in almost any task. "Memory seat functions" allow the client to program the end positions of each power seat function angle - creating a unique "position" or posture for the client that can be achieved by a push of a button and/or the joystick. The best part about this process is that they can be set up or changes quickly and easily by the therapist through the use of a single switch. Keep Reading
Power Wheelchair Drive Wheel Position 07/05/2021 One of the most important factors to consider when choosing a power wheelchair is the drive wheel position. This decision will impact the chair's performance over obstacles, on hills, at higher speeds, and on uneven terrain. It will also affect access into smaller spaces. Keep Reading
