In our increasingly busy clinical lives, it’s easy to rush through wheelchair and seating assessments, relying on information gleaned from past assessments and solely using
Power assist devices on manual wheelchairs are becoming more and more popular as we become aware of benefits they provide, and new options and designs
When was the last time you considered the pelvic floor in seating and positioning? What is its relationship with the diaphragm and the abdominal muscles?
For people who suffer from mobility impairments, wheelchairs are a welcome relief. They not only help to solve the issue of limited mobility but also
For elderly people or those living with disabilities, mobility impairments often come with a form of social isolation. People who suffer from these conditions usually
Know your chair – Know where it comes from – Know the tools to be used Knowing where your wheelchair was manufactured, will give you
Children learn through movement. Through exploring their environment they learn and develop skills. Movement provides sensory feedback and allows children to discover what their bodies
Programming your power wheelchair for optimal driving can make all the difference in improving independence and safety. For example, a chair that is too sensitive
This guide will help wheelchair users maximise their batteries for long-life and peace of mind when out and about. Click the link below to print
One of the most significant factors to consider when selecting the right power wheelchair is the wheel position. It affects the maneuverability of the wheelchair,
A case study by Kim Owens and Gemma Daly, Occupational Therapists from Middlesbrough Social Services shows that implementation of a 24 hour Postural Care program
Ever struggled to push up a slight slope? Have you sat in your car whilst your kids are at football training? Do you get wrist
Report by Nicola Falconer A recent study has found the presence of chronic lower limb oedema (CLLO) in multiple sclerosis patients (MS) to be 62%
The syllabus was recently released for the International Seating Symposium held last month in Vancouver. One of the more interesting talks that caught our eye
At this year’s International Seating Symposium, one of the stand-out keynote addresses was Michael Boninger on the subject of brain-computer interface (BCI) wheelchair control. The
Recently, the ATSA Daily Living Expo was held at Rosehill Racecourse. It was great to see many end users and therapists in attendance. The atmosphere
