The Role of Trajectory in Memory Seating Functions A basic power seating system (even one with recline, tilt, and sit-to-stand) may not be suitable for many individuals due to range of motion, pain, or health needs. These users require a more specialized series of seat movements (i.e., "kinematics") for safe and comfortable use. If there is not good biomechanical alignment with the seat because of the intermediate positions when moving between seating positions, the effect of having power seating could be harmful rather than beneficial. 11/10/2023 Keep Reading
On-Time Mobility: A Pediatric Framework for the Introduction of Self-Initiated Movement The ON TIME Mobility framework is a critical addition to the profession of wheelchairs and seating, providing principles for intervention. Sabet et al., are leaders in this area and substantiate the mantra that mobility is a human right. Assistive devices may enhance a child's ability to move and provide opportunity for learning and development. There is a plethora of commercially available equipment. Programs such as gobabygo and other initiatives may provide resources for DIY methods to adapt toys or create systems for children. 11/3/2023 Keep Reading
Side Stepping and Suspended Walking Using a Gait Trainer Enhances Walking Ability Willow is working hard on her hip muscle strength in therapy sessions, at home, and at school, but can find it challenging. In therapy sessions, she works with her physical therapist on activities such as side-stepping in the parallel bars but needs hands-on guidance to achieve the correct movement. Her physical therapist thought using the side-stepping feature of the Leckey MyWay+ would enable Willow to work on her muscle strength independently while being properly supported by the chest harness. 10/9/2023 Keep Reading
Reflecting on the Changing Standard of Care for Children with SMA I recently started to think about how the standard care of children with neuromuscular conditions, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) in particular, has changed in such a short space of time. 10/2/2023 Keep Reading
Personalizing Manual Wheelchair Configuration to Enhance Posture, Propulsion, and Shoulder Loading During the 2023 International Seating Symposium preconference, members of the Sunrise Medical clinical education team joined forces with other manufacturers to present "Ultra Lightweight Wheelchair Prescription: The Importance of Getting It Right" (Pedersen et al.). The presentation focused on personalizing wheelchair configuration to optimize posture, propulsion, and function. 9/29/2023 Keep Reading
