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ATGR-20105

Seating and Mobility for Function.

This comprehensive program is designed to provide applicable concepts to anyone involved in the assessment and prescription of seating and mobility technology. The focus of discussion will be on principles and biomechanics of seating and wheeled mobility. The assessment process will be reviewed from initial client contact through the final equipment prescription. Special emphasis will be placed on the value of the “hands on” assessment as well as on how to translate the assessment findings into necessary product parameters. Considerations for the selection of seat cushions, using a clinical and scientific approach, as well as back supports and manual mobility will be reviewed. Case studies as well as interactive discussion will emphasize the importance of using this approach as we strive to justify and be accountable for everything prescribed. This course will facilitate critical thinking and assist therapists in confident decision-making, clear documentation and positive objective outcomes.

Learning Objectives:
1. Discuss the goals of seating and/or mobility
2. Explain normal vs. deviated postures and their relationship with function & skin
3. Discuss best practices in the management of decubitus ulcers related to seating
4. Explain the importance of “The hands on assessment” – supine and sitting
5. Explain the importance of accurate measuring and set up
6. Translate assessment findings into equipment parameters
7. Understand the hierarchy of product selection from off the shelf to custom
8. Evaluate product using a scientific and clinical approach

Course Timeline:
8:00 – 8:30 Registration - Introductions, review agenda and materials

8:30 – 8:45 Goals of seating and mobility

8:45 – 10:00 Normal vs. deviated postures and their relationship with function and skin

10:00 – 10:15 Break

10:15 – 10:45 Best practices in the management of decubitus ulcers Are we identifying “at risk” clients?

10:45 – 11:00 Brief review

11:00 – 12:00 Who is on your assessment team? “The mat assessment” Why we should bother!

12:00 – 1:00 Lunch

1:00 – 1:30 “The mat assessment” - supine and sitting continued Hands on Lab (if environment is suitable) – Participants will do evaluations on each other or on clients depending on level of program The importance of accurate measuring technique Wheelchair seating set up for performance as applicable

1:30 – 2:00 Formulating the assessment findings to develop objectives

2:00 – 3:00 Translating assessment findings into product parameters Evaluate product using a scientific and clinical approach

3:00 – 3:15 Break

3:15 – 4:15 Understand the hierarchy of product selection from off the shelf to custom

4:15 - 4:30 Questions and completion of evaluation forms
7 contact hours - $75.00

Where:
May 11
Hilton Garden Inn
3045 Windy Hill Road
Atlanta, GA 30339
770-953-8850

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    Miamisburg, OH 45342

    “Presented by Sharon Pratt, PT, Director of Education
    Sunrise Medical”











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    John “Jay” Doherty, OTR, ATP
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    Michelle L. Lange, OTR, ABDA, ATP
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    Claudia Amortegui, MBA
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    PRESENTERS

    John “Jay” Doherty, OTR, ATP
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    Sharon Pratt, PT
    ATGR-20105
    Seating and Mobility for Function.