The intricacies of manual wheelchair measurement and configuration to improve mobility. By Kirsten Davin OTD, OTR/L, ATP, SMS It’s difficult to overstate the importance of accurately configuring a wheelchair to meet the needs of a client. A manual wheelchair that is well fit to the user will often result in greater independence, improved performance in activities of […]
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A clinical program coordinator at Gaylord Specialty Healthcare offers insight into HCPCS cushion codes to help get your clients the right seating.
by Jillian Cacopardo, MPT, ATP/SMS | Photos by Karen Ingham Like snowflakes, each of our bodies is unique. And when it comes to sitting, the same holds true for our backsides. In the seating and mobility world, many factors are involved in getting our wheelchair clients in the proper seating system. What works well for […]
What is the importance of accurately configuring a manual wheelchair to meet the needs of a client?
Accurately configuring a manual wheelchair to meet the specific needs of a client is extremely important for several reasons: Enhancing comfort and function: A properly configured manual wheelchair can enhance the comfort and function of the user. This can lead to improved mobility, greater independence, and increased participation in activities of daily living. Reducing the […]
Study shows a direct link between cognitive decline and sleep apnea.
Cognitive decline may be caused by untreated sleep problems. FG Trade/Getty Images Studies have shown that sleep apnea may cause cognitive impairment. This research is unusual in that all participants were healthy and had no comorbidities. A study has shown that cognitive decline due to obstructive sleeping apnea in men can start as early as middle-age. […]
ALS Home Modification: The Time is Now
Occupational therapists are highly skilled healthcare professionals who help clients improve their quality of living by treating mental and physical dysfunctions. These skills are complemented by specialization in accessibility design. We strive to help our clients function safely and independently in their homes, at work, and in their local communities. As OTs, our clients span the […]
Cushions and Pressure Reduction
Stress can’t be removed in seats, so instead, we have to concentrate on the redistribution of stress. There are various theories used to attain the supply of stress; immersion/envelopment and offloading/redirecting. Immersion is the ability for the human body to sink to the material. It’s described as the depth, that the body sinks to the support surface. Envelopment is understood to be the support surface’s capacity to conform around the shapes of the human body.