Pre-Symposium Courses at European Seating Symposium 2007
Seating for Function and Mobility
Presented by Sharon Pratt
Length - 7 hours
Level - Beginner - Advanced
Course description
This comprehensive seating program is designed to provide immediately applicable concepts to anyone involved in the assessment and prescription of seating and mobility technology. The focus of discussion in this course will be on principles and biomechanics of seating and the assessment process from initial client contact through the final equipment prescription. Special emphasis will be placed on the "hands on" seating assessment as well as on how to translate the assessment findings into generic product parameters. Case studies as well as interactive discussion will emphasize the importance of using this process 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.
Objectives
Upon completion of this course participants will have a clear and practical understanding of and will be able to:
Discuss the goals of seating and mobility
Explain normal vs. deviated postures and their relationship with function
Explain the relationship between posture and skin
Discuss best practices in the management of decubitus ulcers related to seating
Identify "at risk" clients
Demonstrate "The mat assessment" - supine and sitting
Explain the importance of accurate measuring technique
Formulate the assessment findings to develop objectives
Translate assessment findings into equipment parameters
Evaluate product from a posture and skin perspective
Other courses at European Seating Symposium 2007:
Practical Pressure Management by the Healthcare Team:
Issues of the Seating Interface and Heels
Clinical Application of Interface Pressure Mapping
Ultralight / Sports Manual Wheelchairs:
Best Clinical Practice for Optimal Client Outcomes
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