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Wheelchairs & Seating: Evaluation, Selection, and Utilization of Products and Techniques to Optimize Positioning

Glantz/Richman Rehabilitation Associates Professional Series

- 2.5 Contact Hours
Tuesday, April 6, 2010   3:30 PM - 6:00PM    Cost=$75.00

Course Description

Participants will gain an understanding of identifying wheelchair and seating needs, evaluation methods, and interventions to increase function and maintain skin integrity for individuals using a wheelchair. The content will be pertinent to individuals who work in a variety of settings.

Learning Objectives

  • Review the need for optimal positioning of patients in various settings
  • Explore the impact improper positioning can have on patient’s function and care burden
  • Identify triggers that would prompt a Wheelchair and Seating Screening
  • Explore evaluation methods used in wheelchair and seating
  • Discuss specific wheelchair and seating needs by setting, and by diagnostic category
  • Review mechanical and therapeutic interventions that can be used to optimize positioning

 

Instructors

Jessica Pedersen, MBA, OTR/L, ATP

Faculty

Nancy Richman, OTR/L, FAOTA, Corky Glantz, OT/L, BCG, FAOTA

2.5 Contact Hours of credit for the following disciplines – PT, PTA, OT, OTA

Appropriate Audience PTs, PTAs, OTs, OTAs, MSW, Nursing


 

Glantz/Richman Rehabilitation Associates, LTD
1560 Indian Trail
Riverwoods, IL 60015
PH: 847-945-1917
Fax: 847-945-1966