December 2017

Selecting a Back Support Based on Seating Goals

Selecting a Back Support Based on Seating Goals

Last month's Clinical Corner article focused on Selecting a Cushion Based on Seating Goals. The article highlighted the importance of conducting a thorough assessment and establishing goals for seating and mobility. Common goals of seating and mobility were outlined. These include: pressure management, positioning, function/stability, heat and moisture dissipation, impact and vibration dampening, comfort, or a combination of the goals. As I mentioned last month, both the cushion and the back support work together to achieve desired results. This month, let's continue the discussion and focus on generic product parameters in back supports to help achieve client seating goals.

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