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After considering the importance of drive wheel position and power seat function requirements, often the next step in prescribing a power wheelchair is deciding how a client will drive the wheelchair and manage any power seat functions.

Many strategies for providing postural support to clients are based on facilitating proximal stability for distal function or subjectively assessing their postural control. SATCo is an alternative assessment strategy used to objectively measure where to offer postural supports and where therapy should be focused to improve posture and balance.

There are many differences in the musculature of children with cerebral palsy (CP) compared to musculature of typically developing children. Here are six key differences which will influence, and can be influenced by, therapy.

Standing therapy is an essential part of 24-hour postural management and confers a range of benefits to children, including: increase in bone mineral density, improvement in range of movement, aiding bladder & bowel function, and aiding formation of the hip joint. The associated psychological benefits of being upright with peers aids communication and improves general wellbeing. The Leckey Squiggles+ Stander is a versatile 3-in-1 standing frame which can be positioned prone, supine, and upright. It has individually adjustable leg supports which support an abducted standing program or accommodate leg length difference, giving a safe and comfortable position for the child.

Do you need a combination assessment and justification for your wheelchair and seating evaluation? This form provides a fillable PDF for use in the clinic.