posture control Archives | Seating Dynamics

Naomi Drives Power Wheelchair with Dynamic Seating Assist

Naomi shows us how her Dynamic Seating Head Support makes driving her wheelchair now possible.

Joe’s Dynamic Footrests

Joe has cerebral palsy and dystonia. His Dynamic Rocker Back interface, in combination with his Dynamic Footrests, allow him to move, prevent breakage, and maintain his posture within the seating system.

The impact of Dynamic Seating on power wheelchair driving

Carl explains why it was difficult for him to drive his previous power wheelchair and how dynamic seating has improved his ability to drive his new power wheelchair.

Carl before and after Dynamic Seating

Carl uses a molded seating systems with power wheelchair. See how Dynamic Seating improves both his positioning and function.

Quick Class: Dynamic Seating – Improving Postural Control and Stability

Dynamic seating provides resistance to movement initiated by the wheelchair user, usually through spring or elastomer type mechanisms or other resistive, but mobile components. Movement against resistance has been demonstrated to increase strength in people with increased muscle tone without an increase in spasticity. Increased muscle strength can, in turn, improve both postural control and functioning.

Dynamic Seating: Clinical Implications of Movement

Suzanne Eason, OT/L is a rock star! This OT works at the St. Mary’s Home in Virginia and truly applies the latest evidence to her practice – all to the benefit of the clients she works with.

Pain in People Using Wheelchairs – Prevalence, Cause and Interventions

Michelle L. Lange, OTR/L, ABDA, ATP/SMS – NRRTS Directions

This article will summarize current research related to pain in people using wheelchairs.

Determining if a Dynamic Back is Appropriate

Our Dynamic Back is designed for a client has moderate to significant hip extension, is seeking movement, and/or has a history of equipment breakage.

Dynamic Seating Decision Making Tree

A general Decision Making Tree, guiding the provider through clinical indicators for dynamic seating. Download to read more.

3 Ways to Keep Your Client’s Head Up

Not everyone who uses a wheelchair requires head positioning. Sometimes a head support is required only for safety in transportation if the client travels seated in their wheelchair. A head support may only be required to provide posterior support during tilt or recline. Many clients do have decreased head control and may require specific seating…