This course is designed to assist the LTC therapist to have a better understanding of the changing body of an elderly resident and the increased risk of sitting in an abnormal posture.
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Course Description Learn about important tools that each facility or clinic should possess for the therapist to complete a successful seating and positioning evaluation. From simple tools such as a goniometer to more advanced tools like a pressure map, learn how each device can not only assist with proper product selection but also the optimal configuration of the wheelchair to assist the therapist in preventing falls, pressure injuries and other serious medical complications
In this course, we dive into why a LTC therapist must have a deeper understanding in the principles of seating and positioning
After this course, a generalist therapist will be better informed on basic seating and positioning principles to better choose an appropriate wheelchair base, cushion and back support
Course Description This course is designed to assist the generalist therapist to have a better understanding of the changing body of an elderly client and the increased risk of sitting in an abnormal posture
Course Description This course is designed to assist a therapist to decide what type of resident is appropriate for a skin protection cushion
Intended Audience This course is intended for physical and occupational therapists and aides. 1.0 CE for Physical therapists Start this course! #Courses #CE #Physical-Therapist #Seating-and-positioning #Occupational-Therapist #Rehab-and-Therapy #Mobility #Posture
Course Description In this course, we dive into why a Long Term Care (LTC) therapist must have a deeper understanding in the principles of seating and positioning
Intended Audience This course is intended for physical and occupational therapists and aides. 1.0 CE for Physical therapists Start this course! #Courses #CE #Physical-Therapist #Seating-and-positioning #Occupational-Therapist #Wheelchair #Anatomy-Physiology #Mobility #Posture
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