Ottobock Seating & Positioning Accessories Catalogue 2021 Cushions & Seating Power Wheelchair Scripting This comprehensive 2021 catalogue showcases a large selection of Ottobock seating and positioning accessories including seat cushions and back supports, head positioning, upper body supports, arm and hand supports and leg and foot supports. Download PDF [4 mb]
Why People with Neuromuscular Disorders Need Powerchairs: Evidence & Justifications Power Wheelchair Scripting Funding This paper explores the psychosocial impact of wheelchair and contextual factors on quality of life of people with neuromuscular disorders. The authors recommend that powered chairs should be made available to people with NMD in clinical practice and that where necessary, people with NMD should receive financial assistance to enable them to access an appropriate mobility device. More broadly, the findings from research of this type can be used to improve rehabilitation programs. Download PDF [612 kb]
Power to the People – Evidence & Considerations when Prescribing Powered Mobility Power Wheelchair Scripting Funding Designed to assist prescribers in the NDIS space, this presentation accompanied our recent Power to the People in-services, held in conjunction with Sunrise Medical Clinical Educator, Lisa Bidgood in 2021. This document will help increase your understanding of how appropriate use of power bases and postural management equipment can positively influence engagement in life. Topics include defining & understanding what is reasonable & necessary in the funding space and recent evidence specific to powered wheelchair features. This working document will be updated as required. Download PDF [565 kb]
Power to the People – Power Wheelchairs: Supporting Evidence for Clinical Reasoning Power Wheelchair Scripting Funding Designed to assist prescribers in the NDIS space, this handout accompanied our recent Power to the People in-services, held in conjunction with Sunrise Medical Clinical Educator, Lisa Bidgood in 2021. Download PDF [318 kb]
Seating & Wheelchair Angles Cushions & Seating Power Wheelchair Scripting This document provides an overview of seating and wheelchair angles including assessment goals and technical considerations. Angles discussed include Thigh to Trunk, Thigh to Lower Leg, Orientation and Lower Leg to Foot. Download PDF [3 mb]
Material Selection for Cushions Cushions & Seating Power Wheelchair Scripting Although cushions may look similar in design on the outside, the materials used on the inside can have a significant impact on their performance. Understanding how materials perform will improve the clinician’s ability to select a cushion based on their client’s goals. This document describes material, their benefits and the clinical considerations when selecting the most appropriate wheelchair cushion. Download PDF [624 kb]
Cushion Design Principles Cushions & Seating Power Wheelchair Scripting Wheelchair cushions are designed to address specific seating goals. Each design principle has specific clinical benefits and considerations. Therefore, understanding the design of a wheelchair cushion is critical in achieving the desired benefits to the wheelchair user. This document explains the various design principles that are used in wheelchair cushions and the clinical application that should be considered when choosing a cushion. Download PDF [501 kb]
MAT Evaluation 101 – Assessment to Prescription Cushions & Seating Power Wheelchair Scripting This very informative MAT Evaluation course was presented by Sunrise Clinical Educator, Lisa Bidgood at Power Mobility in 2021. It is ideal for therapists who have recently graduated or those who would like a refresher. The MAT is commonly used by clinicians as part of the seating assessment process. This session was designed to provide applicable concepts to those involved in seating and wheelchair prescription. You can download the presentation here. Download PDF [2 mb]
What makes a good cushion? Contours for Posture & Positioning Cushions & Seating This article encourages you to think more about what goes into a cushion that makes it ‘good’ for one person, but maybe not for another. It unpicks aspects around posture and positioning that can be enhanced by selective contouring. Download PDF [363 kb]
