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The Long Haul: Impact of Extended Wheelchair Use

October 31, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.
Caregivers will understand the challenges that come with long-term wheelchair use with this resource, which touches on physical changes, mental health concerns, and diet considerations.
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Avoiding Pressure Ulcers

March 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
Do you have a patient who is at risk for skin breakdown? This document provides simple and effective tips and recommendations for those with the risk of integument breakdown. Send a patient or caregiver home with these strategies to better improve patient compliance and outcomes.
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Quick Guide to Proper Wheelchair Positioning

January 4, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This visual guide serves as a quick reference for determining proper wheelchair positioning. A great piece to post in a wheelchair storage room and/or use for caregiver education as an initial screening tool to determine if therapy intervention may be warranted.
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Feeding Positioning for Children with Neurological Impairments

December 24, 2021 by Megan Berg.
This handout visually describes the proper positioning for comfort/safety, trunk/abdomen/back, table/tray, head/neck, and pelvis/legs/feet specifically for children with neurological disorders. This handout is targeted for therapists, parents, and caregivers.
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