Archives

Pressure Redistribution & Weight-Shifting for Wheelchair Users

October 31, 2025 by Celia Easton Koehler.
Help your clients protect their skin and comfort with clear, step-by-step visual instructions for safe and effective wheelchair weight shifts. This handout explains when, how long, and which techniques to use, plus practical reminders to build pressure relief into daily routines.
This content is only available to members.

Choosing the Right Walker

August 31, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout helps patients understand the different types of walkers and choose the one that best fits their needs and abilities. Therapists can use it to support decision-making, set realistic expectations, and guide safe mobility planning.
This content is only available to members.

Wheelchair-Friendly Clothing

July 31, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
This guide helps therapists support clients in finding clothing that works for life in a wheelchair, whether through adaptive brands or practical modifications to regular clothes. It’s a resource you can share to spark conversations about comfort, autonomy, and dressing with dignity.
This content is only available to members.

Wheelchair Cushion Guide

April 30, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
This guide provides a clear, visual reference for selecting the right cushion based on comfort, positioning, and pressure relief needs. Designed for therapists to use in sessions or share with patients, this resource simplifies cushion options to support informed decision-making and improve seating outcomes.
This content is only available to members.

Neuro-FAST (Neurological Functional Assessment Subtests for Therapists): Subtest of Skills of Independence

January 31, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
Introducing Neuro-FAST: Functional Assessment Subtests for Therapists Neuro-FAST is a time-efficient, therapist-centered tool designed to assess functional neurological abilities in acute and post-acute care settings. Each subtest is person-centered, incorporating Quality of Life (QoL) measurements, Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs), and a family-friendly, customizable one-page summary for easy communication. The subtests can be used individually or combined to create a more comprehensive assessment tailored to your clinical needs. Version 1.0 is available for initial feedback as we work toward building a full suite of tools for speech and occupational therapy.
This content is only available to members.

Wheelchair Types

April 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
Compare different types of wheelchairs and determine which type is the most appropriate for your client using this guide.
This content is only available to members.

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.
This content is only available to members.