EIM Blog

Working with Fluid Cushions

Working with Fluid Cushions

Maintenance and modifications: two key factors to remember when working with fluid cushions. Maintenance is easy peasy. Modifications are multiple. Let's dive in to discuss!

12/11/2023

Keep Reading
The Role of Trajectory in Memory Seating Functions

The Role of Trajectory in Memory Seating Functions

A basic power seating system (even one with recline, tilt, and sit-to-stand) may not be suitable for many individuals due to range of motion, pain, or health needs. These users require a more specialized series of seat movements (i.e., "kinematics") for safe and comfortable use. If there is not good biomechanical alignment with the seat because of the intermediate positions when moving between seating positions, the effect of having power seating could be harmful rather than beneficial.

11/10/2023

Keep Reading
On-Time Mobility: A Pediatric Framework for the Introduction of Self-Initiated Movement

On-Time Mobility: A Pediatric Framework for the Introduction of Self-Initiated Movement

The ON TIME Mobility framework is a critical addition to the profession of wheelchairs and seating, providing principles for intervention. Sabet et al., are leaders in this area and substantiate the mantra that mobility is a human right. Assistive devices may enhance a child's ability to move and provide opportunity for learning and development. There is a plethora of commercially available equipment. Programs such as gobabygo and other initiatives may provide resources for DIY methods to adapt toys or create systems for children.

11/3/2023

Keep Reading
Side Stepping and Suspended Walking Using a Gait Trainer Enhances Walking Ability

Side Stepping and Suspended Walking Using a Gait Trainer Enhances Walking Ability

Willow is working hard on her hip muscle strength in therapy sessions, at home, and at school, but can find it challenging. In therapy sessions, she works with her physical therapist on activities such as side-stepping in the parallel bars but needs hands-on guidance to achieve the correct movement. Her physical therapist thought using the side-stepping feature of the Leckey MyWay+ would enable Willow to work on her muscle strength independently while being properly supported by the chest harness.

10/9/2023

Keep Reading
Displaying results 21-25 (of 94)
 <  1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - 10  > 

DISCLAIMER: FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY. THIS WEBSITE (AND THE DOCUMENTS REFERENCED HEREIN) DO NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. Sunrise Medical (US) LLC (“Sunrise”) does not provide clinician services. The information contained on this website (and the documents referenced herein), including, but not limited to, the text, graphics, images, and descriptions, are for informational purposes only and should be utilized as a general resource for clinicians and suppliers to then use clinical reasoning skills to determine optimal seating and mobility solutions for individual patients. No material on this website (or any document referenced herein) is intended to be used as (or a substitute for) professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Never disregard your professional medical training when providing medical advice or treatment because of something you have read on this website (or any document referenced herein). Clinicians should review this (and any other materials) carefully and confirm information contained herein with other sources. Reliance on this website (and the information contained herein) is solely at your own risk.