REFERENCES: Sharon Pratt. PT
Principles of Seating and Mobility
· David Kreutz, PT: Computerized Pressure Mapping, Finding a Route to Effective Seating, November 1997 Advance for Directors in Rehabilitation.
· “Ergonomics, Seating and Positioning”. Author: Bengt Engström. Date 1993 : Published in Sweden, Posturalis Books
· Cook, A., Hussey, S. (1995). Assistive Technologies: Principles and Practice. Missouri: Mosby - Yearbook, Inc.
· Jones, Deborah (1997). Give me power and let me go! Pittsburgh, Pa: Proceedings of the Thirteenth International Seating Symposium.
· Ergonomic Seating A True Challenge: Wheelchair seating and mobility principles. Bengt Engström 2002. Published in Sweden, Posturalis Books
· Preservation of upper limb function following SCI Published by Paralyzed Veterans of America [Paralyzed Veterans] http://www.pva.org/site/News2?page=NewsArticle&id=7641
Science of Materials
· “Ergonomics, Seating and Positioning”. Author: Bengt Engström. Date 1993 : Published in Sweden, Posturalis Books
· Sitting Posture, comfort and pressure. H.A.M. Staarink 1995, The Netherlands
· The Science of Seating Materials- Why Do We Care From a Clinical Perspective? Paper presentation: Authors: Stephen Sprigle, Evan Call, Sharon Pratt: Proceedings of the 22nd International Seating Symposium, 2006
· Crane, B, et al., Development of a consumer-driven Wheelchair Seating Discomfort Assessment Tool. Assistive Technology, 2005.17.
· The science of materials – Sunrise training and education programs 2008 - Sunrise Medical: Pratt, S & Whelan, T.
Analyzing complex postures
· Deformity and pelvic obliquity on sitting pressure distributions and decubitus ulcerations. J Pediatr Orthop 5(4): 396-402, 1985.
· “Ergonomics, Seating and Positioning”. Author: Bengt Engström. Date 1993 : Published in Sweden, Posturalis Books
· Ergonomic Seating A True Challenge: Wheelchair seating and mobility principles. Bengt Engström 2002. Published in Sweden, Posturalis Books
· Sitting Posture, comfort and pressure. H.A.M. Staarink 1995. The Netherlands
· Understanding and Caring for the Posterior and Anterior Pelvic Tilt. Thomas Hetzel, Proceedings of the 22nd International Seating Symposium, 2006 Pages 212-214
Pressure Mapping -Suggested Clinical best practice protocol
· Morris, Jeff D. (December 2007) The pressure to measure: The prevention of pressure sores in the rehabilitation setting: Presentation at the European Seating Symposium Study Day, Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK.
· Sprigle, Stephen , PhD, PT and Pipkin, Leigh (2007 March ) The Effect of a Pressure Mapping Mat on the Buttock-Cushion Interface: In Proceedings of the 23rd International Seating Symposium, Orlando, Florida, USA. pp. 139-140.
· Swaine Jillian, OT, Swaine & Associates, Calgary, Canada Calgary Interface Pressure Mapping Protocol for Sitting; International Seating Symposium 2006.
Pediatric Seating for Function and Mobility
· Ergonomics: Vehicle driver research: Porter, Gyi & Tait 2003
· Clinical Practice guidelines in the provision of seat functions: Mark R Schmeler, Ph.D.,OTR/L,ATP. ESS Study Day Proceedings October 2007
· Helping Children have an active role in their seating environment. Cathy Mulholland OTR/L, Wayne Hansen. 2007 Canadian Seating and Mobility Conference Proceedings
· Effects of Dynamic Wheelchair Seating on Spasticity and Functional Mobility in Children: PI of Study: Michael Hahn, PhD (Montana State University)
· Dynamic Seating – A Spectrum of Applications; David Cooper M.Sc, Rehab Technologist; Elaine Antoniuk B.Sc. PT
RESNA, with input from RTS’s, clinicians and academicians, has so far developed four position papers on the following topics:
· Application of Tilt, Recline, and Elevating Legrests for Wheelchair Users
· Application of Power Wheelchairs for Pediatric Users
· Application of Seat-Elevating Devices for Wheelchair Users
· Application of Wheelchair Standing Devices
Each of these papers presents physiologic and functional justification, best practice standards and other invaluable information in justifying the client needs for these classes of equipment.
Many thanks to Mark Schmeler, PhD, Director, RSTCE, University of Pittsburgh for sharing this information. http://www.rstce.pitt.edu
Sharon Pratt, PT
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