Let’s get it clear: What makes a good cushion? 7. Standard of evidence
Figure 1. The stability report from ‘Explore our data’ In previous articles in this series, we have looked at elements of cushion design that influence…
Let’s get it clear: Early Intervention – the needs of younger people
A joystick directly in front of the user is arguably more beneficial. Picture courtesy of Dragonmobility If there is an aspect of a child’s development…
Let’s get it clear: What makes a good a positioning belt? 3. Closures
Figure 1: Belt with side release buckle set up for dual pull operation In previous issues of THIIS in the Let’s Get it Clear series,…
Let’s get it clear: What makes a good positioning belt? Part 2. Adjustment
In previous issues of THIIS in the Let’s Get it Clear series, we have covered ‘What makes a good cushion?’ over six parts. An equally…
Let’s get it clear: Do no harm! Know your power
In this month’s article, we look at the duty of care that should be practiced towards our clients by us as prescribers. This is as…
Let’s get it clear: Let’s clear the air – Safer environments for all at work
The Delta variant of COVID-19 is spreading fast when the spring lockdown ended. We now know that this spreads most effectively through the air. What…
Let’s get it clear: What makes a good a positioning belt? 1. The anatomy of a belt
In previous issues of THIIS in the Let’s Get it Clear series, we have covered ‘What makes a good cushion?’ over six parts. Equally important…
Let’s get it clear: Pommels, what they are and what they aren’t
Pommels come in all shapes and sizes: round ones, triangular ones, oval ones. Sometimes they are fixed, sometimes they are flip down, and sometimes they…
Let’s get it clear: Seat to eat
We have different postures to achieve different outcomes in life. Different activities require us to line up our feet, our legs, our pelvis, our torso,…
Let’s get it clear: Restraint, rest, or support?
Figure 1. Sling or canvas backs do not aid good posture. Different attachments around the body or around the mobility device have mixed use of…