The Seating Matters blog is written by our clinical team of occupational therapists, nurses, and a doctor of physical therapy. Here you’ll find practical how-to guides, research highlights, and industry insights on topics ranging from pressure care to dementia – supporting evidence-based practice and better outcomes in clinical seating.
How do you safely get a bariatric patient out of bed?
From hoisting and transfers to seating, hygiene and pressure care, this article breaks down the key questions to consider and the equipment options that can support each stage.
Bariatric seating requires more than simply choosing a wider chair or higher weight capacity. Here, we explore six common mistakes clinicians make when seating bariatric patients, including measurement, body shape, positioning, pressure management and transfers, and what to consider instead.
A patient seating assessment is key to finding the correct seating solution. But where should you start? Here, we explore the structure and three stages of a seating assessment, key guidelines, questions to ask your patient, and important things to remember.
Accuracy is essential when measuring a client or patient for their new clinical chair. Here are the steps to follow and general tips to remember as you measure seat width, seat depth, seat height, back height and arm rest height.
Pressure injuries remain a common problem throughout the healthcare systems. Prevalence amongst inpatient in hospital is 3-14%, although it can be as high as 70% in elderly inpatients with orthopaedic problems. So what can we do to help?
Pressure injuries pose significant risks to the mental and physical health of patients. Recent groundbreaking research has highlighted four key principles that, when addressed, ensure optimum pressure management and patient comfort. Do you know them all?
An elderly woman with advanced dementia and paratonia experienced severe pain and poor posture—until the Atlanta 2 chair transformed her care. With improved support, safe transfers, and better positioning, she now sits comfortably for over six hours daily, with reduced pain, increased alertness, and enhanced quality of life.
Up to 40% of people with dementia experience sleep issues that affect their mood, mobility, and overall health. Poor nighttime rest often leads to daytime dozing in unsupportive chairs—causing slouching, agitation, and increased fall risk. Discover how you can help support someone with dementia to sleep better.
Seating patients with complex neurological disorders presents unique challenges due to their diverse and evolving needs. From Parkinson’s and Huntington’s to Alzheimer’s, each condition requires tailored solutions for optimal support and comfort. Discover essential insights and practical tips to address these complex seating needs effectively.
Posture Can Kill! It sounds extreme, but it’s true. In this article, we examine the impact of poor posture on bodily structures and functions. What is good posture? What are the four common pelvic deviations? And how can clinical seating help?
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