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.
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.
Is someone you love living with Alzheimer’s disease? As the condition progresses, various complications can affect their health, comfort, and overall quality of life. The good news is—there are practical ways to help. From proper clinical seating to better postural support, small changes can make a big difference.
Join Seating Matters Founder Martina Tierney and Mental Health OT Eileen Hegarty for a special webinar on quality seating for people with dementia. They explore postural care, sensory feedback, reducing agitation, and how to assess overall seating needs to improve comfort, wellbeing, and quality of life.
Therapeutic seating can play a critical role in reducing agitation, aggression and confusion, three key symptoms associated with dementia. In this webinar, we explore the symptoms and progression of these conditions, and the positive impacts that therapeutic seating can have on the lives of dementia patients.
Valerie, 86, lives in aged care with dementia and reduced mobility. She spent her days slumped in an unsuitable chair, withdrawn and uncomfortable. After trialling the Sorrento chair, her posture improved, pressure reduced, and she began engaging again. With the right support, Valerie regained comfort, independence, and dignity. This is her story.
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