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.
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.
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?
Huntington’s is a rare, inherited disease, which causes nerve cells in an area of the brain to break down and die. While there is sadly no cure, clinical seating can significantly improve the quality of life of individuals with Huntington’s Disease. So, which is the ‘right’ chair?
MND refers to a group of illnesses that gradually weaken muscles and have a drastic impact on an individual’s daily life. While there is sadly no cure for MND, clinical seating can help to manage symptoms and make life as comfortable as possible for those affected. Here are some things to remember when seating a client with MND.
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.
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.
By Martin Tierney Understanding why seating matters, can make a difference to the life of patients and caregivers, preventing injury and reducing the cost of care.* What is Good Sitting Posture? By approximately ten months of age, a typically developing infant demonstrates good sitting posture. The infant sits with the…
If you’ve been following Seating Matters for a while, you’ve probably heard us mention Seating Assessments before. Seating Assessments are scheduled appointments that we will arrange at a time and place that works for you and your clients. A trained Seating Specialist will make a home or facility call to…
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