Date: 09-12-2024 at 4:00 pm ET
Credit: .1 CEU
Speaker: Karen Kangas, OTR/L
Level: Intermediate
Let’s look at common concerns/problems which occur in seating and mobility systems with adults who have a “sensate” body. These are adults who have degenerative diseases like ALS, MS, RA, or congenital diagnoses such as Cerebral Palsy or Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Muscular Dystrophy, and/or who may have acquired problems due to a Stroke, Cardiovascular Compromises, Diabetic Neuropathy, Traumatic Brain Injury. “Sensate” in medical terminology means “having physical sensation” and “able to perceive touch and other sensations.” Many seating problems are due to the lack of recognition of the importance of a sensate body, its need for movement and stability.
Learning Outcomes:
- Identify two types of sensation.
- Identify two features of hip guides which can support an upright trunk which will provide increased upper extremity range and use, as well as support increased respiration.
- Identify three (3) powered seat functions necessary to reduce lower extremity edema.
