Normally when people are asked which they would prefer complete or incomplete, without knowing what the rest of the question is, most people would say that they prefer complete. They would like a complete car repair and would not like an incomplete heart surgery. But when a person is recovering [..}
What Do You Do?
by on November 16, 2011
When I meet people at parties here in Washington DC, where almost everyone is a lawyer, they all ask me what I do for work. When I tell them I travel around the country convincing people that anyone who uses a wheelchair for mobility, should be standing, they look confused and change the [..}
My Excitement At The Kids Sports Spectacular
by on August 19, 2011
As I travel almost every week, I value my weekends and this was especially true last week as I was traveling through DC, MD, PA, and OH. But this Saturday I was fortunate to participate in the Kids Sports Spectacular 2011, hosted by United Spinal Association, at the Wells Fargo Center in [..}
Why Do You Stand? Please Give Us Your Thoughts…
by on August 5, 2011
When you have a wheelchair, it is obvious what it is for and what you do with it. When someone is using a stander for a standing program, the reasons they give for standing can vary greatly. Sometimes the obvious reason may not be the main reason why that specific individual participates. For [..}
Not a Candidate for Standing? Think Again.
by on April 27, 2011
As I travel around the country, I sometimes hear healthcare professionals and ATP suppliers express their opinion that a particular person will not benefit from a standing program for many reasons. Some are valid as with people that have severe bone and joint problems or other contraindications to [..}
Hands-On Standing Workshop at ISS
by on February 18, 2011
EasyStand and Permobil will be joining forces to present a workshop for therapists and complex rehab suppliers at the International Seating Symposium in Nashville TN on March 3rd. The Symposium alternates between Canada and the United States every year, and is regarded as the leading continuing [..}
Supporting Disability Organizations helps our Industry & Consumers
by on February 9, 2011
Whether you are a health care professional, durable medical equipment supplier, or person with a disability you can get more involved with your disability community by reaching out to your local active consumer organizations. These organizations are not just for consumers and their families. [..}
Movement in Safe Limits
by on December 13, 2010
Voluntary movement is extremely important in early childhood development to improve kinesthetic (sensation of movement) and proprioception (unconscious spatial awareness). Studies have demonstrated that prorioceptive feedback has a critical role in the reorganization and subsequent recovery of [..}
Standing in Developmental Centers (Video)
by on November 15, 2010
Often the elderly are overlooked for a standing program, but it can greatly improve their quality of life. People who live in long-term care centers, developmental centers, or nursing homes can benefit from an ongoing standing program. Here is a video case study about a woman I met in New [..}
Exercise Can Build Strong Brains
by on October 25, 2010
In previous articles, I have talked about the importance of providing exercise opportunities for children with disabilities to prevent many health problems as they grow older and to allow them to maintain their independence. What is recently coming to light is the importance of exercise and a [..}
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