A standing program is only as good as the ability of the individual using the stander to transfer or be transferred in and out safely, ensuring consistency of the routine. I am a huge fan of standing and the physiological and social benefits that students experience in the school environment when [..}
2 Unique Clients With 1 Thing in Common, Positive Standing Results!
by on May 25, 2011
Meet Melissa and John! Melissa incurred a C3 spinal cord injury 2 years ago, is a quadriplegic and uses a power wheelchair independently. John was diagnosed in 1990 with primary progressive multiple sclerosis, over the past 15 years, his symptoms have worsened extensively. Both are clients of [..}
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 [..}
What’s the difference? Clinic-Based Versus School-Based Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
by on April 18, 2011
A child with motor or sensory impairments may benefit from skilled Physical or Occupational Therapy intervention. The way the need for services is determined and how the services are delivered vary based on whether services are delivered in a medical or educational setting. Who Qualifies? In the [..}
Letter of Medical Necessity for Kid’s Glider Speaks for Itself
by on April 14, 2011
A letter of medical necessity (LMN) or letter of justification (LOJ) is a detailed prescription that a therapist or physician writes to be submitted to the insurance provider. The letter should be client specific and not just a list of the medical benefits of standing. To help you in writing a [..}
Canadian with Multiple Sclerosis Thrilled to be Standing Again
by on April 4, 2011
Recently our EasyStand distributors in Canada shared this very uplifting letter with us, that they received from a customer. With Randi's permission, we are inspired to share her expressive words with others, with the hope that standing may help others with Multiple Sclerosis or other mobility [..}
Making Products that Make a Difference
by on March 28, 2011
I recently got an email from a Physical Therapist that made my day. Now, I am sharing it with you, because maybe the EasyStand Bantam could make a difference in your child's quality of life too. I am a physical therapist working with a 14-year old young lady who is now trying the EasyStand Bantam [..}
Self Advocacy (with a little help from my supplier)
by on March 21, 2011
Jeff told his DME (Durable Medical Equipment)/CRT (Complex Rehab Technology) supplier, “That’s crap! I will not accept a denial from my insurance company for the stander. I’ve got to have the stander at home to keep my leg range of motion. What can I do to fight their decision?” What is [..}
Schools: Understand Benefits of Buying Assistive Technology Locally
by on March 9, 2011
Are you a PT, OT, or paraprofessional working at a school? Or maybe you are a special ed teacher or buyer? Even if you are the principal or the janitor, you may be interested in what I am about to tell you. This is not a secret or new information. In fact, we have been trying to help connect [..}
Fueled by Advocacy – CELA 2011
by on February 22, 2011
Shane was denied power assist wheels for his manual wheelchair in Minnesota. Five different consumers cannot gain appropriate funding for their standers from private insurance in New York. Elizabeth’s power wheelchair was down coded to less expensive wheelchair due to Medicare’s “in the [..}
