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 [..}
Stand Pivot Transfers Made Easier for Dane
by on September 1, 2010
Meet Dane! Dane's Mom Michelle shared this photo about Dane on the EasyStand Facebook page. Michelle says, "Dane got his stander about a year ago. In the beginning it was used in school only but now he's not in school so it is used at home 15 minutes, twice a day. For Dane (who has had [..}
Wordless Wednesday: Rise and Shine!
by on April 28, 2010
Ryan stands each morning while eating (or cooking) breakfast. To learn more about Ryan and how his mom helps him work standing and other activities into his day check out his customer story or video. [..}
Stand to Work, Work to Stand
by on March 12, 2010
As Andy journeys across the Eastern US as Regional Sales Manager, he hears many different stories from EasyStand customers. Here is one story about Yvonne and how she uses her EasyStand at work. Yvonne's smile lights up the South Center Sheltered Workshop. The staff and clients seem to [..}
Fitting Chayton in Bantam Stander (Video)
by on February 9, 2010
Fitting a child in the EasyStand Bantam stander is easy. As Nancy and Laura demonstrate, a few simple measurements can help you get the stander set up specifically for your child. Adjustments shown include footplates, seat depth, tray height and angle, chest vest, and usage of the Pow'r Up [..}
Standing to Help Contracture Management for Kids with CP
by on February 2, 2010
The hamstring muscles are very important muscles for running and walking because they pull our legs back in flexion. The hamstrings (posterior thigh muscles) are made up of three long muscles that start at the bottom of your pelvis extending down the back of your thigh and along either side of your [..}
“Picture Perfect” Girls in the EasyStand Bantam
by on August 26, 2009
As a mom of two little boys, and soon to be born baby #3 (in only a month!), I enjoy EasyStand photo shoots with kids on a whole new level. It is amazing to see the child light up when they go from sitting to standing, suddenly "taller" then their siblings or able to reach new things. A couple weeks [..}
Does a Standing Progam Decrease Spasticity?
by on August 6, 2009
This is a guest post on the EasyStand Blog by Ginny Paleg, DScPT, MS, PT. We found thirteen articles showing that standing can decrease spasticity. Three of these studies combined standing with whole body vibration (WBV)-Garrett, Otzel and Ahlborg- and all had some degree of success in [..}
Diagnoses Resource Compiled by NRRTS
by on July 28, 2009
NRRTS (National Registry of Rehab Technology Suppliers) has compiled a list of informational resources about the diagnoses that rehab technology suppliers, clinicians, families, and patients may be interested in learning more about. There are probably many more diseases and conditions that you [..}
Post-Secondary Education: What Your Student With A Disability Should Know
by on July 7, 2009
This is a guest post by Erin Breedlove, a first year college student with Cerebral Palsy. It's that time of year again! Many students are headed off to various universities, technical, and vocational schools in the fall. Has the student adequately prepared to be properly served upon his/her [..}
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