We’ve been hearing from many paralyzed veterans lately who are either unaware of the equipment they are entitled to or are being unfairly denied equipment they deserve. Veterans, if you’re reading this, please fight for what you deserve. DeMarlon Pollard is a T4-5 paraplegic who got an [..}
Making Tummy Time A Pleasant Experience
by on October 21, 2011
The “back to sleep” program was initiated in 1992 in efforts to reduce the incidence of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). The initiation of this campaign was proven to reduce the incidence of SIDS as much as 40% in some studies (Persing, James, Swanson, Kattwinkel 2003). A not so desirable [..}
Importance of Tummy Time
by on October 12, 2011
On a recent trip to the farmer’s market, a young mother was seen pushing her infant daughter in a stroller with her “helmet” in place. It made me stop to ponder, when will we as therapists be able to educate parents effectively in order to decrease the incidence of helmets to restore the [..}
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 [..}
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 [..}
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 [..}
Standing Activity: Sleeping?
by on February 16, 2011
I have heard of people falling asleep in their stander and here is proof! Max's mom, Deana said Max snoozed for about ten minutes in his EasyStand Bantam after a grueling Monday of school and physical therapy. I guess that means he was pretty relaxed? I think this is awesome progress, [..}
Communication and the Therapy Situation
by on February 14, 2011
A group of therapists from one of the Twin Cities’ pediatric specialty hospitals with satellite clinics serving the larger metro area recently organized a meet and greet for the school and pediatric clinical therapists in the community. It was nice to see the faces of the caring professionals [..}
Brace Yourselves! The Role of Orthotics in Standing Programs
by on November 16, 2010
Stander use is beneficial for promoting good posture and skeletal alignment as well as decreasing spasticity. Orthotic intervention is also frequently done with these same objectives in mind. Because even the best standers are not able to provide the full trunk and distal extremity support some [..}
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 [..}
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