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With the upcoming release of our new Power Seat Function (PSF) Brochures, I thought there was no better time to reflect on my own clinical application of...

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Part 1: The fine line between a perfect script and an over script

This fine line, or the dance between scripting what is going to maximise your client’s function, mobility and positioning and what is deemed reasonable...

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Why do we refer to the prescription of a wheelchair and who is the prescriber?

The use of terminology changes, from prescribing equipment to recommending equipment had a purposeful foundation in empowering participants of NDIS to...

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Do we acknowledge medical benefits in our funding reports?

Funding systems vary around the world, in our corner of the world both Australia and New Zealand have funding systems that are very function based....

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Alternate Drive Controls

My most influential mentor once told me that the only pre-requisite for independent mobility is the motivation to move, a statement I have often...

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Clinical justification is based on sound clinical reasoning

Sound clinical justification and rationale must be articulated when prescribing assistive technology – essentially, we need to demonstrate clinical...

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Features or Specifications: Is it just semantics or is it catching some of us out?

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To change or not to change.  When MWD (mid-wheel drive) chairs prove challenging.

A frequent conversation I’ve had in recent weeks has been around drive wheel configuration and working out what drive wheel configuration may best meet a...

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Is the headrest just an accessory?

When prescribing a wheelchair and seating system there is usually discussion on what are blanket branded as accessories When we look to the definition of...

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When Do We Consider Renting AT Equipment?

Today we will discuss some situations where rental may be a beneficial option to consider. Over the years I have been contacted frequently about renting...

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