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Kayleah Cooper
National Clinical Training Manager, Qualified Physiotherapist, Jiraffe
Identify the benefits of adaptive cycling for health as described by the ICF in the context of the child-centred educational health plan model
Explore and recognise up-to-date research outcomes with adaptive cycling for individuals with physical disabilities
Discuss product solutions for adaptive cycling that meet specific medical conditions to enable opportunities for physical activity in home and the community
Paediatric seating: Do we have to choose posture over function for the complex client?
With the important focus on 24-hour postural management, there are occasionally times when clinicians wonder how to prioritise between competing goals of posture and function for complex clients. In this talk we will explore the intricate relationship between these two elements and decode how to set-up a seat to best meet needs. Learning outcomes:
Understand the roots of 3 non-symmetrical postures
Review how to set-up a seat to maximise function without causing other postural issues Recognise how 4 types of visual impairment can impact posture and function
Examine options where difficult choices have to be made in postural management
The power of early powered mobility
The objective of this seminar is to increase attendees knowledge of the benefits of early powered mobility.
Learning outcome: be able to access an early powered mobility scheme in rural and sparsely populated areas.
Evidence behind early powered mobility
Benefits of early powered mobility
Powered mobility for young children is more than learning wheelchair skills Increasing accessibility to early powered mobility through our new school squads!
Managing bathing posture to support engagement and safety
Bathing can be important to people for a variety of different reasons, whether it be to benefit relaxation, sleep, play, or relationships. However, following a client centred and holistic bathing assessment, that identifies bathing as meaningful, the practicalities of making that a reality, particularly for someone with postural needs, can seem daunting and challenging. This session looks to consider the theory behind bathing posture, linked to functional engagement, safety and long-term health and well-being. Practical demonstration of product will be used to reinforce this learning and reflect on opportunities to meet this clinical and functional challenge. There will also be an opportunity to discuss individual challenges both within the session and on-stand.
Fitness and fun: Meeting the new activity guidelines for children with disabilities - how can we rise to this challenge?
10:00am
Room 2
Children and adults with physical disabilities spend much of their lives in passive positions with the direct consequence of deteriorating health. Current research is recognising the value of adaptive cycling for health promotion. This session will provide current knowledge to support evidence-based justification for the clinical use of adaptive tricycles. Learning objectives:
11:00am Room 2
Dr Laura Finney
ClinSci, PhD, MSc, BEng, Clinical & Marketing Director (Interim), Leckey
Kate El Bizanti
Occupational Therapist, Bugzi Loan Scheme, MERU (part of Queen Elizabeth's Foundation)
12:00pm Room 2
1:00pm Room 2
Adam Ferry Director OT Service
(In association with
Abacus Specialist Bathroom Solutions)
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