24 Hour Postural Management - Melbourne

This comprehensive workshop is designed to enhance skills to those involved in postural assessments.

Content Overview

This comprehensive workshop is designed to enhance skills to those involved in postural assessments. Special emphasis will be placed on the value of the “hands on” assessment – for both supine and sitting. We’ll provide the practical tips and tricks to make you much more comfortable doing a MAT assessment. You’ll gain skills and confidence to introduce 24-hour postural care strategies both in wheelchair seating and while resting outside the wheelchair.

This interactive course will facilitate:

● Confidence in assessing appropriate body shapes; gain skill in MAT assessments

● Prevent/Protect against changes in body shape with emphasis on the chest, spine, and pelvis.

● Manage existing changes in body shape to prevent worsening contractures and promote comfort.

● Translate assessment findings into practical trial equipment selection across wheelchairs, postural seating and lying positioning systems.