MAT Assessment for 24 Hour Postural Management

Sunrise Medical Australia

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

Novotel Melbourne Preston

Content OverviewThis comprehensive full day 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 for 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 your assessment findings into practical trial equipment selection across wheelchairs, postural chairs and sleep systems. Attendees will leave with practical strategies and interventions to use immediately withchildren and adults with physical disabilities.This training session is designed for occupational therapists, physiotherapists, nurses, and client caregivers and AT equipment providers. Gain professional development credits.Refreshments provided.

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