Port Macquarie NSW - MAT + Manual Wheelchair Scripting - Full Day

Aidacareis the leading provider of Healthcare Equipment and Rehabilitation Products to Aged Care facilities, Hospitals, Physio and Occupational Therapists and private retail clients in Australia.Aidacare has a commitment beyond supply of high-quality Healthcare Equipment.  We partner with our Customers to ensure that we are supplying “Solutions” to Staff Health and Safety, Maximise Quality of Care and ensuring the Investments in Equipment will deliver appropriate outcomes.Aidacare  Healthcare Equipment is committed to providing high quality external training for Health Professionals and other Professionals associated with the provision of Assistive Technology.OurAidacare Professional Training(APT) Program aims to provide all Healthcare Providers, such as Allied Health, Nurses, Case Managers, Carers and other Medical Professionals, with the most up-to-date and relevant Professional Training in regards to the Clinical Application of Assistive Technology Equipment.

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Permobil APT - Port Macquarie - Full Day/AM/PM

The Mechanical Assessment Tool: A Hands On Practical Session (AM session) + Your Manual Into Manual Wheelchair Scripting( PM Session) (Topics 5 & 7 - Permobil Learning Pathways)

Full day session/AM Session/PM session at Port Macquarie, NSW

<h1>THE MECHANICAL ASSESSMENT TOOL: A HANDS ON PRACTICAL SESSION + YOUR MANUAL INTO MANUAL WHEELCHAIR SCRIPTING</h1><h1>(Topics #5&amp;7 - Permobil Learning Pathways)</h1>FOR COMPLEX REHABILITATION HEALTH PROFESSIONALS7 AHPRA CPD HOURSKindly hosted at CMS Centre byAidacare Healthcare Equipment, Port Macquarie The Mechanical Assessment Tool: A Hands on Practical Session (AM - 3.5 hours)This course is a practical introduction or refresher into the Mechanical Assessment Tool (MAT). The focus of this session is recognizing reducible vs non-reducible asymmetries. The 3 parts of the MAT will be explained,demonstrated and practiced. Considerations of completing this assessment within someone’s home environment will be discussed and practical strategies will be provided during the practical session. This session will aim to increase your understanding and confidence when completing the MAT and demonstrate how to use this information/assessment within your practice. Come along prepared to complete a full MAT on a peer and have a MAT completed on you. OBJECTIVES:1. Identify the key bony landmarks of the pelvis and understand how these are used to identify postural asymmetries2. Demonstrate the assessment process for defining reducible postural asymmetries3. Demonstrate ROM measurements in relation to seated posture4. Identify postural points of control in relation to product parameters Your Manual Into Manual Wheelchair Scripting (PM - 3.5 hours)Want to learn the difference between a custom configured anda custom-built frame? Does it even matter? Understanding how configuration impacts on ADL participation, functional mobility and posture are essential when prescribing manual wheelchairs for active users. In this workshop, you will explore a range of set ups and configurations and experience firsthand the differences these have on wheelchair propulsion. We will consider the biomechanics of the user alongside the design and configuration of a manual wheelchair, to ensure we appreciate and understand the importance of an individualized fit for end users. OBJECTIVES:1. Identify the difference between custom configured and custom-built frames2. Understand the importance of propulsion technique with reference to shoulder integrity3. Understand the importance of the rear wheel position and how we align this to the user Agenda:8:45am - Registration9:00am - Session commences11:00am - Morning tea11:15am - Session continues12:45pm - Lunch1:15pm - Session commences3:15pm - Small break3:30pm - Session continues5:00pm - Finish <h2>PRESENTER</h2><h2>Tracee-lee Maginnity</h2><h3>Clinical Services Specialist - Clinical Services</h3><h3>Permobil APAC</h3><h3>Occupational Therapist</h3><h3> </h3>Tracee-lee Maginnity joined Permobil Australia in July 2019, as a clinical education specialist. Originally from New Zealand, she graduated Auckland University of Technology with a BHSc (Occupational Therapy) in 2003 and has since worked in various roles related to seating and mobility including assessing, prescribing and educating. After gaining experience as an assessor and prescriber at Seating To Go / Wheelchair Solutions in prescribing for both disability and injury, she moved to Australia in 2011 to take on the Senior Occupational Therapist role in a custom moulded seating service. She then worked in clinical consulting and education roles until joining Permobil. Tracee-lee is passionate about maximising functional outcomes with end users and the importance of education within the industry. She has mentored many therapists interested in AT. Her experience includes working with complex postures to achieve custom outcomes. Tracee-lee is also an international wheelchair rugby classifier where she enjoys the task analysis of wheelchair propulsion and functional capacity identification of athletes. Brought to you by APT: Aidacare’s Professional Training Program. For all scheduled APT events Nationally please see <a href="https://education.aidacare.com.au/categorized-events/" title="https://education.aidacare.com.au/categorized-events/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Aidacare APT Events</a>. Bookings are essential so please register to secure your spot. *Spaces are limited, waiting lists may apply. Aidacare and all host venues operate our APT training as a Covid Safe Event. Any Special or Dietary Requirements must be specified during event registration to ensure we make the day as enjoyable as possible for every attendee. 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