To Get Around on Any Ground: Prescribing Assistive Technology

Join us on Tuesday 4th June 2024, for our clinical education session, providing therapists with the information they require to effectively prescribe assistive technology, presented by Permobil's Clinical Services Team Lead, Tilly Brook.

Are you new to working with complex assistive technology? Ever wondered if there is a simple way to decide if the client would be more functional in a manual or powered wheelchair? Want to learn what different equipment is out there and what assessments we can use to assist in the decision-making process?

This workshop will run through the clinical reasoning process when deciding what mobility device will maximise the client's independence. This session will allow for hands-on learning, which will give you the opportunity to develop your own PWC driving skills and trial different drive wheel configurations.

You will also jump into different MWC frames and test your ability to hold a wheel stand or connect to a power assist device and drive over different terrains.

Here's a glimpse of what you can expect to gain from this session:

• Gain an understanding of what assessments we can use to choose a mobility base.
• Identify the three main powered wheelchair (PWC) drive wheel configurations.
• Identify the different manual wheelchair (MWC) frames and understand why you may pick one frame over another.

Join us for this insightful session that will not only expand your knowledge but also empower you to make a meaningful difference to the lives of your clients.

A light lunch and refreshments will be provided.