Understanding, Evaluating and Justifying Your Prescription of Seating and Mobility Systems

PRESENTED BY:
Sheila Buck B.Sc., OT Reg. (Ont.)

April 7, 2017
60 Bryne Dr
Barrie, ON L4N 9Y4

Early Bird Deadline is March 24th!
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION: 
Registration: 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Workshop: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
 
The presenter will engage participants to:
  • review current theories of seating and mobility
  • understand the need for a M.A.T. Assessment
  • review seating simulation
  • consider 3 point positioning and line of force
  • consider pressure management and postural control elements of seating
  • utilize assessment data for product parameter determination
  • consider client centre of mass and wheelchair centre of gravity set up
  • understand the physics of propulsion techniques
Exhibitors will be present for use of products during presentation and networking!
 
ABOUT THE PRESENTER:

Sheila Buck  is the owner of Therapy NOW! Inc., in Southern Ontario, CANADA.  Therapy NOW! is an occupational therapy company providing private consultation and education on seating and mobility assessments and prescription.  Sheila is an occupational therapist who has been working in the field of seating and mobility for over 20 years.  She has presented papers and workshops at national and international conferences on topics of basic and advanced positioning with emphasis on pressure management, cognitive functioning and maintaining independent living skills and restraint reduction.  Most recently, Sheila has authored a clinical guide for seating and mobility titled: ' More Than 4 Wheels: Applying clinical practice to seating, mobility and assistive technology'. 
REGISTRATION FEES:


OSOT Member

Early Bird: $250

Regular: $300

Non-Member

Early Bird: $350

Regular: $390

OSOT Student Member

Early Bird: $150

Regular: $180

*All fees are plus HST.

The Early Bird Deadline is 
March 24, 2017!
Spaces are limited.
REGISTER NOW!
 
Note: Refunds will be issued provided a request is made to the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists two weeks prior to the event. Refunds will be given in full less a 15% administrative charge.

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