Presented by: Cathy Choi
Clients working with occupational therapists may wonder if a manual or power wheelchair will best meet their needs. Successfully incorporating a manual versus a power wheelchair into a client’s life, however, requires highly varied skills and factors (Smith et al., 2016; Abou & Rice, 2022). Appropriate wheelchair selection is a complex process with multiple clinical considerations. Occupational therapists, by thorough assessment, analysis, and collaboration with clients, are instrumental in ensuring effective wheelchair prescriptions.
This webinar provides an overview of clinical factors to consider when assessing for and recommending a manual versus power wheelchair. Based on the Rehabilitation Engineering Society of North America’s (RESNA, 2011) Wheelchair Service Provision Guide, participants will evaluate case studies representing clients with stroke and multiple sclerosis, learning about biomechanical factors impacting wheelchair mobility and occupational participation.
After taking part in this webinar, participants will be able to:
Level
Intermediate (3-5 years of experience in this specific area of practice)