THE MECHANICAL ASSESSMENT TOOL: A HANDS ON PRACTICAL SESSION + YOUR MANUAL INTO MANUAL WHEELCHAIR SCRIPTING
(Topics #5&7 – Permobil Learning Pathways)
FOR COMPLEX REHABILITATION HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
7 AHPRA CPD HOURS
Kindly hosted at CMS Centre by
Aidacare Healthcare Equipment, Port Macquarie
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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 asymmetries
2. Demonstrate the assessment process for defining reducible postural asymmetries
3. Demonstrate ROM measurements in relation to seated posture
4. 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 frames
2. Understand the importance of propulsion technique with reference to shoulder integrity
3. Understand the importance of the rear wheel position and how we align this to the user
Agenda:
8:45am – Registration
9:00am – Session commences
11:00am – Morning tea
11:15am – Session continues
12:45pm – Lunch
1:15pm – Session commences
3:15pm – Small break
3:30pm – Session continues
5:00pm – Finish
