Adaptive Mobility and Positioning

Postural control is the basis for all complex movement, positioning, and function. It involves the subconscious stabilization, alignment, and dynamic adjustment of the body in respect to gravity and the environment to complete a task.

Children with cerebral palsy benefit from adaptive standing for contracture management.

Standing is thought to have many benefits for children with multiple disabilities...

As school-based therapists, we are frequently asked to provide input on seating, standing, and movement opportunities...

Physical inactivity is the fourth risk factor for mortality worldwide. In 2010, to counteract the debilitating effects of inactivity and sedentary lifestyles, the World Health Organization (WHO) published guidelines for physical activity…

A newly published scoping systematic review highlights the use of gait trainers in children, adolescents and adults with non-ambulant cerebral palsy.

Consider the key features and benefits of the new Rifton stander—and how to maximize these to achieve the best standing outcomes for children with disabilities.

The first few years of a child’s life are a critical time of cognitive, emotional and physical development. Early active movement and environmental exploration drive development through the building of cortical connections and physical…

Health insurance coverage for adaptive bikes has been rare at best, and this needs to change. A recent policy brief effectively dismantles the policy flaws surrounding adaptive cycling and provides regulatory and legislative paths to…

A successful and innovative postural management program for children with disabilities in Kenya improves their quality of life and daily participation.

For children with multiple disabilities, toilet training is a challenging process. This whitepaper describes the effective use of prompts to shape behaviors and function during the toileting process for successful outcomes in children with…