Pride U and Quantum University     The Science of Mat Evaluations and Wheelchair Prescription   Instructor: Jay Doherty, OTR, ATP or Julie Piriano, PT, ATP     Level: Basic Seating & Positioning course     Duration and Credits: 6 Hours - 0.6 CEUs and 6 CECs     Course Description: A stable and comfortable position in an appropriate   wheelchair used for mobility is critical for comfort, health, productivity,   and independence. Individualized seating and positioning systems can enhance   breathing capacities, prevent complications of pressure sores, minimize pain   and improve overall functional abilities of an individual. A wheelchair   evaluation is often a good solution to help sort through the various   characteristics of a wheelchair to address an individual’s needs. This course   provides attendees with a thorough overview of a wheelchair evaluation   process. Attendees will review the steps of an evaluation which include the   identification of an individual’s unique abilities, needs, lifestyle and   environment. This course will use clinical case studies to provide   attendee’s with a hands-on approach to the evaluation process. Based on the   evaluation attendee’s will recommend a wheelchair seating system, which may   include specialized supportive cushions; backrests; headrests; and/or trunk,   arm and leg supports.     Date(s) of Course:   August 25, 2010 – Pittsburgh, PA   September 16, 2010 – Atlantic City, NJ   October 7, 2010 – Wilkes-Barre, PA     Cost: $ 160.00 (includes continental breakfast, lunch, seminar materials, and   certificate)     **Register online (www.quantum-university.com) to receive a $10.00 discount   for this course.   Contact Information:   Jennifer Wilson   Email: jwilson@pridemobility.com   Ph: 800.800.8586 x 1398