“Simply Seating”   Intermediate Level Seminar     In this seminar, the overall seating process will be reviewed briefly. The   child, adult and aged populations will be discussed with regard to skeletal   development & deteriation, structural deformities, motor & sensory development   & deteriation, skin, and other issues pertinent to seating. The benefits of   early, independent mobility will be discussed in the context of   neuroplasticity. Ergonomic fit of a manual wheelchair for effective   propulsion & reduction of injury will be discussed, as well as, certain frame   characteristics. Appropriate application of Freedom Design products will be   demonstrated in case studies throughout the seminar. Diagnoses such as,   cerebral palsy, spina bifida, arthrogryposis, TBI, CVA, amputation,   osteoporosis and arthritis will be addressed.     Lecture, case studies, research, and video will aide in the presentation.     Objectives:   The participant will:   1. Become familiar with the evaluation process for a seating system     2. Be exposed to normal skeletal development in the young child, orthopedic   issues that can occur in the neurologically impaired child, as well as   deteriation in the older population     3. Be exposed to skeletal abnormalities of the pelvis, spine and extremities   and seating options to address them.     4. Become familiar with postural components and their impact on function, as   well as how certain seating choices can impact and improve postural control.   Also the participant will be exposed to postural differences in the young   child, neurologically involved client and geriatrics patient.   a. musculoskeletal, b. neuromotor status, c. movement strategies, d   sensory systems     5. Be exposed to pressure wound identification, causes, and considerations for   seating a client effectively.     6. Become aware of the importance of early mobility (12-15 months) for the non   functional client and the numerous positives, as well as negative   repercussions if it does not occur.     7. Neuroplasticity will be discussed with regard to early intervention,   specifically independent mobility in a chair and muscle reeducation through   seating choices.     8. Be exposed to research on wheelchair set up for efficiency and reduction of   injury.     9. Be exposed to the 4 propulsion patterns and which is most effective.     10. Consider frame choice and set up for child, adult and geriatrics use.     11. Be exposed to Freedom Designs equipment and proper application/   specification of equipment     Lecture, case studies, research and possibly video will be used during the   presentation. Several diagnoses will be discussed throughout the seminar,   including CP, Spina Bifida, Muscular Dystrophy, CVA, Osteoporosis, Arthritis,   SCI, SMA.     Dates:   • August 25 - Milwaukee, WI   • August 26 - Chicago, IL   • September 22 - Dallas, TX   • October 13 - Albany, NY   • October 14 - Rochester, NY   • November 17 - Cincinnati, OH   • December 1 - Atlanta, GA     Cost:   The registration fee is $125.00 per person. If 2 individuals are registered, a   third person may attend the seminar for free. A discounted rate of $75.00 per   person is available for therapists employed by hospitals, schools, or therapy   centers (no additional offers or discounts apply to those eligible to receive   the discounted rate).     To Register:   Please visit our website at www.freedomdesigns.com and fill out a registration   form or call customer service at 800-331-8551 to register for the seminar.