2016 csmc registration brochure

2016 Partners
Mobility Products Co.
2016 Exhibitors
Company Name
5 Minds Mobility
Ability Online Support Network
Advanced Health Care Products
Altimate Medical (Easy Stand)
BCS Communications/RCCM
Blake Medical
Broda Seating
Can Dan Rehatec Ltd.
CAOT
Convaid
Daher Manufacturing Inc.
Drive Devilbiss Heathcare
Dynamic Health Care Solutions
East Penn Canada
Enhanced Mobility
Future Mobility
HealthCraft Product Inc.
Human Care Canada Inc.
Invacare Canada LP
Ki Mobility
Maple Leaf Wheelchair
MK Battery
Motion Composites
Motion Concepts
Motion Specialties
NuVision Rehab Group
Ottobock Healthcare
Parsons ADL Inc.
Permobil
Pride Mobility Product
PRM Rehab
Prodije
Quantum Rehab
R82 Inc.
Raz Design Inc.
Ride Designs
SOS Medical Products
Stander Inc.
Sunrise Medical Canada Inc.
TiLite Canada
Triumph Mobility Inc.
Booth
200
F04
214
107
F05
319/321
304/306
305
310
312
113
217/219
103
204
F14
F15/F16
109
F10
501
200
316/318
204
114
513
221/223
200
208
215
106
408
119
122
408
F19
400
117
313
222
100
106
111
*List as of March 15, 2016
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GENERAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION
GENERAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION –
JOIN US FOR OUR 31st YEAR
The Canadian Seating and Mobility Conference is Canada’s
foremost annual event dedicated to providing excellence in
education in this specialized field. The two day format will
feature a full slate of interactive workshops on both days while
providing an extended period of unopposed Exhibit Hall time.
WHAT’S NEW?
• CSMC Partnership with Invacare, Pride, Ottobock, Sunrise
Medical, Permobil and Raz Designs
• 4 workshop streams:
’ Clinical
’ Exhibitor (featuring product content)
’ Tech Training Schools
’ Business (complimentary for exhibitors)
• Extended unopposed Exhibit Hall time
Full registration includes:
• Admission to 3 workshops on Tuesday and 3 workshops
on Wednesday
• Complimentary admission to the Tuesday Welcoming
reception in the Exhibit Hall
• Lunch and nutrition breaks on Tuesday and Wednesday
(for specific dietary requirements, contact
[email protected]. by April 29, 2016.
• Access to the Exhibit Hall
Registrations including full payment, received at the
CSMC office by April 1, 2016 are eligible for early registration pricing.
Refund Policy: Refunds will be granted until April 15, 2016
and are subject to a $75.00 administration fee.
CSMC OFFICE
CONFERENCE LOCATION &
ACCOMMODATIONS
International Plaza Hotel – Toronto Airport
655 Dixon Road
Toronto, Ontario M9W 1J1
Phone: 416.244.1711
Call the hotel by April 1, 2016 to obtain the group rate of
$155.00 single or double per night or book your room through
http://www.csmc.ca/hoteltravel.php. Shuttle transportation
between the hotel and all terminals at nearby Pearson
International Airport is available.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The workshops provide a thought-provoking and interactive
means to learn about techniques and emerging knowledge in
clinical care, service delivery, product development and
research. The Welcoming Reception in the Exhibit Hall affords a
prime opportunity for professional networking. Through this
Conference, participants will be able to:
• Identify seating and mobility assessment procedures,
prescription practices and products available for clients
with disabilities;
• Review, compare and explain the benefits and/or con
traindications of various service models and assistive
technologies;
• Identify resources for seating, mobility and associated
assistive technologies;
• Review and discuss emerging research related to seating
and mobility practices.
ATTENDANCE CERTIFICATE/CEU’s
Mobility Products Co.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
A certificate of attendance will be provided upon request by
email to [email protected]. Sign up for Continuing Education
Units (CEU’s) online when you register or at the Registration
Desk. There is a $10 fee, payable at the time of sign up.
Conference Coordinator: Theresa Risi
231 Oak Park Blvd. Suite 214
Oakville, Ontario L6H 7S8
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
Website:
519.208.0190
905.257.9640
[email protected]
www.csmc.ca
EDUCATION FUNDING AVAILABLE –
DID YOU KNOW?
Education funding is available in Ontario through the Allied
Health Professional Development Fund. (www.ahpdf.ca) Check
with your Provincial/Territorial Association to learn about
relevant funding initiatives if you reside outside of Ontario.
EXHIBIT HALL –
NEW PRODUCT SHOWCASE
Explore the Exhibit Hall to view the latest equipment and to
network with company representatives. New products are
highlighted by RED balloons. Use the ballot from your
registration envelope to cast your vote for the Harding Award
for Product Innovation. The draw takes place during
Wednesday’s lunch in the Exhibit Hall.
VIDEO AND AUDIO RECORDINGS
Recordings of any type are prohibited during all presentations
within the Conference Program unless written permission has
been requested and granted by both the Conference organizers
and the speaker.
TUESDAY, MAY 3
7:30am – 5:00pm
Registration Desk Open
7:30am – 8:30am
Continental Breakfast
8:00am – 12:00pm
Tech School
9:00am – 10:30am
Workshop Block A (90 mins)
10:30am – 11:00am
Education Coffee Break
11:00am – 12:00pm
Workshop Block B (60 mins)
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Registrant Lunch
1:00pm – 2:30pm
Workshop Block C (90 mins)
1:00pm – 3:00 pm
Tech School
2:30pm – 5:00pm
Exhibit Hall Open – Welcoming Reception & New Product Walk
WEDNESDAY, MAY 4
7:30am – 5:00 pm
Registration Desk Open
7:30am – 8:30am
Continental Breakfast
8:00am – 9:30am
Workshop Block D (90 mins)
8:00am – 12:00pm
Tech School
9:30am – 3:00pm
Exhibit Hall Open
9:30am – 12:00pm
New Product Walk in Exhibit Hall
11:00am – 12:00pm
Workshop Block E (60 mins)
12:00pm – 12:30pm
Lunch in Exhibit Hall
1:00 pm
Harding Award Winner Announcement
2:00pm – 2:30pm
Cookie Break in Exhibit Hall
3:00pm
Exhibit Hall Closes
3:00pm – 4:30pm
Education Block F (90 mins)
CONFERENCE EVENT SCHEDULE &
FEE STRUCTURE
CONFERENCE EVENT SCHEDULE
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FEE STRUCTURE
2016 Registration Fees
Conference Registration
One day (Tuesday or Wednesday)
Two day (Tuesday and Wednesday)
By 04/01/16
After 04/01/16
99.00
159.00
149.00
249.00
2016 Exhibit Personnel– COMPLIMENTARY BUSINESS WORKSHOPS
Personnel of Exhibiting Companies are eligible for complimentary attendance
at the Business Courses within the Conference program. Registration of Exhibiting
Companies Personnel for these courses must be made directly with the Conference
Coordinator via email at [email protected] or by contacting the office at
519-208-0190.
All Conference Fees are in Canadian Dollars and are subject to 13% HST
Online registration is now available at: www.csmc.ca
Mobility Products Co.
TECH SCHOOL
TECH SCHOOL
WORKSHOP GUIDE: WORKSHOP BLOCK A
Tuesday, May 3, 2016
8:00am – 12:00 Noon
QLOGIC 2 & iLEVEL: THE TECHNOLOGY BEHIND THE BENEFITS –
Quantum Rehab continually strives to provide and develop complex rehab technology. There are many features and options
that can be accessed through programming to meet client’s needs. Commonly Encountered Requests and Technical Fixes will
be addressed during this Technical Session. Drive Program File Management and Advanced Feature Programming will
provide insight into addressing complex client needs. An overview of the innovation behind iLevel power seat elevation will
illustrate how technology advances to enhance clinical function
PRESENTED BY:
Tim Teagle, Senior Technician, Pride Mobility Products & Quantum Rehab
WORKSHOP BLOCK A (90 MINUTES)
Tuesday, May 3, 2016
9:00am – 10:30am
W1 – EXHIBITOR WORKSHOP
W3 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
THE OTHER SEAT! SEATING AND POSITIONING
CONSIDERATIONS FOR REHAB SHOWER
COMMODE CHAIRS
HOW OLD IS TOO OLD? DETERMINING ASSISTIVE
TECHNOLOGY FOR THE ELDERLY
A lot of time and resources are invested on skin integrity
preservation and positioning strategies to help reduce the
incidence of sitting acquired decubitus ulcers and postural
deviations while sitting in manual and power wheelchairs.
Regrettably, these individuals are still at significantly high risk of
the same seating challenges if they are using improperly
configured and poorly adjusted rehab shower commode chairs
(RSCCs).
This presentation will review the clinical and functional needs
of such individuals in conjunction with the seating and
positioning attributes of rehab shower commode chairs.
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W2 – EXHIBITOR WORKSHOP
DEMYSTIFY THE MAGIC. UNLOCKING POSSIBILITIES
WITH SPECIALTY CONTROLS PART 1
PRE-REQUISITE FOR PART 2: W20
Attendees will advance their knowledge of adaptive switches
and interactive environmental controls as it relates to powered
mobility. The 90 minute workshop with hands on opportunities
will introduce the latest from Adaptive Switch Labs (ASL) and
Invacare. This workshop is ideal for OTs PTs and other healthcare
professionals who wish to become more confident
prescribing Powered Mobility and will demonstrate how you
can improve patient outcomes and social interaction through
the use of mouse emulation and alternative controls.
PRESENTED BY:
Rick Alves, Technical Educator, Invacare
PRESENTED BY:
Sheila Buck, B.Sc. (OT). OT Reg. (Ont.), Therapy Now
W4 – BUSINESS WORKSHOP
RETAIL AND COMPLEX REHAB:
A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN
Sharon Sutherland (Pratt), PT, Raz Design
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This workshop is intended for individuals involved in
recommending seating and positioning equipment to
"geriatric” clients. There will be an interactive discussion on
client needs, related diagnosis, environmental and lifestyle
barriers, along with ways to prioritize these needs in order to
make optimal product choices. Attendees will gain insight into
critical seating product design criteria and how to best match
product features and benefits to the elderly client’s needs and
desires.
Chocolate and peanut butter. Peas and carrots. Retail and
complex rehab. It’s a match made in heaven! This session will
provide you with the tools and insight you need to create a truly
thriving retail revenue stream as part of your existing complex
rehab business. Want to add 20% revenue growth to your P&L?
We’ll show you how! You’ll learn how the right combination of
life-changing retail products, consumer education, retail store
culture and smart marketing strategies can sky rocket your
business to success. We reveal the fun that comes with a busy
retail store environment, and the best part of all, has NO
receivable! Like cash? Don’t miss this!
PRESENTED BY:
Jim Greatorex, Business Development, VGM Retail Services
W5 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
TEACHING WHEELCHAIR SKILLS
This hands on workshop provides clinicians with the tools
needed to teach wheelchair handling. Up to twenty specific
skills will be covered subject to the availability of appropriate
obstacles (e.g., curbs and steep inclines etc). Participants will
have an opportunity to practice the skills and to teach others.
Each skill will be described and the reasons for learning
discussed. Ideal chair set up to facilitate learning will be
described and teaching points explained.
Mobility Products Co.
PRESENTED BY:
Ian Denison, PT, ATP, GF Strong Rehab
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PAEDIATRICS
GERIATRICS
WOUND CARE
ASSESSMENT
ASSOCIATED TOPICS
SERVICE & DELIVERY
WORKSHOP GUIDE: WORKSHOP BLOCK B
WORKSHOP BLOCK B (60 MINUTES)
Tuesday, May 3, 2016
11:00am – 12:00 Noon
W6 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
W8 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
YOUR HOME, YOUR INDEPENDENCE
THE SCIENCE & ERGONOMICS OF SKIN PROTECTION
HME Mobility and March of Dimes Canada host a 60 minute
presentation on all aspects of home modifications. Topics
include Ceiling, Porch and Stairway lifts, Elevators, Ramps, Door
Operators, Railings and Bathrooms. We also include solutions
for Lighting, Locks, Faucets and Handles. This presentation has
evolved over the years and is presented annually at the National
Home Show in Toronto. We provide real life examples of
challenges and solutions that Therapists and Clients have dealt
with. We present the solutions, Using standard and creative
thinking, that obtained the end result of greater accessibility
within and outside the home. This is an interactive presentation
with open question and answers throughout. Bring your
examples of issues you have seen and we can work together to
find solutions. Join Lonny McGinnis and John Compton for this
lively presentation.
Application of basic ergonomics in the evaluation and selection
of seat and back support surfaces will be presented with case
studies to illustrate these concepts. The correlation between
the position of the spinal-pelvic structure and physiologic
systems such as respiration, circulation & digestion will be
reviewed. The effect of extrinsic factors on various cushion
materials will also be discussed.
PRESENTED BY:
John Compton, Access Manager, HME Mobility Inc
W7 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
FROM THEORY TO PRACTICE: ACHIEVING SUCCESS
WITH CUSTOM-MOLDED SEATING SOLUTIONS –
PART 1,
PRE-REQUISITE FOR PART 2: W21
Achieving optimal functional performance in a wheeled base is
contingent upon multiple factors. Stable seating is one of those
factors. However, stability is of no value if it ends up limiting
function. Finding the balance between stability and mobility
for individuals with a complex physical presentation is of vital
importance in achieving success in functional activities,
whether using a power or manual platform. Part 1 of this
two-part workshop will address the theories behind molded
seating. We will address the assessment process; goal-setting;
the reasons to use custom-molding; the types of custom
molding and the variables to consider when selecting the
product; and details that impact the final solution. In Part 2,
registrants will have hands-on experiences creating custom
molds with participation of multiple manufacturers and
facilitation by therapists with extensive experience in working
with clients requiring such systems. Come prepared to discuss
your clinical scenarios and dilemmas. Be ready to actively
participate in this interactive session which will encourage you
to contrast and compare various custom molding techniques
and reflect on how they may apply to the clients you serve
PRESENTED BY:
Diane Tait, OT Reg. (Ont.), Hamilton Health Sciences
Patricia Illman, OT Reg. (Ont.), Hamilton Health Sciences
Deborah Cox, OT Reg. (Ont.), Hamilton Health Sciences
PRESENTED BY:
Stephanie Tanguay, OT, ATP, Motion Concepts
W9 – BUSINESS WORKSHOP
STALKERS TO SOUL MATES: BUILDING YOUR ONLINE
SALES RELATIONSHIPS WITH SEO, SEM, AND SMM
Do you sometimes feel like you’re being followed by your
favorite brands online? You are not imaging it! This presentation
will reveal the juicy details on how big brands are using online
marketing techniques to continually remind you of their
products as you surf the net, but these techniques aren’t just for
large corporations. We’ll show you how to stalk for HME sales
using the latest remarketing and social listening tools, as well
valuable Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing
and Social Media Marketing techniques that will enhance
customer experience and slowly turn your online customers
into your soul mates!
PRESENTED BY:
Carrie Fitzgerald, Account Executive, VGM Group
W10 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
EARLY INTERVENTION AND STANDING.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS AND TRENDING
BEST PRACTICES?
Human beings are designed to stand. Following a typical
developmental process, children start pulling themselves to a
standing position from as early as nine months old. This
naturally progresses to creeping along furniture, to
independent walking at approximately 11-15 months old.
When development is seamless, we take this progression for
granted, and don’t stop to think how important the upright
posture is. However, when children have moderate to severe
physical disabilities (for example, cerebral palsy, spina bifida,
muscular dystrophy, developmental delay, or acquired injuries
to name a few) which prevent them from weight bearing
independently, this developmental progression may not take
place or skills already gained may be lost. Independent
standing or walking may not be achievable. Therefore
developing or maintaining an upright posture using specially
designed standing frames becomes critically important. There
has been much discussion in recent times around clinical best
practices and standing. Please attend this session prepared to
share your thoughts and best practices.
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PRESENTED BY:
Sharon Sutherland (Pratt), PT, Seating Solutions, LLC
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ASSESSMENT
ASSOCIATED TOPICS
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SERVICE & DELIVERY
WORKSHOP GUIDE: WORKSHOP BLOCK B
TECH SCHOOL
WORKSHOP GUIDE: WORKSHOP BLOCKS C
WORKSHOP BLOCK B (60 MINUTES)-CONTINUED
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Tuesday, May 3, 2016
11:00am – 12:00 Noon
W11 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
W12 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
DRIVER CONTROL LOCATION INFLUENCE ON
POSTURE, PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION AND
PERFORMANCE
WHAT DID I GET MYSELF INTO?
In development of powered mobility systems seating is often
considered in isolation from driver controls. A seating
assessment focuses on postural support required for alignment,
skin protection, tone management and function. It is essential
to also consider the influence of the driver control and client
movements required to activate and maintain function of this
control while dealing with the sensory and vestibular effects of
movement through the environment so as not to promote
destructive postural tendencies. This presentation will address
postural considerations for selection of driver control options
through case examples and equipment experiences.
The prescription seemed so straight forward. But somehow it
has gone sideways with unending visits, an unhappy client,
frustrated sales rep and no end in sight. How did it get this far
and how can you make it end! Through the use of case studies,
this session will examine the use of best practices to negotiate
a completion of prescription that seems to be endless.
**Caution: Not all stories have a happy ending.
PRESENTED BY:
Stefanie Sukstorf Laurence, B.Sc.OT, OT Reg. (Ont.)
Motion Specialties
PRESENTED BY:
Kathryn Fisher, B Sc OT, Shopper’s Home Healthcare
Russ Rolt, Active Controls
TECH SCHOOL
Tuesday, May 3, 2016
1:00pm – 3:00pm
ALTERNATE DRIVE CONTROLS & COMMUNICATION DEVICES
The Permobil work shop will be a hands on experience covering all Permobil alternative controls, from head controls,
sip-n-puff, foot control, standard proportional R-net joysticks, and an array of alternative joysticks. Also being covered will be
communication devices such as the I Device, which will allow operation of an IPhone, IPad or IPod. For Android the R-net
Bluetooth mouse module 1 & 2 will be covered, and for external device, such as ECU and door openers, the R-net output
module will be shown. To finish of the work shop the introduction of a new product Virtual Seating Coach will be presented.
Through an app installed on the clients’ smartphone, clinicians will be able to prescribe a specific seating and positioning
regimen, including the amount of tilt and recline, hold time for the position, as well as number of times per day the function
should be used
PRESENTED BY:
Mark Williams, Territory Sales Manager, Permobil
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Mobility Products Co.
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W13 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
W16 – EXHIBITOR WORKSHOP
THE CHALLENGES OF TEACHING AND SUPPORTING
FUNCTIONAL INDEPENDENCE IN THE USE OF
POWERED MOBILITY FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH
COMPLEX BODIES, ESPECIALLY WHEN USING
ALTERNATIVE ACCESS - PART 1
PRE-REQUISITE FOR PART 2: W33
STANDING: IT'S A BASIC HUMAN RIGHT!
To assist individuals in developing competency with powered
mobility, old paradigms of driver’s training and equipment
configurations must be acknowledged, yet changed: Children
who are in their powered systems for the first time are not
going to demonstrate the skills they will develop over time.
The configurations of their systems need to reflect this. With
the current programmable electronics, it is critical that the
programming support “first time” use and then change when
“skills and competence develop.” Programming must reflect the
environments being learned, as well as the access being
utilized. Seating must also change. Seating must support
movement in the body, and allow movement within the system.
Sensate bodies do not develop postural control while
restrained, or relaxed. I will share specific configurations of
seating and strategies which work. I will share how to configure
and program systems for learning and then how these systems
must change as competence and experience continue.
PRESENTED BY:
Karen Kangas, OTR/L, Adjunct University
W14 – EXHIBITOR WORKSHOP
“PASSION FOR THE PARALYMPICS”
OTTOBOCK SPORT AND ACTIVE PERFORMANCE
You will learn about Ottobock’s journey with the Paralympic
movement that spans over 25 years. How Ottobock has
combined their hands on service experience at many
Paralympic games and their partnership with world class
athletes to create innovative products. Ottobock has used this
knowledge and experience to develop prosthetics and mobility
products for active people, recreational sport clients all the way
to the elite athlete
PRESENTED BY:
Hughes Myner, Director of Sales, Mobility Solutions,
Ottobock Healthcare Canada
W15 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
STANDARDIZING FUNCTIONAL MOBILITY
OUTCOMES: REVIEW & PRELIMINARY DATA ANALYSES
Standardized outcome measures and associated datasets are
necessary to improve evidence and accountability in the field of
mobility assistive equipment. This session will review
challenges and strategies associated with the implementation
of standardized measures in the clinical routine and associated
data collection, aggregation, and analyses will be discussed. To
further illustrate strategies, the Functional Mobility Assessment
(FMA) will be presented. The FMA is a simple yet validated 10
item questionnaire to assess consumer-satisfaction with
functional mobility and the use of mobility devices (i.e. walking
aids, manual wheelchairs, power wheelchairs, and scooters).
Along with the FMA is an associated Minimum/Uniform Dataset
(M/UDS). This presentation will discuss the systematic
development and validation of the FMA Database and
strategies for implementation into clinical practice, case
management, and utilization review. Preliminary analyses of
aggregated data will be shared indicating trends in practice and
associated outcomes.
Wheelchair users often experience painful, problematic and
costly secondary complications due to long term sitting.
Standing is an effective way to counterbalance many of the
negative effects of constant sitting. This workshop will review
the benefits of standing and the related evidence to support
the activity. The assessment process and clinical considerations
will be explored. The focus of the workshop will be on the
incorporation of standing within the mobility device and how
we can best meet our clients’ needs throughout their day and
within all their environments. How do we assess, prescribe and
justify both standing and mobility and how can we ensure that
our clients are optimizing their potential and achieving
engagement and a high quality of life.
PRESENTED BY:
Brenlee Mogul-Rotman, B.Sc.O.T., OT Reg.(Ont.), ATP/SMS,
Toward Independence
Allan Boyd, Permobil Canada
W17 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
WHEELCHAIR MAINTENANCE
Some people using wheelchairs have little or no interest in the
ongoing need for mechanical intervention. This workshop will
help clinicians working in the field identify when a chair is
initially set up so that it rolls with as little effort as possible and
when it needs maintenance to keep it rolling. For those with a
mechanical bent it will also demonstrate how to perform those
adjustments.
PRESENTED BY:
WORKSHOP GUIDE: WORKSHOP BLOCKS C
Tuesday, May 3, 2016
1:00pm – 2:30pm
WORKSHOP GUIDE: WORKSHOP BLOCK C
WORKSHOP BLOCK C (90 MINUTES)
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Ian Denison, PT, ATP, GF Strong Rehab
W18 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
WHEN WHEELCHAIRS WON’T ROLL TOP 10 TIPS FOR PERFECT MANUAL
WHEELCHAIR PERFORMANCE
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“My wheelchair won’t roll!” What do you do when you hear
these words? Panic, reach for your tool kit, or call a technician?
What if you knew exactly what to look for and how to fix it? Or,
better yet, what if you could empower your clients with this
information? Most of the time, problems with propulsion can
be easily remedied through a quick review of the top 10
culprits. As the responsibility of paying for service calls
increasingly falls on the end user, it is even more important for
therapists to empower their clients to take ownership over
wheelchair maintenance. This course will provide practical, easy
to implement wheelchair maintenance tips with opportunity
for hands on experience using a small group format. Attendees
will rotate through 5 stations, examine 5 wheelchairs that won’t
roll and problem solve through the top 10 culprits of poor
propulsion. Attendees will have the opportunity to use tools of
the trade to assess, measure, fix and adjust several aspects of
the wheelchair including caster alignment, tracking error, tire
pressure, caster spin, seat and back tension and centre of
gravity. Attendees will leave with the skills and confidence to
assess, diagnose and even fix these common causes of poor
wheelchair efficiency. Strategies for empowering wheelchair
users to take control of their wheelchair maintenance will be
shared.
PA R T N E R S
Mobility Products Co.
PRESENTED BY:
Jane Fontein, OT. Motion Composites
Tina Roesler, PT, MS, ABDA, Motion Composites
PRESENTED BY:
Mark R. Schmeler, University of Pittsburg, PhD, OTR/L, ATP
Richard M. Schein, University of Pittsburg, PhD, MPH
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ASSESSMENT
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SERVICE & DELIVERY
TECH SCHOOL
TECH SCHOOL
WORKSHOP GUIDE: WORKSHOP BLOCK D
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
8:00am – 12:00 Noon
POWER SCHOOL –
“ALTERNATIVE / SPECIALTY CONTROLS – SET-UP, OPERATION AND MORE!”
This course will cover the details of Alternative Controls / Specialty Controls and also the 6 possible driving aspects of SID
(Specialty Input Devices) – PROP, SWI, 3PROP, 3SWI, SCAN and S&P.
Set-up and programming details will be reviewed whether on unit (i.e. Dual Pro) and with iPad or iPhone or with dedicated
electronic controls (i.e. Omni, Control). Also featuring Switch-It equipment, ASL incorporated device and Stealth I-Drive.
Gain an understanding of the Blue Tooth technologies available now – for iPad, iPhone and Android –along with the standard
Bluetooth choices incorporated on power chairs.
PRESENTED BY:
Ken Kalinowski, Sunrise Medical
WORKSHOP BLOCK D (90 MINUTES)
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
8:00am – 9:30am
W19 – EXHIBITOR WORKSHOP
W21 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
THE OTHER SEAT! SEATING AND
POSITIONING CONSIDERATIONS FOR
REHAB SHOWER COMMODE CHAIRS
FROM THEORY TO PRACTICE: ACHIEVING SUCCESS
WITH CUSTOM-MOLDED SEATING SOLUTIONS – PART 2
PRE-REQUISITE: W 7
A lot of time and resources are invested on skin integrity
preservation and positioning strategies to help reduce the
incidence of sitting acquired decubitus ulcers and postural
deviations while sitting in manual and power wheelchairs.
Regrettably, these individuals are still at significantly high risk of
the same seating challenges if they are using improperly
configured and poorly adjusted rehab shower commode chairs
(RSCCs).
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This presentation will review the clinical and functional needs
of such individuals in conjunction with the seating and
positioning attributes of rehab shower commode chairs.
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PRESENTED BY:
Sharon Sutherland (Pratt), PT, Raz Design
W20 – EXHIBITOR WORKSHOP
DEMYSTIFY THE MAGIC. UNLOCKING POSSIBILITIES
WITH SPECIALTY CONTROLS - PART 2
PRE-REQUISITE: W2
Attendees will advance their knowledge of adaptive switches
and interactive environmental controls as it relates to powered
mobility. The 90 minute workshop with hands on opportunities
will introduce the latest from Adaptive Switch Labs (ASL) and
Invacare. This workshop is ideal for OTs PTs and other healthcare
professionals who wish to become more confident prescribing
Powered Mobility and will demonstrate how you can improve
patient outcomes and social interaction through the use of
mouse emulation and alternative controls.
Achieving optimal functional performance in a wheeled base is
contingent upon multiple factors. Stable seating is one of those
factors. However, stability is of no value if it ends up limiting
function. Finding the balance between stability and mobility
for individuals with a complex physical presentation is of vital
importance in achieving success in functional activities,
whether using a power or manual platform. Part 1 of this
two-part workshop will address the theories behind molded
seating. We will address the assessment process; goal-setting;
the reasons to use custom-molding; the types of custom
molding and the variables to consider when selecting the
product; and details that impact the final solution. In Part 2,
registrants will have hands-on experiences creating custom
molds with participation of multiple manufacturers and
facilitation by therapists with extensive experience in working
with clients requiring such systems. Come prepared to discuss
your clinical scenarios and dilemmas. Be ready to actively
participate in this interactive session which will encourage you
to contrast and compare various custom molding techniques
and reflect on how they may apply to the clients you serve.
COORDINATED BY:
Diane Tait, OT Reg. (Ont.), Hamilton Health Sciences
PRESENTED BY:
Rick Alves, Technical Educator, Invacare
Mobility Products Co.
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WORKSHOP GUIDE: WORKSHOP BLOCK D
WORKSHOP BLOCK D (90 MINUTES)-CONTINUED
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
8:00am – 9:30am
W22 – EXHIBITOR WORKSHOP
W24 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
WHAT DETERMINES A “GOOD” CUSHION,
AND HOW DO WE CHOOSE FOR EACH CLIENT?
THE CHALLENGES OF ATYPICAL SIZE
CONFIGURATION IN WHEELCHAIR PRESCRIPTION
This workshop will review basic science of materials approach
when selecting appropriate seating products. Discussions will
revolve around the advantages and limitations of products
based upon scientific principles. Critical characteristics of
effective wheelchair cushion designs will also be discussed with
evidence presented to justify their clinical importance
regarding skin integrity, stability and positioning. Following this
session participants will have a stronger understanding and
better clinical decision-making process to apply these
to achieve better outcomes with their seated clients.
Clinicians who work with consumers who utilize wheeled
mobility or clinicians who prescribe wheeled mobility devices
will find this information helpful. This content focuses on
proper measurement and fit of manual & power mobility
devices for consumers whose needs are not met with ‘standard’
size equipment. This course is relevant for basic, intermediate
and advanced clinicians. A lecture format with power point
including case studies illustrating examples of wheeled
mobility devices configured in atypical size to meet the
mobility and functional needs of consumers with a variety
of diagnosis
PRESENTED BY:
Brenlee Mogul-Rotman, B.Sc.O.T., OT Reg.(Ont.), ATP/SMS,
Toward Independence
Andy Woodcock, ROHO
PRESENTED BY:
Stephanie Tanguay, OT, ATP, Motion Concepts
W23– EXHIBITOR WORKSHOP
ASSESSING FOR ALTERNATIVE DRIVE
During this course we will discuss key components of the
client/caregiver interview when considering power mobility.
We will discuss sensory considerations when assessing for drive
controls, as well as, the various environments of the end user.
We will review different proportional and switch drive systems
and the solutions they can provide to your client. We will detail
recent innovations in alternative drive systems and review the
multitude of options available on the market today. Lastly, we
will identify different access sites for alternative drive controls
based on the end-user’s assessed function and capabilities.
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PRESENTED BY:
Mark Scott, Global Education and Business Development
Manager, Stealth Products
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WORKSHOP GUIDE: WORKSHOP BLOCKS E
WORKSHOP GUIDE: WORKSHOP BLOCK E
WORKSHOP BLOCK E (60 MINUTES) -CONTINUED
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Wednesday, May 4, 2016
11:00am – 12:00 Noon
W25 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
W29– EXHIBITOR WORKSHOP
HOW WHEELCHAIR SETUP AFFECTS PERFORMANCE
WHAT'S "IN" A CUSHION? AIR
Clinicians will be shown the impact set up has on performance
of a wheelchair. There will be discussion about configuring the
chair for hand propulsion, foot propulsion, attendant control
and facilitating transfers. The participant will be made aware
how to optimize chair set up for a particular individual.
Is immersion/ pressure redistribution the most important
property to look at when deciding on a cushion? What other
properties should be assessed when choosing a cushion for
your client. “Comfort”, stability, positioning (adjustability to
accommodate for different body shapes), weight, and
maintenance are just some of the properties that will be
discussed with respect to cushion choice. As well as properties
understanding how to set up a cushion, specifically a Vicair
cushion will be explored to accommodate for a variety of
seating issues including but not exclusive to; sliding out of the
chair, pelvic obliquity, foot propulsion. This will be a hands on
session with time to adjust and set up Vicair cushions.
PRESENTED BY:
Ian Denison, PT, ATP, GF Strong Rehab
W26 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
DYNAMIC SEATING
Who needs dynamic seating? Does movement elicit tone or
enable a static patient’s functional movement? Dynamic
seating can provide support and allow end users to safely move
in planes that are necessary for activities of daily living such as
schoolwork at a desk and safe swallowing. Dynamic seating can
be achieved not only through secondary supports but also
through the mobility base, both manual and power. There will
be case studies of some creative solutions for challenging
problems which dynamic seating can enable the end user to be
functional for ADLs
PRESENTED BY:
Delia “Dee Dee” Freney, OTR/L, ATP, Kaiser Permanente
Keith Schwartz, RTS, ATP, Kaiser Permanente
W30 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
LET’S STOP THE SLIDE
Learn how to address the cause, rather than the symptom, of a
client sliding from a wheelchair. Find out how generic seating
selection, possible modifications, and wheelchair configuration
can work together to address sliding. By understanding the
cause of sliding for a particular client, we can find the most
appropriate solution, rather than seeking “quick fixes” that may
not prove to be effective.
PRESENTED BY:
W27 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
Sheilagh Sherman, OT Reg. (Ont.), Sunrise Medical
DOES CREATIVITY MEAN CUSTOM?
There are many options now available for power positioning
systems. It is important to identify our clients’ specific needs
through a thorough assessment in order to determine how best
to maximize each individual’s function. It is also important to
be aware of potential options to ensure the power positioning
system is set up to provide opportunities for clients to manage
their physical needs as well as optimizing their access to their
environment. Through case examples this presentation will
illustrate creative power positioning solutions using modular
components to address complex client needs.
PRESENTED BY:
Kathy Fisher, B Sc OT, Shopper’s Home Healthcare
Mark Robson, Invacare
W28 – EXHIBITOR WORKSHOP
RISING ABOVE, Q6EDGE 2.0 AND LIFE AT ILEVEL!
EVERYONE DESERVES TO BE AT ILEVEL!
Mobility Products Co.
PRESENTED BY:
Jane Fontein, OT, Dynamic Health Care Solutions
This session offers a detailed overview of the new Quantum Q6
Edge 2.0 power base with iLevel power seat elevation. Of the
different positioning functions that complex rehab technology
wheelchairs can offer — including tilt, recline and elevating leg
rests — seat elevation presents the biggest challenge when it
comes to funding and justification. Despite a myriad of clinical
benefits, this option remains largely unused. A recent rise in
consumer demand coupled with industry-wide product
innovation is about to change that.
PRESENTED BY:
Kirk Henderson, Senior Area Sales Manager - Central
Ontario, Pride Mobility Products and Quantum Rehab
W31 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
UNDERSTAND ASSESS &
ACCOMMODATE VISION LOSS IN OLDER ADULTS
Vision loss impacts the functional skills of more than 25% of
seniors and many adults with neurological deficits, such as
CVAs, MS and ABI. This workshop will provide an understanding
of the functional implications of the most common eye
conditions experienced by these populations. Assessment of
aspects of functional vision needed for mobility will be
demonstrated, so that clinicians can incorporate this into their
usual practice, and appropriately interview seniors regarding
their vision history and services. Accommodations through
strategies, high and low technology aids will be demonstrated
and Ontario services and funding identified to support clients
with vision loss. Home safety and driving tips will also be
reviewed.
PRESENTED BY:
Linda Petty, OT Reg (Ont), L Petty AT Services
W32 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
RISING ABOVE: THE BENEFITS OF
POWER SEAT ELEVATION
Of the different positioning functions that complex rehab
technology wheelchairs can offer — including tilt, recline and
elevating leg rests — seat elevation presents the biggest
challenge when it comes to funding and justification. Despite a
myriad of clinical benefits, this option remains largely unused.
A recent rise in consumer demand coupled with industry-wide
product innovation is about to change that. In this session
we will identify and discuss the functional benefits of PES
technology. We will review the different types of power seat
elevation and the technology behind them.
PRESENTED BY:
Robert Kett, Senior Area Sales Manager - Southwestern
Ontario, Pride Mobility Products and Quantum Rehab
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WORKSHOP GUIDE: WORKSHOP BLOCK F
WORKSHOP BLOCK F (90 MINUTES)
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
3:00pm – 4:30pm
W33 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
To assist individuals in developing competency with powered
mobility, old paradigms of driver’s training and equipment
configurations must be acknowledged, yet changed: Children
who are in their powered systems for the first time are not
going to demonstrate the skills they will develop over time.
The configurations of their systems need to reflect this. With
the current programmable electronics, it is critical that the
programming support “first time” use and then change when
“skills and competence develop.” Programming must reflect the
environments being learned, as well as the access being
utilized. Seating must also change. Seating must support
movement in the body, and allow movement within the system.
Sensate bodies do not develop postural control while
restrained, or relaxed. I will share specific configurations of
seating and strategies which work.
I will share how to
configure and program systems for learning and then how
these systems must change as competence and experience
continue.
W35 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
CAN’T USE A STANDARD JOYSTICK? NO WORRIES!
This workshop focuses on alternative, or specialty, drive
controls. The differences between proportional and
non-proportional specialty controls and between mechanical
and electronic switches will be reviewed. Various alternate
controls will be demonstrated and their clinical application will
be discussed. Programming of specialty controls for optimal
drive ability and function will be shown. Participants will be
given the opportunity to experience driving power chairs with
various alternate controls.
PRESENTED BY:
Sheilagh Sherman, OT Reg (Ont), Sunrise Medical
Ron Claughton, Sunrise Medical
W36 – CLINICAL WORKSHOP
DOES YOUR RESUME REFLECT YOUR SKILL SET?
If someone asked you to show them pictures of your latest
seating and mobility prescriptions, would you be proud to
show them off? What do you need to know to support your
capacity to complete assessments competently? This workshop
will review the basic areas of practical theory and practice
components required to complete a thorough seating and
mobility assessment.
PRESENTED BY:
PRESENTED BY:
Karen Kangas, OTR/L, Adjunct University
Sheila Buck, B.Sc (OT), Reg (Ont), Therapy Now
W34 – EXHIBITOR WORKSHOP
W37 – EXHIBITOR WORKSHOP
SELECTING A WHEELCHAIR SEAT CUSHION:
WHAT IS THE PROCESS?
INNOVATIONS FROM MOTION COMPOSITES
This 90-minute presentation is designed to provide
immediately applicable concepts to anyone involved in the
assessment and prescription of seating technology. The focus of
discussion will be on principles and practices as they relate to
seating/positioning and with a special emphasis on skin
integrity.
Considerations for the selection of seat cushions, using a
clinical and scientific approach, will be reviewed. Interactive
discussion will emphasize the importance of using this
approach as we strive to justify and be accountable for
everything prescribed.
Motion Composites is known as a leader in innovation in the
wheelchair industry. In this course, we will describe the
characteristics of carbon that make it a truly innovative
material for wheelchair design and introduce the newest
ultralight weight, fully adjustable rigid wheelchair in the Motion
Composites line.
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THE CHALLENGES OF TEACHING AND SUPPORTING
FUNCTIONAL INDEPENDENCE IN THE USE OF
POWERED MOBILITY FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH
COMPLEX BODIES, ESPECIALLY WHEN USING
ALTERNATIVE ACCESS - PART 2
PRE-REQUISITE: W13
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PRESENTED BY:
Jane Fontein, OT, Motion Composites
Tina Roesler, PT, MS, ABDA, Motion Composites
PA R T N E R S
PRESENTED BY:
Sharon Sutherland (Pratt), PT, Ottobock
EXHIBITORS
5 Minds Mobility
Ability Online Support Network
Advanced Health Care Products
Altimate Medical (Easy Stand)
BCS Communications/RCCM
Blake Medical
Broda Seating
Can Dan Rehatec Ltd.
CAOT
Convaid
Daher Manufacturing Inc.
Drive Devilbiss Heathcare
Dynamic Health Care Solutions
East Penn Canada
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Enhanced Mobility
Future Mobility
HealthCraft Product Inc.
Human Care Canada Inc.
Invacare Canada LP
Ki Mobility
Maple Leaf Wheelchair
MK Battery
Motion Composites
Motion Concepts
Motion Specialties
NuVision Rehab Group
Ottobock Healthcare
Parsons ADL Inc.
PAEDIATRICS
GERIATRICS
Permobil
Pride Mobility Product
PRM Rehab
Prodije
Quantum Rehab
R82 Inc.
Raz Design Inc.
Ride Designs
SOS Medical Products
Stander Inc.
Sunrise Medical Canada Inc.
TiLite Canada
Triumph Mobility Inc.
Mobility Products Co.
*List as of March 15 2016
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