Mat Eval 101

This course will facilitate critical thinking, assist participants develop clear documentation skills and achieve positive clinical objective outcomes

This comprehensive program is designed to provide applicable concepts to anyone involved in the assessment as well as the prescription of seating and positioning technology. The focus of discussion will be on principles and biomechanics of seating and positioning to maximize function. The assessment process will be reviewed from initial client contact through the final equipment prescription. Special emphasis will be placed on the value of the “hands on” seating assessment as well as on how to translate the assessment findings into necessary product parameters. Considerations for the selection of seat cushions, using a clinical and scientific approach, as well as back support systems will be reviewed. This course will facilitate critical thinking, assist participants develop clear documentation skills and achieve positive clinical objective outcomes.

Course Instructors:

Amy Bjornson BS, MPT, ATP, SMS, Physiotherapist
Clinical Educational Manager
Sunrise Medical Australia