Preventing Sliding in Wheelchairs Sliding down in a wheelchair is a common struggle if the equipment does not match the rider's needs. We will explore the effects of sliding and examine common "quick fixes" with commentary on why those "quick fixes" often fail. In addition, we will look at how understanding the underlying causes of sliding leads to more effective solutions, including features of seating and wheelchair configuration. 12/1/2025 Keep Reading
Sunrise Medical Wheelchair Cushion Comparison Chart & Medicare Funding Guide After conducting an evaluation and understanding a client's needs, selecting the most appropriate cushion can be challenging. The goal of this article is to not only assist in determining seat cushion coverage criteria, but to identify common client characteristics and differentiate between the Sunrise Medical seat cushions that fall into each of the seven main categories. This will aid in making better informed choices for appropriate application of each seat cushion along with justification. 7/18/2025 Keep Reading
Choosing the Right Back Support for You There are multiple factors to consider when choosing the appropriate back support for manual and power wheelchair riders. There are many different types that have unique attributes to best support the client. This guide provides helpful clinical goals, specific features to consider, and suggestions. 5/22/2023 Keep Reading
Guide for Finding the Best Head Position for Your Client Even though we are taught that seating and positioning begins at the pelvis, it is common for people to attempt to reposition a client's head and/or the head support equipment the moment they see the client's head not perfectly positioned at midline. Head supports and components of head supports are important pieces of the seating system puzzle. It is essential that the proper time and considerations are given to selecting these items as a part of the evaluation process. 8/31/2021 Keep Reading
Managing Microclimate Because of their limited mobility and sensation, wheelchair users are at risk for tissue injuries. We've known for decades that pressure and shear are clear culprits in these injuries, but continued research is determining that higher skin surface temperature and moisture are also contributing factors and management of this climate is also critical in healthy skin promotion. 4/29/2020 Keep Reading
