GO Where You Want to Go: Power Up for Functional Mobility

Course Description:    

This session will examine the decision making process required to choose the most appropriate functional mobility device - focusing on power mobility. Through the use of research and case studies, participants will learn the importance of a thorough evaluation to determine the most appropriate mobility device for their clients. Specific recommendations for overcoming funding challenges will be shared. Time will also be allotted for audience participation with equipment and discussion.


Presenter:    

Amy Meyer, PT ATP
Pediatric and Standing Specialist
Permobil, Inc.


Target Audience: This program is designed for Physicians, Nurses, Case Managers, PTs, OTs, PTAs, COTAs, equipment suppliers, and any other rehabilitation professionals who prescribe wheelchair seating systems.


Level: Intermediate


Contact Hours:   7.25


Course Objectives:

  1. Participants will state three current perceptions related to prescribing power mobility over manual mobility.

  2. Participants will be able to state three aspects of choosing the most appropriate alternative drive control to match the client’s functional needs.

  3. Participants will compare and contrast the differences between the three main types of drive wheel configurations on power wheelchair bases.

  4. Participants will describe the possible power seat functions available on power wheelchair bases and indications for their use.

  5. Participants will list three benefits to integrating a standing feature into a client’s wheelchair base.

  6. Participants will list two strategies for the documentation and appeals process that will improve the likelihood of obtaining funding for complex rehab equipment.


Schedule:

8:00 – 8:15  

Introductions – Review of Objectives

8:15 – 10:00

Solutions for Functional Mobility Devices

10:00 – 10:15

Morning Break

10:15 – 12:00

Choosing the Most Appropriate Power Base

12:00 – 1:00

Lunch

1:00 – 2:00

Power Mobility Access Options

2:00 – 2:30

Alternate Access Methods break out session

2:30 – 2:45

Afternoon Break

2:45 – 4:00

Power Seat Functions and Funding Solutions

4:00 – 4:45

Power Seat Functions break out session

4:45 – 5:00

Questions/Wrap Up