Search results for: 'Power Assist and Power Add-On for Manual Wheelchairs: A Clinical Perspective'

This course introduces the new home medical equipment staff member to power mobility devices (power wheelchairs and scooters). Because of the multitude of brands of power mobility devices and accessories on the market, this course will cover power mobility devices in the broadest generic terms. For specific information related to a particular brand of power mobility device, please consult the vendors.

This course covers topics related to components of power mobility equipment (power wheelchairs and scooters) that most people don't give much thought to until something goes wrong: batteries.

This course introduces the new home medical equipment staff member to the standard manual wheelchair. Because of the multitude of brands of manual wheelchairs and accessories on the market, this course will cover manual wheelchairs in the broadest generic terms. For specific information related to a particular brand of manual wheelchair, please consult the manufacturers. This course also includes links to several manual wheelchair manufacturers.

This course is an introduction to manual wheelchair components and basic service.

This course provides an overview of the sections of the ANSI/RESNA Wheelchair Standards that pertain to the safety of wheelchair-seated passengers in motor vehicles. This course specifically addresses existing sections 18 and 19 and the pending section 20 (commonly called WC18, WC19 and WC20, respectively).

This first course examines the basic goals of the seat cushion and how we can achieve these goals through various features and options. You should complete this course before beginning the course “REHB030b – Selecting the Proper Wheelchair Cushion Materials.”

This course will delve specifically into the features and benefits of different cushion materials (foams, polymer gels, thermoplastic elastomers, viscous fluids and air) and how they address our cushion goals. You should complete the first part of this series – “REHB030a – Selecting the Proper Wheelchair Cushion Features” – before beginning this course.

This third module addresses neuromuscular electrical nerve stimulation (NMES). This series of modules is provided by Rehabilicare.

This second module addresses transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS). This series of modules is provided by Rehabilicare.

This course presents rehab medical terminology used most commonly in relation to subjects that involve the prescribing or selection of wheelchairs and other patient aid equipment.

This is the first of a 3-part series of modules designed to assist you in developing a practical approach to using electrical nerve stimulation (ENS) as an important tool in patient care. This series of modules is provided by Rehabilicare.

This course reviews the effects of immobility on the human body.

This course introduces the new home medical equipment staff member to standard ambulatory aids (canes, crutches and walkers). Because of the multitude of brands of ambulatory aids and accessories on the market, this course will cover ambulatory aids in the broadest generic terms. For specific information related to a particular brand of ambulatory aid, please consult the vendors.

This course reviews the impact of seating and positioning on pressure ulcer risk, and examines relevant interventions for prevention. You should complete the 3-course series called “Overview of Pressure Ulcer Etiology” (OWC006a, b and c) before starting this course.

This course provides an overview of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, symptoms, testing, prevention, available treatments, and outcomes.

This course – along with part 3 of this series, “HMOD003 - Accessibility Design Solutions” – will guide you through the selling and designing of home modifications using an independent/assisted living strategy.

This course focuses on wound healing and local aspects of wound care.

Although ultimately discussion will focus on pressure ulcers, this first part provides foundational knowledge regarding the skin, normal physiology of healing and factors affecting healing and repair. You should complete this series of courses in order: Part 1, followed by Part 2, followed by Part 3.

This course provides information about spinal cord injuries (SCI) and the role a case manager plays in the acute and rehabilitation of persons with SCI.

This course discusses issues, interventions and information pertinent to case managers who work with patients who have sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI).

This course will review the National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP) staging guidelines of pressure ulcers and the risk factors for developing a pressure ulcer. You should complete Part 1 of this series before starting this course, and you should complete this course before starting Part 3.

This course defines home accessibility remodeling: a proactive housing and care alternative for persons with disabilities and others who wish to remain in their homes as their personal health changes and as they grow older.

This course reviews five different levels of home accessibility products and services and looks at some of the more common types of modifications that could be used in specific areas of a client’s home.

This course addresses the use of continuous cold therapy (CCT) to manage post-operative pain.

This course will review the basic strategies in the management of pressure ulcers. You should complete Parts 1 and 2 of this series before starting this course.