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Needs of bariatric people for mobility

Needs of bariatric people for mobility

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25.08.2023

Bariatric clients are those with a high body weight, most of whom will also have a diagnosis of obesity. Since 1998, obesity has been recognised as a chronic disease. (1) This results when the body is consuming less energy than it is taking in, causing an imbalance that leads to an accumulation of excess adipose (fat) tissue. Body mass index (BMI) calculates the relationship between a person's height and weight. It is often used as a starting point to determine whether someone is obese, although it may not be fully accurate. (2)

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Weighing Weight: Thinking Critically about Wheelchair Optimisation

Weighing Weight: Thinking Critically about Wheelchair Optimisation

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27.07.2023

Let’s start with the question - Does weight matter in terms of active user manual self-propel wheelchairs? Often a nuanced, even controversial topic among experienced wheelchair prescribers- what is your initial reaction? If you have a moment, make a few notes before reading further.

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Justification of a Gemino 30 Rollator in Parkinson's disease

Justification of a Gemino 30 Rollator in Parkinson's disease

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07.07.2023

Symptoms typical of Parkinson's disease include stiff muscles (rigor), movement disorders (akinesia, hypokinesia, bradykinesia), uncontrollable tremors and a stooped posture; all contributing towards reduced balance and function. Additional symptoms can include speaking and swallowing difficulties, disturbances in blood pressure, digestion, sleep, and mental impacts including depression and dementia.To address these presentations, a rollator is commonly prescribed for falls prevention and to prevent secondary effects of advanced age, inactivity or previous falls.

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Boarding Soon: Wheelchairs on Commercial Aircraft

Boarding Soon: Wheelchairs on Commercial Aircraft

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03.01.2023

There have been efforts to make positive changes for flying with a wheelchair with input from consumer groups like the Paralyzed Veterans of America and United Spinal, as well as several airlines, RESNA, in-cabin manufacturers, and governmental agencies.

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When Is the Right Time to Prescribe a Walking Frame?

When Is the Right Time to Prescribe a Walking Frame?

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29.04.2022

As a pediatric physiotherapist, one of the most frequent questions parents ask me is, "Is my child going to walk?" Naturally, it's up there as one of the most emotive topics. The dream of seeing their child take their first steps is something that all parents hope to witness. It's a highly emotive topic for us physiotherapists, too.

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