University of Miami

In reviewing the week, I was reflecting on an In-Service given at the University of Miami rehab department this past Wednesday. In-Service programs are a great way to share information and to become a resource for Rehab departments; where the ultimate goal is to help improve the lives of people with mobility impairments.

This in service was focused on seating and positioning. Although we discussed several types of equipment and what funding sources are paying for; if the patient is not seated properly you can have the best equipment and not have the best outcomes.

The value of a Seating and Mobility Specialist seemed to be the biggest take away at this weeks inservice. Although the group knew about an A.T.P. certification, they were not aware of the effort it took to receive and keep this. Additionally they were unaware that there were advanced certifications such as the S.M.S. (Seating and Mobility Specialist) and C.R.T.S. (Certified Rehab Technology Supplier).  They were happy to hear that there is so much behind the scenes efforts to improve the standards and access led by the industry.

I was happy to see that their Seating and Mobility team had asked where they could learn more as they want to get better. I provided them with industry events like Medtrade, and the International Seating Symposium as well as suggested they become friends of NRRTS where they could join webinars with the leading speakers in the seating/mobility industry.

Sure, my initial reason for presenting to University of Miami was to promote the services of Active Mobility Center; but knowing that I was helping increase awareness, increase knowledge and provide resources to our community....I was reminded that Iam helping make our community better.

This blog was written by Carey Britton, Seating and Mobility Specialist for Active Mobility Center.  I can be reached at (954) 946-5793 or cbritton@wheelchairguys.com