1. Positioning for Function
AT Bootcamp
ATIA 2013
Behnke, Marotta
and Wojcik

2. Proper Positioning
 Facilitates Function
 Improves Comfort
 Provides Stability
 Reduces occurrence of
secondary disabilities

3. Positioning for Function:
Workstation
 Chair
 Work surface
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4. Seating options for tasks
Which chair is better for your body over a longer
period of time?
or
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5. Features of Ergonomic Chairs
 Seat Height
 Seat Width / Depth
 Lumbar Support
 Backrest
 Armrests
 Swivel Base

6. Seating options for tasks
Students with ADHD
 Improved Behavior
 Legible word
productivity
(American Journal of OT 2003)
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7. Workstation

8. Additional Positioning Devices
 Wrist Rests
 Forearm Supports

9. Activity
Group Activity # 1

10. Positioning for Function:
Mobility Devices
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11. Types of Mobility
 Manual
 Dependent
 Independent  Power

12. Positioning Supports
 Go to WIKI for
Examples

13. Something to think about….
 Good positioning is
beneficial to
everyone, NOT just a
person who uses a
wheelchair.
 Remember to apply the
same principles of good
seating and positioning to
all environments and
tasks.
 Everyone needs to change
position throughout the
day, we must provide
alternatives.