Ditching the Rules: Why We Should Forget About 90°/90°/90° in Seating

Most of us who learned about seating and positioning in university were most likely taught rules for guiding appropriate wheelchair prescription – but how many of us have ever really taken a moment to consider why those rules exist, and whether or not they actually make sense or hold any value? We’d like to take this opportunity to deconstruct some common rules that were taught in the 80’s, many of which are still being taught in graduate programs at top universities today.

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Around the Globe and Back: Am I Making a Difference?

Being home in Ireland has shown to be challenging in many ways, and has allowed me to reflect on where I want to invest my time and energy as I transition to the last stages of my career.

Am I making a difference? Why do I feel so frustrated about creating inspiration, but not change? These are the questions that have led me to take the position as a mentor and move away from the spotlight at conferences and events.

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Two Suitcases and a Desire to Learn: How I Started in Postural Care

A question I get asked a lot is - How did I find myself in this world of postural care and mobility?

This is the story of how my professional journey in postural care started over 30 years ago, highlighting what I’ve learned and how I’ve practiced throughout the transitions from Ireland to Canada and from sports to seating.

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