Motor learning suggests that practice, repetition and task specificity are instrumental to task improvement. Sometimes extending the practice of therapeutic activities beyond the clinical environment and into the home is
Removing Limits, One Step at a Time
The Center for Neuro Recovery (CNR) in North Palm Beach, Florida, is not your traditional training and recovery center. It’s rated among the top training centers in the country with
TRAM Tip: Inverting Forearm Mounts for Larger Clients
The Rifton TRAM is a versatile transfer and mobility device that can safely support people of varying abilities and sizes. To do this effectively it’s important to position the body
In Praise of the Athlete
Johnny Agar never considered himself an athlete. Born with cerebral palsy, he used a wheelchair, depended on others to care for him and took his first steps—23 total—at 11 years
Manual Handling Advice PART 3: FAQs By You
Manual handling is an area I am often asked about and it is important to know different techniques that will assist in safe patient transfers. Today, I wasnt to
Comparing Rifton’s Three Gait Training Devices
Since gait training is a focal rehabilitation activity, we’ve done our best to design gait trainers that meet all needs. In addition to our pediatric line of gait trainers we
Using Adaptive Equipment to Foster Participation in Vocational Settings
Physical therapists have long advocated for the use of standers and gait trainers to support the mobility, accessibility and health needs of youth and adults with mobility impairments including education
Manual Handling Advice PART 2: Using An Active Hoist or Patient Lift To Transfer Clients Into A Monaco & Atlanta
You may have already had a chance to see PART 1 of our latest manual handling video sequence, providing tips and advice for hoisting in and out of the Sorrento.
Manual Handling Advice PART 1: Using A Passive Hoist To Transfer Clients Into A Phoenix and Sorrento.
Manual handling is an area I am often asked about and it is important to know different techniques that will assist in safe patient transfers. The techniques you use can
Hygiene, Health and the Rifton Wave
When we make bathing easier, our clients are healthier. The new Rifton Wave, a thoroughly reimagined bath chair, improves the bathing and showering experience for both the client and the