In clinics around the world, sliding has always been reported as a major problem in wheelchair seating. iShear can be used as an instrument to help educate clients and caregivers about the correct use and set-up of the wheelchair. The following clinical cases describe the use of iShear as a tool when evaluating a seating system. If you have an interesting case of your own that you are willing to share, please contact us.
Background Client: M. M. 27 year old male with C.V.A. Suffers from sensory deficits left side and apraxia Is undergoing acute rehab at Ghent University Hospital, Belgium Posture assessment: Pelvic obliquity right Pelvic rotation left Posterior pelvic tilt Short hamstrings left Mobility assessment: Uses foot propulsion right, combined with hand propulsion. A clinical case by:…
Background Client: Mrs. C. A 54 year old female with brain anoxia after swallowing incident. Vision right deficit Increased flexion tone Limited upper extremity function Impaired speech Is undergoing acute rehab at Ghent University Hospital, Belgium Posture assessment: Pelvic obliquity left Posterior pelvic tilt Pelvic rotation to right Short hamstrings left and right Hip…
Background Client: Mr. S. – 46-year-old male. Diagnosis: End stage kidney disease (not palliative), on haemodialysis 3x/week Peripheral neuropathy Right below-knee amputation 2016 Left below-knee amputation 2017 Type 2 diabetes mellitus, poorly controlled Diabetic retinopathy Hypertension History: Mr. S. is a 46-year-old man who lives alone in his own home. Despite being unable to work, Mr.…
