NEWCASTLE: Configura Chairs- Introduction to Seating Management
Date Posted:23 June 2025
Configura Chairs: Introduction to Seating Management:
Part 1: Clinical Training & Interactive Simulation Seating Management (2 hours)
This session combines theoretical knowledge with an interactive simulation to lay the foundation for effective seating management. Participants will:
- Explore the importance of seating and the basic concepts of seating management.
- Understand the relationship between size, pressure, and posture in seating.
- Gain an overview of pressure care and postural management in seating.
- Learn why Configura chairs are a preferred seating solution.
- Simulation to solution: Engage in interactive seating simulations to understand how various conditions, such as mobility impairments or neurological disorders, impact seating needs.
Part 2: Practical Training Seating Management (2 hours)
- Building on the foundational knowledge from Part 1, this session focuses on hands-on training with Configura chairs. Participants will:
- Learn seating assessment strategies specific to Configura chairs.
- Get an overview of the assessment tools available for seating management.
- Follow a measuring guide for Configura chairs to ensure proper fit and comfort.
- Watch demonstrations of Configura chairs to understand their features and benefits.
- Engage in case studies to determine what adjustments need to be made to Configura chairs, ensuring personalised seating solutions and discussions on the clinical justification for seating choices.
Q&A: Receive personalised feedback and address any practical concerns.
Learning Outcomes:
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- Understand the critical aspects of seating management and the role of Configura chairs in providing effective solutions.
- Apply knowledge of pressure care and postural management to enhance patient comfort and safety.
- Conduct thorough seating assessments and select the appropriate Configura chair for individual patient needs.
- Confidently adjust and customise Configura chairs to meet specific requirements.
- Utilise clinical reasoning to justify seating choices, backed by practical experience and case study insights
Date: Monday 23rd June
Time: 90:00AM - 1:30PM
Venue: Active Mobility
Presenter: Chanelle Olivier (Enable Lifecare)
CPD Points: 4.5 CPD Points