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Sheila Buck, Occupational Therapist and owner of Therapy NOW! Inc. is pleased to announce a new release of the revised edition of her book,

"More Than 4 Wheels:
Applying clinical practice to seating, mobility and assistive technology"
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From the Cover:

"Sheila’s knowledge of seating for individuals with tetraplegia, and her expertise with a range of options helped me not only to sit upright and comfortably, but make the best possible use of my function and mobility — something that proved difficult before then." — Taposhi Batabyal, client

"Working with Sheila has both increased my knowledge and insight to the needs of clients facing mobility challenges. Her drive has ensured that clients receive the most appropriate and updated equipment. Client choice is a priority for her. She has always pushed my imagination to the limits and working together we have been able to ensure that each client ends up with equipment that is totally designed and fitted for the individual." — Teresa Pyren, dealer sales rep.

"Sheila’s ability to present her clinical expertise in seating and mobility is not only thorough but extremely practical. You’ll always come away with ready to apply solutions." — Julia Pereira, Occupational Therapist

"More Than 4 Wheels" is about
  • prescribing and delivering assistive technology
  • assessment techniques
  • seating principles
  • manual wheelchair prescription and set up
  • power wheelchair considerations
  • considerations for walker prescription
  • fall safety including lifts, transfers, toiletting and bathing
  • spasticity and its impact on seating
  • considerations for bariatric and pediatric seating
  • custom contoured seating
  • seating and mobility for the aging population
  • common diagnosis with relevant assistive technology
A Must Read For:
  • Occupational Therapists
  • Physiotherapists
  • Occupational and Physiotherapist Assistants
  • DME dealer reps
  • Manufacturer reps
  • orthotists/prosthetists working in seating
  • caregivers and medical professionals
  • students in post secondary programs which provide education on the use and prescription of assistive technology/seating and mobility equipment

PLUS!An appendix of common terminology used in the field of seating and mobility.

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