Making Power Wheelchair Smarter
Date/Location:
January 20, 2022
Description:
This session will present the emerging area of power mobility known as Smart Wheelchair Technologies. We will begin by identifying the need for Smart Wheelchairs, particularly to avoid collisions and tipping. We will next turn to the definitions, terminology, and classification of this spectrum of interventions in the context of assistive technology. Clinical indicators for use of Smart Wheelchairs will then be addressed. Finally, we will review the currently available products and features. Discussion is encouraged!
Speakers:
Michelle Lange
Learning Outcomes:
The participant will be able to define smart technologies in the context of power wheelchairs.
The participant will be able to list 3 features of smart technologies.
The participant will be able to describe 3 clinical applications of smart technologies.
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CEUs This activity is offered for up to 0.2 CEUs (1.5 hours of instruction). To register for CEUs:
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Upon completion of the two forms and passing the quiz, a CEU certificate will be sent
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