Virginia S Nelson1. 1. Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Michigan Medical School, 325 E. Eisenhower, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA. vsnelson@umich.edu
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Children with spinal cord dysfunction interact with their environment in different ways than their able-bodied peers. To enable them to participate in typical, age-appropriate activities, they must be provided with various types of equipment. Choosing from available options involves a team approach. SUMMARY: This article discusses general types of durable medical equipment for mobility (wheelchairs, strollers, standers), communication (including augmentative communication devices and computers), self-care, and recreation. Provision of this equipment for these children enhances their ability to learn and to take part in everyday activities and improves their quality of life.
BACKGROUND:Children with spinal cord dysfunction interact with their environment in different ways than their able-bodied peers. To enable them to participate in typical, age-appropriate activities, they must be provided with various types of equipment. Choosing from available options involves a team approach. SUMMARY: This article discusses general types of durable medical equipment for mobility (wheelchairs, strollers, standers), communication (including augmentative communication devices and computers), self-care, and recreation. Provision of this equipment for these children enhances their ability to learn and to take part in everyday activities and improves their quality of life.
Authors: S van Drongelen; S de Groot; H E J Veeger; E L D Angenot; A J Dallmeijer; M W M Post; L H V van der Woude Journal: Spinal Cord Date: 2006-03 Impact factor: 2.772
Authors: Bonita J Sawatzky; Gerard P Slobogean; Christopher W Reilly; Christine T Chambers; Adrienne T Hol Journal: J Rehabil Res Dev Date: 2005 May-Jun
Authors: S David Algood; Rory A Cooper; Shirley G Fitzgerald; Rosemarie Cooper; Michael L Boninger Journal: Arch Phys Med Rehabil Date: 2005-03 Impact factor: 3.966