- Read how remarkable gains in strength and independence are possible using the Rifton Pacer for supported walking...
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- Better muscle mass and strength week by week? See one clinic's results...
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- When the future is uncertain, children manage to keep smiling and parents adapt to their dreams. Be inspired by one story of heroism...
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Use this Positioning Checklist (PDF) to assure each client gets the most from therapy on the Rifton Pacer. (It's easy to tailor for individual clients and caregivers.)
Dear Reader:
Physical exercise can have wonderful health benefits for just about everyone. What's more, for people with physical limitations, participating in recreational activity while upright and at eye level has important emotional benefits - transforming quality of life. The key to getting the most from exercise for your clients can be using the right equipment in the best possible way.
This issue will discuss novel ways to help your clients realize active muscle use and strength gains from exercise - not to mention the excitement of success!
Enjoy,
Lori Potts
Rifton Rapport Editor
PS: As adolescents transition to adulthood, therapists, school staff and family must work together to develop post-school goals. Learn about a new special interest group of the American Physical Therapy Association: Adolescents and Adults with Developmental Disabilities. Check out a useful fact sheet from the APTA about Intervention for Youth Who Are in Transition from School to Adult life.
