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Authors
Amanda Blankley
Angela Campbell, MS, APE Specialist
Ann Kurtz
Ann Walsh, MS/CF-SLP
Ashley Rogers, DPT
Barbara Crume, PT, ATP, C/NDT
Barbara Stacy, PT, MOMT
Belinda Horning, BS, Ed.
Bonnie Pruckler, PT
Carlo Vialu, PT, MBA
Carmen Hinkey
Carol Chiulli, PT
Catherine Barton, Pediatric Physiotherapist
Cathy Ripmaster, MSPT
Christy Hupka, PT
Cynthia Dodds, PT, PhD
Cindy Tamayo, PT, MA
Claire Keeler, RN, CPNP, CDE
Clare Stober
Codi Andersen, DPT
Connie Johnson, PT, DScPT
Dave Schreuder
David Zoller, PT
Deanne Inkell, DPT
Deborah Corradi-Scalise, PT, DPT, MA
Delia "Dee Dee" Freney, OTR/L, ATP
Denise Caballero, Day hab assistant
Denise Swensen, PT, DPT
Diane McCormack, OTR
Edith Keiderling
Elena Noble, MPT
Erna Albertz
Gerard Dybel, PT, ScD, GCS
Gilbert Thomson, PT
Ginny Paleg, PT
Jackie Honeyfield, PT
Janine Brouwer, MSPT
Jeoan Pierre, Special Education Teacher
Jill Barrett, MS, PT
Jim Noland SMS, CRTS
Joanne Bundonis PT, PCS, ATP
Jocelyn Newell, PT, DPT, MPT
Joe Keiderling
Joyce Clark, PT
Julie Sues Delaney, PT
Justin Gilligan, PTA
Karen Tartick, PT
Nadine Wallace, PTA, Kathryn Burgwin, PT and Jessica Burton, PT
Kathy Martin, PT, DHSc
Kevin Mullin, CNR Managing Consultant
Kim Lephart, PT, DPT, MBA, PCS
Kirk Wareham
Kristin Capone, PT, DPT, MEd
Laura Laskey, PT, RN
Lauri Cohen OTR/L
Linda Bidabe
Linda Miller, PT, DPT, MOVE™ International Trainer and Amber Menshausen, MOTR/L, MOVE™ International Trainer
Linda Rusiecki PT, DPT, CBIS
Lori Deyo-Obler, PT, MS, C/NDT
Lori Potts, PT
Maggie O’Neil, PT, PhD, MPH
Tiffany Klein, PT, Sarah Quirk, COTA, Catherine Keir, OT and Laura Arnett, PT
Manmeet Maggu
Margaret Rice, PT
Maria A. Jones, PT, PhD
Mark Greenyer
Mary Beth Osborne, PT, DPT, NCS
Maureen Swinger
Melissa K. Tally, PT, MPT, ATP and Erin M. Pope, PT, MPT, ATP
Michele Shusterman
Michelle Meier, PT, DPT
Nancy Papa Doran, OT
Paul Amsterdam
Rachel Mercer, Sales Rep
Ray Mommsen, Rifton Marketing
Richard Harvey
Richard Johnson, International Sales Manager
Sam Durgin
Sherri Glazer
Shirley Dzikowski, PT
Sieglinde Martin, MS PT
Sue Cecere, PT, MHS
Susanna Mommsen, Marketing Associate
Tamara Kittelson Aldred
Tanya Myers, PT, DPT, AnnMarie Stauffer, PT, DPT, and Lisa Gradziel, PT, DPT
Terri Goebel, PT, Kellie Ray, ESE Teacher and Tara Wayland, OTR/L
Terri Oxender, OTR/L, ATP
Rifton Adaptive Mobility Blog
Blog Posts
1998
November
The Joy of Cycling
2005
February
Children with Severe Disabilities and the MOVE Curriculum
June
Cory’s Dream
July
Devon, Average No More
October
Art's Story
We Are Able!
December
The Presentation
The Ranger Tricycle and the Motorcycle Club
2006
February
Determination and Victory: Matthew’s Story
March
Melvin: The Special Olympics Champion
April
Learn About MOVE
May
Hugh's Tricycle
"Juan" in a Million
June
Equipment Recycling AT Access Sites in Kansas
The Life Science Class at Woodland
July
Curtis Miller: A Very Special Role Model
Edgar and the School Choir Program
September
Independence Saddle
October
Brian's Dream
Johanna, still going strong…
2007
March
Ashley: A Case Story, By Barbara Grajek, MA PT
The Fun of Classroom Standing
April
Emma - April 2007
Emma - August 2005
Emma - July 2005
Emma - October 2005
Emma Photos
Emma - September 2005
June
Support Station Success
August
Wyatt's Success Story
November
2008
June
Garth’s Bike
NuStep, II Step, Let's do the III Step!
July
Anchors: Derek
Therapeutic Cycling: Evidence for Practice
August
Anchors: Matthew
Francie’s Story
Karla’s Trike
Rifton Anchors: Facilitate Positioning to Develop Sitting Skills
September
Finally - For Kristen
Robert's Progress with the Pacer
October
Toileting At School: Solved
November
Online Resources for the Pediatric PT
December
A Learning Environment for Your Child with Cerebral Palsy
2009
February
The ICF and People with Developmental Disabilities
January
July
RESNA and the New ATP: A Message
Rifton's Pacer: Practice Opportunity
October
Websites for Pediatric Physical Therapists in Early Intervention
November
Uganda, Here I Come!
2010
February
A Learning Environment for Your Child with Cerebral Palsy
March
Donate Your Used Equipment
Standing Strong
October
A Learning Environment for Your Child with Cerebral Palsy
April
Charlie’s Success
May
“So, What Do You Do?” By Kevin Guoy
June
Cerebral Palsy: One Family’s Blessings, Challenges, and Solutions
December
2011
January
Dream Home
Toby Long on Activity Focused Early Intervention Part III
Toby Long on Activity Focused Early Intervention Part II
Sarah, Me Happy!
February
Adaptive Seating: Evidence for Practice
That's One Small Step for a Girl One Giant Leap for a Family
Welcome to our Blog
March
A Memorable Visit to Rifton
Active Sitting for Task Participation: The Role of Adaptive Chairs
Adaptive Seating Breakthrough
Announcing the Large Rifton Activity Chair
Funding for Disabilities Adaptive Mobility Equipment for Young Children
Pacer Prompt Reduction
Sean Carter Walks Again Video Part 1
Sean Carter Walks Again Video Part 2
TBI Recovery and Supported Gait
April
Pediatric Adaptive Seating Benefits: Doing Away with Passive Seating
Symmetrical Posturing and Adaptive Seating for Task Participation
Adaptive Tricycle for a Child with Special Needs
Benefits of Early Mobility
TBI Patient Finds Mobility with a Rehab Gait Trainer
May
Adaptive Trikes and Chest Prompt Support System
Pacer Gait Trainer Prompt Reduction
Rifton Product Design Development Your Voice Matters
June
Autism Chair by Rifton: Providing Movement Sensory Input through Adaptive Seating
A Bike Ride Fundraiser for Rifton Adaptive Tricycles
Stationary Bike Stand for Adaptive Tricycles
July
Rifton Evidence Update
Announcing the New Small Size Activity Chair
Adaptive Seating: The Right Choice
Brooke's First Ride on an Adaptive Tricycle
August
Funding Pediatric Adaptive Equipment and the Role of Developmental Planning
NRRTS. What's that?
Patient Transfer and Lifting Guidelines Implications for Pediatric Physical Therapists
Seating Problems Solved by the Rifton Activity Chair
September
MOVE: Hope for People with Significant Movement Disorders
Toilet Training a Child with Special Needs
October
Kenyatta Jackson: A Gait Trainer Success Story
Rifton Evidence Update
Medicaid Reimbursement Making the Case for a Gait Trainer
The Rifton Activity Chair Used in Radiology
November
Beyond the walker
Four Year Old Cancer Survivor
Making the Case for Complex Rehab Equipment Not Just Durable Medical Equipment
December
Christmas on the Blogs
The MOVE Program: An Update
Remembering Duane
2012
January
Teaching Children with Autism in the Classroom
Feeding Equipment for Special Needs Children
Complex Rehab Technology Matters
Correct Positioning in the Rifton Chair
The Story of Beautiful Girl
February
Evidence Update: Autism in the News
Toby Long on Activity Focused Early Intervention
New PBS Documentary: Lives Worth Living
Rehab Equipment Exchange
March
Brain Injury Recovery: one couple’s story
Designing the Rifton Activity Chair
Life Services
Fabulous New Video: The Power of Movement
Great New Video: Proper Positioning and What it Can Do for a Child
Safe Patient Handling Evidence-Based Practice
April
Function-based Practice: The Rifton Support Station
Cerebral Palsy: Selected Resources
My Brother the Soldier
Running for Scott
May
New from Rifton: A Big Accessory Tote Bag
3 Tips for a Spring Trike Tune-up
Dynamic Seating is Important
Dubuque School Becomes MOVE Certified
Choosing a Summer Camp for Your Child with Special Needs
June
Sharing Our Abilities
Olivia's Dream: Adaptive Bike Donations
Motor Learning & Practice
Motor Learning Practice part II
July
A Race Worth Watching
Motor Learning Practice part III
August
Activity Chair Success, One Child at a Time
In the Interest of Early Mobility
Tribute to Don Noble
More Than You Give
A Sample Letter of Medical Necessity for the Rifton TRAM
September
Compensation and Recovery
Five Common Gait Training Goals and How to Achieve Them
Lifespan Care for People with Disabilities
Kamran's Bike
October
The Rifton TRAM or the Rifton Pacer
The Importance of Measuring Partial Weight Bearing
A Surgeon's Ministry to People with Disabilities
November
Exploring the Use of an iPad to Enhance Productivity
Now that's NEAT!
Blog Picks from the Mommy Blogs
Getting the Most out of Your Rifton TRAM
December
Re Evaluating Stretching for Contracture Management
Merry Christmas from Rifton
A Perfect Christmas Gift
2013
January
Cheerleaders and Football Players Shine
MOVE ing Forward
Kandi An Inspiration to Rifton
SMART Goal Writing Using Adapted Equipment to Enhance Participation in Activities
February
Remember Why We Do This
Rifton TRAM Aids Post Stroke Rehabilitation A Testimonial
March
Evidence Update: Early Mobility in the ICU
New From Rifton
World Down Syndrome Day
April
MOVE for Adults in Action in Bakersfield
Adaptive Standers Kids with Disabilities and BMD: What's the Evidence?
Feeding Chairs for Children with Special Needs
The Rifton TRAM Named as Finalist in the 2013 Medical Design Excellence Awards
Announcing the Low-base Option for the Rifton TRAM
May
The New Rifton Seating Worksheet
Dynamic Seating and Pelvic Positioning
5 Steps to Improving Communication on the Special Education Team
Equipment Exchange Programs
Rifton TRAM Success Stories
June
Anchors: A Way to Increase Independence
Never Lose Hope
A Big Win for the TRAM and for Rifton
NCART Standing Device Funding Guide
July
Great Systematic Review on Pediatric Supported Standing
Evidence Based Practice in the Clinic
Tips from a TRAM Advocate
August
Extra Special People
Safe Patient Handling and Movement: Early Mobility in the ICU
Safe Patient Handling and Movement: Effectively Using Gait Training Equipment
Safe Patient Handling and Mobility: Optimizing Patient Outcomes
September
Born to Run
Improved Hygiene Care and Toileting
Hygiene and Self Care for Your Patients
Prone Standers: Positioning for Health and Independence
October
Down Syndrome in Ancient Art
Dynamic Standing versus Passive Standing Interventions
November
Early Intervention: Assistive Technology for Motor Intervention
Third Time Lucky
New Video Tutorials on Using the Rifton TRAM
It’s about People, not Products.
December
Using the Rifton TRAM for Molding Custom Seat Cushions
Three Principles of Neural Plasticity to Apply in Your Rehabilitation Practice
Holiday Funding Options for Complex Rehab Equipment
Merry Christmas, Everyone!
2014
January
Coming Soon: A Solution to the Toileting Challenge
Sample Letter of Medical Necessity for the Rifton Hygiene and Toileting System
Prima Ballerina
February
Father of the IEP
Correct Positioning in the Rifton Activity Chair
March
The Accessible Icon
Made in the USA: A Gallery of Our Manufacturing Process
A Grim Reminder, and a Must-Read
Meeting the Hygiene and Toileting Challenge with the Rifton HTS
April
The Importance of Head Positioning with Adaptive Seating
Funding Equipment
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Exercise
May
Rifton Down Under
Rifton’s TRAM Competency Checklists
Lincoln Developmental Center Art Project
Rifton’s HTS and Blue Wave Toileting System: A Comparison
June
Opportunity with a New Set of Wheels
Personal Energy Transportation (PET)
Evidence Update: Safe Patient Handling
From the Dad of an Exceptional Graduate
July
Choosing Between Adaptive Standers
The Importance of the Safe Patient Handling and Mobility Movement Today
Rifton TRAM Plays Cameo in Wedding
How the HTS is Changing Lives
New Mobility Magazine Discusses Rifton TRAM
August
Optimal Positioning with Adaptive Seating for the Child with Cerebral Palsy
Accessible Symbol Redux
Their Name Is Today
Feeding Studies with the Rifton Activity Chair
September
The Rifton TRAM vs. the Hoyer®
Small World Connection
Improving Functional Mobility in Home Care
October
Considerations for Medical Equipment in a Pediatric Life Care Plan
Guidelines for Functional Use of the Rifton HTS
Sharing Positioning Instructions in the Busy Developmental Disability Agency
World Cerebral Palsy Day: Ideas For Change
November
Aging in Place with the Rifton TRAM
A Great Opportunity for Therapists
Rifton Celebrates a Veteran Designer and Co-worker
TRAM Still Turning Heads
December
Toileting Solutions with the TRAM
The Rifton TRAM vs. the Standard Four-Wheeled Walker
2015
January
Teaching Active Sitting Skills
Benefits of Adaptive Seating Beyond the Wheelchair
Dancing with the Stars at the Center for Disability Services
Found Today on the Web
Indoor Therapy with a Special Needs Stationary Trike
February
The "Adverse Birth Outcome"
Evidence Update: Using Gait Trainers for Motor Impairments
Heads Up!
March
Community Action at its Finest
Rifton TRAM and Safe Patient Handling
Great Strides with the Rifton TRAM
April
A Rifton Pacer Testimonial
Advocacy as Art
Evidence Update: Children's Perspectives on Robotic Gait Training
May
Six Tips for Writing a Strong Letter of Medical Necessity
Top 6 Features of the HTS
Improved Rehab Intervention with the TRAM
June
Commencement and Triumph
Full Inclusion Summer Camp
Rifton HTS on the Road
Adopting Safe Patient Handling Policy in School
July
Cerebral Palsy and the NYC Ballet: In Praise of Dance
Evidence Update: Quicker Recovery with Early Movement
Evidence Update: Standing Programs for Hip Flexibility
August
From Devastating Prognosis to Parapan Am Athlete
Saving Medicaid Dollars and Improving Care
September
Great Outcomes for Adults Who Need Gait Assistance
Everyone is Unique. Really?
Take It from the Pope
Spotlight on SCI Rehab
October
Why Dynamic Gait Training?
Here’s what we didn’t see.
The MOVE Curriculum as a Task-Oriented Approach
November
The New Rifton Pacer Gait Trainer, So Much More Than a Walker
Six Features of Rifton’s Pacer
Studying Neurodevelopmental Disorders with the Rifton Activity Chair
December
Happy New Year!
Evidence Update: Supported Standing Protocols
The Kennedys and Disability Rights in America
Teamwork in a Task-Oriented Approach
2016
January
Sample Letters of Medical Necessity for the Rifton Pacer Gait Trainer
Positioning Checklist for the Pacer Gait Trainer
Beyond the Medical Model
February
Adaptive Equipment for Classrooms Series: Part 1 of 3
Best Practices for Classroom Prompting
Four Training Videos on the Rifton Pacer
Evidence Update: Comparing 3 Pediatric Gait Trainers
Implementing a New and Successful Toileting Program in the Educational Setting
March
Talking About Posture Care & Disability
Adaptive Equipment for Classrooms Series: Part 2 of 3
Adaptive Equipment for Classrooms Series: Part 3 of 3
Winning the Funding Battle for Standing Devices
April
Activity-Based Curriculum in Action
Hear It from the Only One Who Counts
Evidence Update: Early Intervention Stepping Practice
Giving the Gift of Mobility
May
Evidence Update: Positioning for Cognition
Ingenious Solutions from the Field: Adding a Communication Tray to the Activity Chair
Positioning Checklist for the Activity Chair
Which Should I Use For Gait Training?
June
Treadmill Gait Training with the New Pacer
Ingenious Solutions from the Field: Using the Rifton TRAM to Transfer onto a Tricycle
July
Survey Results: Building a Case for Dynamic Seating
Gait Training and Dynamic Movement
Positioning Checklist for the TRAM
Toileting in Schools with the TRAM
August
Making Better Use of Arm Supports
A Great Book for a New School Year
Evidence Update: Early Intervention with Treadmill Training
Highlights of the IV Step Conference
Ingenious Solutions from the Field: Creating a Pacer Hip Corral
September
Evidence Update: Selecting Gait Trainer Features
Letter of Medical Necessity Resources
Announcing the Rifton Wave
October
Adaptive Tricycle Funding Resources
Step by Step Toileting with the TRAM
Evidence Update: Stretch Effectiveness in Children with Disabilities
Rifton Wave Letter of Medical Necessity
November
Ingenious Solutions from the Field: Increasing Abduction Range on the Small Prone Stander
Reverse the Pacer’s Multi-Positioning Saddle in Just 10 Seconds
Biking, Love and a Brother with Disabilities
The Clinical Progression: Treadmill to Overground Ambulation
The New Wave Bathing & Transfer System vs. Blue Wave Bath Chair
December
My Thanks for a Magical Moment
Toileting Transfer Tips for Individuals with Muscular Dystrophy
Are Good Body Mechanics Enough?
2017
January
Benefits of Early Mobility
An Unlikely Hero
Using the TRAM Swivel Locks to Help with Steering
Evidence Update: Task-Specific Gait Training Improves Gait Speed
February
Using Rifton’s New Multi-Positioning Saddle for Easy Transfers into the Gait Trainer
Out in Front with Mechanical Lifts in Schools
Using Slip Sheets to Position the TRAM Pelvic Support
Medicaid Funding for Adaptive Tricycles
March
No Way Jose!
Spring Trike Tune-Up
Tilt and Recline in Pediatric Mobility
Toileting Initiative Produces Great Results
April
Boxing and Balance Exercise
Rifton TRAM FAQ
Four Field-Tested Approaches For Toileting with the TRAM
Evidence Update: Improving Services for Youth with Disabilities
May
Arm Prompt Adjustment Tutorial
Body Weight Supported Treadmill Walking
Evidence Update: Dynamic Seating for Children with Autism
Lifespan Care for People with Disabilities
Evidence Update: The Relationship of Trunk Support to Head Stability
June
The Pacer Family Has Grown
Weight-bearing Assistance and Pelvic Positioning with the New Pacer Gait Trainer
Write a Caption, Win a Prize!
Evidence Update: Rehab Gait Training with BWS
July
Creative Mobility Technology for Improved Outcomes
Five Fabulous Features of the New Pacer Caster
Busting that Persistent Myth about Adaptive Bikes and Recreation
Improving Gait in Chronic TBI with Motor Learning Strategies
August
Using Adaptive Equipment to Foster Participation in Vocational Settings
In Praise of the Athlete
Comparing Rifton’s Three Gait Training Devices
Hygiene, Health and the Rifton Wave
September
Removing Limits, One Step at a Time
Evidence Update: Children with CP and Home-based Treadmill Programs
TRAM Tip: Inverting Forearm Mounts for Larger Clients
October
Evidence Update: Dynamic Gait Training for Child with SCI
Happy Birthday Rifton!
Workers’ Compensation Providers and the Rifton TRAM
November
Evidence Update: Adding Resistance to BWSTT
The Sugar Rush Bakery
Linda Bidabe, 1945 - 2017
Rifton TRAM Funding Guide
December
Birthday Party Caption Contest
Motor Learning Principles for Pediatric PTs
Six Features To Love About the Support Station
2018
January
A Step-by-Step Guide to Organizing Rifton Equipment
Don’t Skimp on Good Design and Quality
New Webinar on Standers
February
Child-focused vs Context-focused Intervention
Don’t Be Afraid of Early Mobilization in Acute Brain Injury
The Great Bike Giveaway
March
March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month
Intervening Early for Better Mobility in CP
The Magic of the Floating Frame
Using the TRAM for Safe Transfers and Mobility in the School Setting
April
New Webinar on Motor Learning
Tips and Tricks for Getting More Out of Your Rifton TRAM
May
Great Strides with the Dynamic Rifton Pacer and Treadmill Base
Writing SMART Goals for Adaptive Equipment
June
Advocacy for Cerebral Palsy
Treadmill Base: A Solution for Gait Practice
July
A Dramatic Rehab Triumph with Rifton's TRAM
Seating and Wheeled Mobility
August
It’s Called an Activity Chair for a Reason
Facilitating Stepping in Inpatient Rehabilitation
Our Body, Gravity, and the New Discipline of Posture Care Management
September
Getting Help for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities
Homing in on Segmental Trunk Support for Better Control
October
A MOVE™ Program Snapshot
Using Thigh Straps in Sling Configuration for Toileting or Seat-to-Seat Transfers
November
The Meadowood Program: A MOVE™ Model Site
December
A stroke patient recovers with the aid of a TRAM
2019
January
Evidence Update: New Research Suggests Increasing Pediatric Intervention Frequency
Encouraging Participation-Based Goals in the School Setting
February
Using the MOVE™ Program and Active Seating for Great Gains
Prospective cohort studies can inform pediatric physical therapy practice
March
Teens with Cerebral Palsy Benefit from Treadmill Gait Training – A Case Story
New Webinar: An Introduction to MOVE™
April
A patient with spinal cord injury recovers with the aid of an E-Pacer
Useful Tips for Writing a Letter of Educational Necessity for Adaptive Equipment
Four Essentials to Know Before Writing an Effective Letter of Educational Necessity
May
Unlikely Funding Source for Adaptive Equipment in Ohio
The Compass Chair: A Classroom Seating Option for the Child with Autism
June
What To Do About Gait Trainer Seat Sitters
May I Have This Next Dance?
July
Pacer Prompt Reduction
August
Evidence Update: Stretching and Resistance Exercise in Children with CP
September
Improving Rehabilitation Prospects with the E-Pacer
October
Guidelines for Functional Use of the Pacer Gait Trainer Part I
November
SATCo, Adaptive Equipment and You
December
P-PAS, Adaptive Equipment and You
2020
January
Teaching Weight Acceptance with the Rifton Activity Chair
February
Evidence Update: Clinical Practice Guideline to Improve Locomotor Function in Neurorehab
Stabilizing the Pelvis with the Rifton Pelvic Harness
March
State of the Evidence: Intervention Effectiveness in Children with Cerebral Palsy
April
The Four P’s of Gait Training in the Home
The Highest Risk Population: Homes for the Disabled
May
Beyond the Stander
Positioning for Functional Seating
Toileting Concepts for a Child with Special Needs
June
Interprofessional Teamwork Achieves Toileting Success
Walking Further and Longer with the Trexo Rifton Combo
July
Part 1: Why Goal Attainment Scaling?
Postural Management
August
Part 2: What Is Goal Attainment Scaling?
Part 3: The Application of GAS to the IEP Process
October
Part 1: Understanding the Negative Impact of Prolonged ICU Care
November
Part 2: Implementing Early Mobility: The Way of the Future
Physical Activity Disability and Health
2021
January
Solving Transfers with the Rifton TRAM
March
April
Evidence Update: Long-Term Benefits of Abducted Standing in Children with Cerebral Palsy
May
Benefits of Dynamic Movement in Gait Training
June
Toileting Concepts for Children with Disabilities
July
August
Addressing Insurance Denials of Standing Devices
September
Evidence Update: The Effects of Inclination, Hip Abduction, Orientation and Tone on Weight-Bearing in Adaptive Standers
November
A New Clinical Practice Guideline for Functional Interventions for Children with CP
The “Why” of Ecological Assessment
December
The “What” of Ecological Assessment
The “How” of Ecological Assessment
Death of a Father and a Founder
2022
February
Updates in Motor Learning
March
Promoting Fitness, Function and Physical Activity in School-Based Physical Therapy
April
Focusing on Participation for Children with Autism
June
Pacer Positioning In Depth
July
Clinical Perspectives on Postural Management for Hip Health
August
Navigating the Funding Maze for Assistive Technology
September
Adaptive Tricycles in Schools
November
Evidence Update: Maintenance of Functional Gains Following an Adaptive Cycling Program
December
The Nice F-Words for Children with Medical Complexity
2023
February
Evidence Update: Shining a Spotlight on Supported Standing for Children and Young Adults with Non-Ambulatory CP
March
Achieving Optimal Toilet Positioning
Using Prompts to Improve Toilet Training for Children with Physical Disabilities
April
APT KENYA – Changing Lives with Postural Management
May
The On Time Mobility Framework
June
Evidence Update: Finally, a Compelling Case for Coverage for Adaptive Bikes
August
Adaptive Standing in Early Intervention for Children with CP
Achieving Optimal Standing Outcomes with the New Rifton Stander
October
Evidence Update: Overground Supported Stepping in Individuals with Non-Ambulant Cerebral Palsy
November
Supported Standing: A New Perspective on Physical Activity for Children with CP
2024
January
Adapted Seating Interventions for Children with Medical Complexity
February
Adapted Standing Interventions for Children with Medical Complexity
February
Mobility and Fitness Interventions for Children and Adults with Medical Complexity
February
Adaptive Standing for Contracture Management in Cerebral Palsy
Resources
Articles
2001
February
Developing Recreation Skills in Persons with Learning Disabilities
Standing Aids
2004
October
2006
August
The Anchor family of grab bars
February
Transfer into the Pacer Gait Trainer
November
Benefits of Upper Extremity Stabilization with Rifton Anchors
2007
January
Features of Rifton’s Large Supine Stander
July
Why use a Rifton Mobile Stander?
March
Standing Tall
November
2008
May
Tips for Writing a Letter of Medical Necessity
November
October
September
Rifton Prone Stander: Features & Benefits
2009
April
September
2010
April
Using the Rifton Activity Chair with Forearm Prompts
January
Guidelines for Functional Use of Large Supine Stander
September
The Rifton Adaptive Tricycle Recreation and Therapy
2011
December
Straps and Supports Poster Text
February
Benefits of Early Mobility with an Emphasis on Gait Training
Funding Adaptive Mobility Equipment for Young Children with Disabilities
November
Funding Assistance for Adaptive Equipment
Sample Letter of Medical Necessity for a Rifton Feeding Chair
September
A new approach to hygiene care and toileting
Benefits of the Rifton Support Station
Toileting revolutionized
2012
April
Install the Support Station diapering and hygiene station that meets your needs
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2013
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2016
Good Positioning for Optimal Gait Training: Rifton Pacer video 3
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