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We offer up-to-date articles and videos on adaptive mobility and positioning, evidence-informed practice, school-based practice, early intervention, adult rehabilitation, equipment funding, and product updates.

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A child with special needs wearing a red shirt smiles as he looks at his therapist while positioned in a Rifton Hygiene and Toileting System.
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Positioning for Success: Toileting Strategies for Children with Physical Disabilities
Learn practical special needs potty training strategies, including positioning, routines, visual supports, and adaptive equipment for children with physical disabilities.
A girl sits on a Rifton HTS and smiles at her caretaker.
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Using Adaptive Equipment for Activities of Daily Living
Learn how adaptive equipment for activities of daily living supports independence, mobility, posture, and participation in everyday tasks for individuals and caregivers.
A girl stands in a Rifton Stander in prone position
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Trunk Supports to Improve Trunk Control
Most infants are born with normally functioning musculoskeletal systems and grow up oblivious to the complex processes required to lift a fork to their mouth, roll over in bed, or stroll through the park. The brain signals muscles to move,…
A girl stands in a Rifton Pacer and smiles at her caretaker.
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Gross Motor Function Classification System
The Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) is a clinical system that uses five distinct levels to classify the gross motor function of children and youth with cerebral palsy. It was developed to strengthen communication between…

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Tips & Advice
A child with special needs wearing a red shirt smiles as he looks at his therapist while positioned in a Rifton Hygiene and Toileting System.
Article
Positioning for Success: Toileting Strategies for Children with Physical Disabilities
Learn practical special needs potty training strategies, including positioning, routines, visual supports, and adaptive equipment for children with physical disabilities.
A boy sits on a trike while his caregiver smiles and claps with him.
Article
Adaptive Tricycle Funding Resources
Riding a bike is an important part of childhood. But for a child with disabilities, we think it’s a medical necessity. Beyond the joy and exhilaration of free-wheeling movement, the opportunity for reciprocal lower extremity exercise…
A girl walking in a Rifton Pacer, smiling with her therapist
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Navigating the Funding Maze for Assistive Technology
These funding tips will help you successfully navigate funding sources more effectively and avoid unnecessary delays, to get children the equipment they need.
A young woman stands in a Rifton Supine stander, smiling at her caregiver.
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Addressing Insurance Denials of Standing Devices
NCART recently published this excellent resource providing clinicians with evidence-based guidance in responding to insurance denials for standing devices.
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