PT/OT Toileting Initiative Produces Great Results March 20, 2017 by Ashley Rogers, DPT
toileting goals battle monument school
It all started when therapists from the three special day schools of Baltimore County Public Schools sat down to talk at one of our yearly meetings. The discussion turned from the mundane to the visionary, how to provide more functional, purposeful activities for our kiddos throughout the day. And, of all things, we talked about toileting. As a vital part of the student’s day, we wanted the toileting...
Tips & Advice Toileting in Schools with the TRAM July 05, 2016 by David Zoller, PT
A physical therapist uses the Rifton TRAM for toilet transfers for a student
Using the Rifton TRAM for toileting can make a huge difference for both students and staff, providing both safety during transfers to the toilet and dignity and privacy for the student. Because students with disabilities have a wide range of needs, there are many ways to use the TRAM for this purpose. Here are some methods we’ve found here at Socorro,  presented as three case studies. (I&rsquo...
PT/OT Implementing a New and Successful Toileting Program in the Educational Setting February 02, 2016 by Nadine Wallace, PTA, Kathryn Burgwin, PT and Jessica Burton, PT
A teacher assist a student with special needs who is actively participating in toileting motor skills development
The Day School at The Children’s Institute is an approved private school in Western PA.  We have 186 students with 27 classrooms. We provide a school program for students with multiple disabilities and for students with autism. All of our students present with severe disabilities affecting motor control, cognition and/or behavior. We have been using MOVE (Mobility Options Via Education) here at...
Stories Rifton HTS on the Road June 26, 2015 by Kristin Capone, PT, DPT, MEd
A young boy with special needs in a wheelchair on the playground at a park traveling for a field trip
JJ is a 4th grade student at Southern Elementary School in New Castle, Delaware. Although he uses a wheelchair because of his dystonic cerebral palsy, JJ has great communication skills and is one of the happiest kids I know. Recently, his school program planned a field trip to Glasgow Park. But right away we ran up against a familiar problem: community outings such as these present unique challenges for...
PT/OT Top 6 Features of the HTS May 04, 2015 by Elena Noble, MPT
The Rifton HTS (Hygiene & Toileting System) showing tilt-in-space, considered one of the top features of the chair
Since we launched the Hygiene and Toileting System (HTS) almost two years ago we’ve received an outpouring of success stories in the “first time toileting” category. In an informal survey we asked therapists and parents which features made the biggest difference for them. Here’s the top six: The load-bearing and flip-away footboard. “I have one child who uses the...
How To’s Guidelines for Functional Use of the Rifton HTS
Rifton Hygiene Toileting System with all the accessories
The Rifton HTS redefines toileting for people with disabilities. Superior tool-free adjustability and a broad range of supportive accessories provide a comfortable, effective hygiene experience.  And although simple in design, the HTS can accommodate almost any situation. But to get the most out of your HTS you need to understand its broad capabilities and configurations. The Basics Adjustments. ...
Tips & Advice Guidelines for Functional Use of the Rifton HTS October 21, 2014 by Elena Noble, MPT
Using recommended guidelines, a therapist properly positions a child with special needs on the Rifton Hygiene Toileting System.
The Rifton HTS (Hygiene and Toileting System) redefines toileting for people with disabilities. Superior tool-free adjustability and a broad range of supportive accessories provide a comfortable, effective hygiene experience.  And although simple in design, the HTS can accommodate almost any situation. But to get the most out of your HTS you need to understand its broad capabilities and configurations...
Stories How the HTS is Changing Lives July 15, 2014 by Elena Noble, MPT
A young girl in a Rifton Hygiene Toileting System smiles at her therapist who knees down in front of her helping her get into proper position
Since the recent launch of our newest product, the Hygiene and Toileting System (HTS), we’ve been hearing from many parents, teachers and therapists how this product has improved the toileting outcomes for children with disabilities. Here’s a great example from a special education teacher at a school on the west coast. “We love the HTS in our classroom. I have been using it with a...
Tips & Advice Rifton’s HTS and Blue Wave Toileting System: A Comparison May 13, 2014 by Erna Albertz
The new Rifton Hygiene Toileting System showing features and accessories that the old system lacked
Some of our customers who are familiar with our old Blue Wave toileting system have asked how our new Rifton HTS (Hygiene and Toileting System) compares. Here’s what our staff therapists say: Comparing Mounting and Positioning Features The Rifton HTS can be placed farther back on the toilet than the Blue Wave. If the Rifton HTS is mounted on a wheeled base, the base can be positioned farther back...
Tips & Advice Meeting the Hygiene and Toileting Challenge with the Rifton HTS March 04, 2014 by Elena Noble, MPT
Rifton hygiene and toileting system choices
Last month, in advance of the launch of the new Rifton Hygiene and Toileting System (HTS), we published some research-based white papers on toilet training and toilet positioning for children and individuals with disabilities. This supplemented the work of Claire Keeler, RN CPNP, CDE, who wrote Toilet Training a Child with Special Needs. Positioning a child with disabilities comfortably on the toilet is an...
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