Center for Rehabilitation Engineering, Science and Technology (CREST)
Seating and Wheeled Mobility
Proper Seating and Wheeled Mobility is vital to people with disabilities because it affects all aspects of their lives. The team works with the client to determine the most appropriate seating system and mobility device to accommodate the clients needs both at home and at work. The comprehensive evaluation process introduces the client to the latest advances in manual and power wheelchairs, scooters and customized seating.
Program Manager: Marty Gallagher, M.S., LOTR, ATP
The evaluation team listens as the consumer describes the comfort level of the seating system.
The occupational therapist gives the consumer an opportunity to drive the powered mobility system.
