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The Clinical Excellence Summit

Positioning and Participation

Positioning and Participation

About this Category

Discussions on sleep positioning, adaptive standing, and the balance between posture and participation in therapy planning. Presentations offer practical strategies for optimizing positioning to enhance functional abilities and participation to enhance overall health and quality of life.

Meet our Speakers

We've gathered some of the top experts in the field to discuss this topic. With years of experience between them, they're well-equipped to offer invaluable insights and perspectives.

Susan Blum

Susan Blum

Susan Blum Pediatric Physical Therapy

Sarah Clayton

Sarah Clayton

Simple Stuff Works, Simple Stuff Works

Dr. Susan Hastings

Dr. Susan Hastings

Susan Hastings Pediatric Physical Therapy, Susan Hastings Pediatric Physical Therapy

Sharon Sutherland

Sharon Sutherland

Posture & Mobility

Pia Stampe PT, DPT

Pia Stampe PT, DPT

Owner, Pia Stampe CP Consulting

Lena Aewerdieck

Lena Aewerdieck

University of Otago

Esther de Ru

Esther de Ru

Clinic owner, GoPhysio Nl

Karen Graham

Karen Graham

Jane Hamer

Jane Hamer

Roslyn Livingstone

Roslyn Livingstone

Georgia McKenzie

Georgia McKenzie

Research Fellow, La Trobe University

Cathy Mullholand

Cathy Mullholand

CEO, Pacific Rehab

Dr. Ginny Paleg

Dr. Ginny Paleg

Lori Potts PT

Lori Potts PT

Product & Training Specialist, Rifton

Associate Professor Jasneek Chawla

Associate Professor Jasneek Chawla

Paediatric Respiratory and Sleep Specialists, Leader of Kids Sleep Research Group, Queensland Health & University of Queensland

Susie Rehr

Susie Rehr

Dynamic Foundations In Practice

Rebecca Walker

Rebecca Walker

PhD Researcher/Research Fellow in Biomechanics, Liverpool John Moores University

Mindy Silva PhD

Mindy Silva PhD

WiredOn

Dr Sue McCabe

Dr Sue McCabe

clinician, researcher, knowledge sharer, SleepLinks Occupational Therapy

Christine Robenalt

Christine Robenalt

Body and Brain United, Yoga

Dr Georgia Cook PhD

Dr Georgia Cook PhD

Research Fellow, Oxford Brookes University

Talks

Beyond Hip Health: Meaningful Conversations and Outcomes in 24-Hour Postural Care

05 September 2024, 07:00 AM
Jane Hamer Sarah Clayton

Paediatric Health and Behaviour Concerns around Sleep

05 September 2024, 07:30 AM
Associate Professor Jasneek Chawla Sarah Clayton

Night-Time Positioning, Daytime Participation: F-words in 24-Hour Postural Care

05 September 2024, 08:00 AM
Sarah Clayton Jane Hamer

All About Sleep: translating science to our collaborative clinical practice, with a dive into thermoregulation

05 September 2024, 08:30 AM
Sue McCabe Jenny Kyle

Sleep Systems Don't Work (and other real-world consequences of an inadequate evidence base)

05 September 2024, 09:00 AM
Jenny Kyle Sarah Clayton

PANEL: Let's talk about sleep.

05 September 2024, 09:30 AM
Sarah Clayton Georgia Cook Sue McCabe Associate Professor Jasneek Chawla Jane Hamer Merryn Robertson

Clinical Mentorship - Key Takeaways

06 September 2024, 08:00 AM
Sarah Clayton Sharon Sutherland

Participatory Action Research: Enhancing Rider Engagement in Therapeutic Horse Riding Through Stakeholder Dialogue

06 September 2024, 08:30 AM
Lena Aewerdieck Merryn Robertson

Investigating real-world causes of falls in children with cerebral palsy, ‘It’s a walk in the park'

06 September 2024, 09:00 AM
Mindy Silva Rebecca Walker

Social support in community gyms to facilitate exercise for adults with disability

06 September 2024, 09:00 AM
Georgia McKenzie Merryn Robertson

PANEL: Posture or Participation - which P takes precedence? (Part 1)

06 September 2024, 10:00 AM
Sharon Sutherland Esther de Ru Jenny Kyle Sarah Clayton Karen Graham

Pediatric Adaptive Standing and the Research: Evidence for Implementation

06 September 2024, 09:00 PM
Lori Potts Jane Hamer

The Challenge of Poor Head Control in Seating and Standing. Dynamic Head Support

06 September 2024, 09:00 PM
Allison Hall Cathy Mullholand

Compare and contrast the evidence and lived experience of supported stepping and standing device interventions for people with non-ambulant Cerebral Palsy

06 September 2024, 09:30 PM
Roslyn Livingstone Ginny Paleg Christine Robenalt

Utilization of a unique grading rubric to discuss head control and trunk control—NO MORE “Poor Head Control”

06 September 2024, 10:00 PM
Pia Stampe Susie Rehr

PANEL: Posture or Participation - which P takes precedence? (Part 2)

06 September 2024, 11:00 PM
Susan Blum Jenny Kyle Jane Hamer Susan Hastings Lori Potts Pia Stampe

Clincial Excellence Online

Get practical, personalized and specific ideas to take your clinical skills to the next level with virtual one-to-one sessions with world class clinical experts and a searchable library of clinical case discussions and treatment ideas.

Branchly

Extend your conference learning and networking with Branchly! Created by a pediatric PT to help you showcase your microcredentials, connect with peers, and bookmark your favorite clinicians and courses. Visit Branchly's booth for exclusive discounts and to start your profile!

Rifton

Rifton crafts top-tier adaptive equipment for people with disabilities. Committed to excellence since 1977, we ensure meticulous design, precise manufacturing, and dedicated service throughout our product lifecycle.

Progressive GaitWays

Under Billi Cusick's guidance, Progressive GaitWays empowers healthcare professionals, educators, and parents with vital knowledge and tools to enhance children's lives. The company leads in progressive therapeutic practices, staying at the forefront of pediatric rehabilitation.

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