Positioning 365 - Beyond Seating AltimateMedical
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Positioning 365: Beyond Seating presents evidence-based discussions for complex rehabilitation professionals and clinicians that extends beyond seating and focuses heavily on standing and alternative positioning, but when seating is discussed, an emphasis on shower/commode chair considerations can be expected. Host Maryann Girardi PT, DPT, ATP, sits down with renowned surgeons, clinicians, consumers and parents sharing insights into the world of standing technology and positioning as therapy. Join us each month on major platforms Spotify and Apple Podcasts for a new look beyond seating from Altimate Medical.
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IEPs in Schools with Stephanie Springfeild, OT, OTD and Christine Linklater, SLP
This month, Maryann Girardi, PT, DPT, ATP and co-host Doug Levine, PT discuss the use of standing technology in the school system with Stephanie Springfeild, OT, OTD, and Christine Linklater, SLP. This podcast covers the importance of standing technology in the schools, outlining a plan for everyday usage, and working in tandem with teachers and school support staff to incorporate standing into a child’s everyday school routine. Tune into Positioning 365: Beyond Seating to hear their perspective!
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International Seating Symposium Recap Panel
In the newest episode of Positioning 365: Beyond Seating, host Maryann Girardi sits down with a panel of clinicians and members of Altimate Medical’s Clinical Advisory Board (Tamara Kittelson, Tamara Alexander, and Barbra Crume) to discuss the 2023 International Seating Symposium in Pittsburgh, PA. The panel recaps their experiences, what they learned, what they hope to see in the future, and some advice for therapists considering attending in the future. Tune in to hear the details.
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24 Hour Postural Care Management with LeAnn Hoffman, OT and Tamara Kittleson, OT - Part 2
In part two of Episode 4, Host Maryann Girardi, PT, DPT, ATP continues the discussion on 24 Hour Postural Care Management with LeAnn Hoffman, OT, RESNA Certified ATP and SMS and Tamara Kittleson, OT, RESNA Certified ATP, SMS and founder of Eleanore’s Project.
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24 Hour Postural Care Management with LeAnn Hoffman, OT and Tamara Kittleson, OT - Part 1
In part one of Episode 4 of Positioning 365: Beyond Seating, host Maryann Girardi, PT, DPT, ATP and co-host LeAnn Hoffmann, OT, RESNA Certified ATP, SMS, discuss 24 Hour Posture Care Management with Tamara Kittleson, OT, RESNA Certified ATP and SMS. They cover the origins, components of, and importance of providing 24 Hour Postural Care Management for individuals with significant mobility impairments.
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Funding for Standing Technology with Nancy Perlich, COTA, ATPA
In Episode 3 of Positioning 365: Beyond Seating, Maryann Girardi, PT, DPT, ATP discusses all things Funding, specifically funding for standing technology with Nancy Perlich, COTA, ATPA and Funding Specialist at Altimate Medical. Nancy reflects on her 23+ years of experience in the complex rehab technology industry to illustrate what clinicians need to know to understand funding for standing technology (and other DME) and write an effective Letter of Medical Necessity (LMN) for their patients.
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Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy with Doug Levine, PT
This month, host Maryann Girardi, PT, DPT, ATP, and co-host Dane Gillespie chat with Doug Levine, Texas based Physical Therapist, founder of Growing Places Therapy, and clinical educator for Cure Duchenne to discuss Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). The trio chats about DMD, the benefits of standing for Duchenne’s patients, therapy interventions, and Duchenne’s around the world. Tune in for a new point of view on positioning beyond seating presented by Altimate Medical.