Power to GO! Supporting Young Children’s Use of Power Mobility
Presented by Maria Jones
Meet your instructor
Maria Jones
Maria A. Jones, PT, PhD, is a program director and clinical professor at Oklahoma City University (OCU). She is developing a physical therapy education program at OCU. She also consults with the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (Oklahoma’s Medicaid program) about policy and authorization of durable medical equipment and…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Impact of Mobility on Development
This chapter will emphasize the importance of mobility on the development of young children and discuss why therapists should facilitate and encourage the use of power mobility for children with severe motor impairments.
2. Applying the Evidence About Power Mobility
Therapists have a responsibility for using evidence-based practices and translating knowledge into practice. This chapter will explain the latest research about early power mobility and discuss how therapists can implement findings into practice.
3. Supporting Children to Use Power Mobility
A variety of factors influence how quickly children learn to use power mobility. Therapists must understand these factors and incorporate teaching strategies that build on a child’s existing abilities while encouraging more advanced skill development. This chapter will review the factors related to learning, propose strategies to use when providing power mobility experiences, and discuss how therapists can measure progress.
4. Therapists’ Role in Product Development and Design
Therapists are in a unique position to critique power mobility devices and provide feedback for the development and design of future products. They can also encourage user input into product development and design. This chapter will discuss some recent technology advancements and underscore the roles therapists can play in the service delivery process. This chapter also will provide suggestions for therapists to get started on influencing product development and design.
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