The benefits of adaptive cycling will be the focus of a Tuesday, March 11, webinar presented by the Physical Therapists Community of Practice and hosted by the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA).
The webinar’s speakers will present a draft position paper on adaptive cycling, and attendees will be able to provide feedback. Registration is free, but registration is required; RESNA is also offering 0.1 IACET CEU for webinar attendance, pending education committee approval.
“Adaptive cycling is a powerful tool for promoting physical activity, social inclusion, and independence among individuals with disabilities,” RESNA said in a March 10 announcement. “This presentation explores the benefits, challenges and applications of adaptive cycling across various populations, from special-needs pediatric populations to adults with mobility impairments.”
The presentation will also address barriers to access, including limited funding.
The hour-long presentation begins at 7:30 p.m. Eastern time on Tuesday, March 11. Upon completing the webinar, attendees will be able to:
— Identify the key benefits of adaptive cycling across physical, mental and social health domains for individuals with disabilities.
— Assess appropriate adaptive cycling options for different populations based on medical conditions, physical abilities and functional goals.
— Apply screening and safety considerations when evaluating an individual’s readiness and suitability for adaptive cycling participation.
— Appreciate the importance of advocacy for increased accessibility and funding for adaptive cycling programs and policy considerations in classifying adaptive cycles as essential assistive technology.
The paper’s authors are Julianne Brown, PT, DPT, NCS, ATP/SMS; Wendy Koesters, PT, ATP/SMS; Colleen Michals, PT, ATP, MN-AS; and Allison Sevillano, PT, DPT, PCS, ATP.
