Wheelchairs and Seating for Stroke
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 8:00am – 4:00 pm
Location: Health Sciences North, 3rd Floor, South Tower, Physio Gym
Speaker: Cathy Choi, OT Reg. (Ont.), MTS, RESNA Certified ATP/SMS, Seating Clinic, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, Sinai Health, MSK Course Co-Instructor, University of Toronto Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy
Target Audience: Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists working in stroke care in Northeastern Ontario
Cost: $100/person
Workshop Description:
This workshop will provide participants with an overview of wheelchair seating and positioning considerations for individuals following stroke. Participants will explore how stroke-related changes in posture, tone, strength, sensation, cognition, and mobility can impact seating needs and wheelchair use. Through discussion and practical examples, the session will highlight key assessment considerations, common seating challenges, and strategies to support comfort, safety, function, and participation. Participants will leave with a better understanding of how appropriate wheelchair and seating recommendations can support recovery, independence, and quality of life after stroke.
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An Introduction to the Neuro-Developmental Treatment (NDT) Approach
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location: Sault Area Hospital
Instructor: Tara Dingman, PT, C/NDT, NDTA™ Adult PT Instructor Candidate
Target Audience: Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and assistant working in stroke care in Northeastern Ontario
Cost: $100/person
Workshop Description:
This 1-day workshop will include a short didactic presentation, discussion of NDT concepts, problem solving and an introduction to handling. The emphasis of the course will be promoting recovery of function in individuals with neurological impairments.
The introductory lecture of the workshop will include discussion of the theoretical foundations and evidence supporting an NDT approach, framework for movement analysis and principles of intervention.
The second portion of this workshop will provide an introduction to handling and problem solving within an NDT approach.
The interactive hands-on practical session will give participants an introduction to typical movement specifically focusing on the importance of biomechanical factors, such as base of support, alignment, and their contribution to ease and efficiency of movement. Some basic handling skills will be introduced to promote more functional movement. The workshop will provide participants with additional skills to enhance consistency in patient care and contribute to the overall team rehabilitation efforts of achieving functional outcomes for patients.
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