Smarter 24-Hour care: applying clinical reasoning to seating and posture
This session will explore the essential components of conducting an effective postural assessment for seating, supporting clinicians to deliver well-informed, person-centred outcomes. It will examine the concept of clinical reasoning- what it is, why it matters, and how commonly used terminology can be better understood and applied in practice.
The webinar will also focus on how to clinically justify decisions, sharing practical insights, tips, and best practices to strengthen confidence and consistency. Attendees will be guided through the process of gathering and recording critical assessment data, analysing key findings, and translating this information into clear, robust equipment provision recommendations that meet the needs of patients and clients.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Understand the key components of a comprehensive postural assessment for seating
- Define clinical reasoning and recognise it's importance in assessment and decision-making
- Apply consistent terminology to support clearer clinical understanding and communication
- Demonstrate strategies to clinically justify assessment outcomes and recommendations
- Identify best practices for gathering and accurately recording critical assessment data
- Analyse and summarise assessment findings to inform decision-making
- Translate assessment data and clinical considerations into effective equipment provision reports tailored to individual needs
Meet our Experts
Mary has been working as an Occupational Therapist since 2006, initially in community rehabilitation services, then spending much of her time working in community services in Oxfordshire. Within this role she has held a special interest and lead role for postural assessments and equipment provision and is passionate to continue developing her knowledge and skills in 24 hr postural management.
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Chris has been an Account Manager at Accora for six years, supporting customers across the South East and London. With strong product knowledge and a hands-on approach, he works closely with clinicians and care providers to help them choose the right equipment and get the best outcomes for their service users.
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