Postural control
Head control, trunk stability, pelvic position and the amount of external support required.
Support Area
Pediatric seating and positioning
A useful seating system should support the child’s posture and daily activity without ignoring comfort, growth, transfers, pressure risk and caregiver handling.
When a seating review may be useful
Review is appropriate when the child cannot maintain a safe or useful sitting position, shows asymmetry, slides forward, fatigues quickly or cannot participate comfortably in daily activities.
Daily function
Feeding, play, learning, communication, transport and interaction with tables or other surfaces.
Care and safety
Transfers, skin pressure, pain, growth, caregiver access and any professional precautions.
Information commonly requested
- Hip width, seat depth and lower-leg length
- Shoulder and head-support needs
- Current chair photographs and concerns
- Typical sitting duration and activity
- Home, school and transport constraints
Begin with assessment
Use the child assessment to describe current function. Measurement guidance can then be selected according to the support being considered.