Paediatrics: Daytime Mobility & Function + Practical Workshop (Nelson)

Powerchair Academy Nelson - Venue to be announced

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Overview:

Join us for an engaging and interactive session focused on paediatric Assistive Technology (AT) and safe car seat solutions! We’ll explore prescribing AT for sitting, standing, stepping, and mobility—blending clinical theory with real-world insights on equipment choices.

Engage in a hands-on practical session to test techniques, plus learn how to collaborate with parents, caregivers, and kids for practical, daily-use solutions, including safe transportation. Don’t miss this chance to boost your skills and confidence!

Learning Objectives

1. Identify and describe different types of paediatric Assistive Technology (AT) equipment
2. Explain the clinical rationale behind equipment prescription
3. Enhance collaboration with families and caregivers
4. Assess the functional needs of children and recommend suitable AT solutions

About our Presentor:

Jamie's Bio:

BSc Physiotheraop, Paediatric Product Education - Medifab

Jamie Cockle is a trained physiotherapist and Medifab's Paediatric Clinical Educator and Seating and Positioning Specialist. With a passion for empowering therapists, product specialists, and families, Jamie provides expert training on Medifab’s paediatric equipment, ensuring practical knowledge that can be applied every day to optimise children’s health and happiness.

Jamie’s career began as a Paediatric Physiotherapist at Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospital in Cardiff, followed by a role at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children. It was in these settings that he developed his expertise in paediatric equipment, particularly for children with neurological conditions. He is driven by the belief that every child should have access to the right support, regardless of their abilities or diagnosis..