Postural habits

David reported in his physiotherapy session today that he feels that he has been experiencing significant hip pain lately. The physiotherapist has asked David to complete a questionnaire on his average postural habits. David Downey’s average postural habits are 7 am Wake-up and transfer from bed to wheelchair. Perform morning routine including dressing, showering eating breakfast 9 am Attend school 3:15 pm Arrive home from school. Transfer to the couch at 6 pm Transfer to a wheelchair for dinner. 7 pm Shower, and dress for bed 9 pm Transfer to bed and use the customized sleep aid 2.2 The Physiotherapist has asked you to refer to David’s 24-hour postural management plan and compare this to his self-reported postural habits. Suggest any adjustments that David can make to his current postural habits to align them with his postural management plan. 2.3 The physiotherapist has decided to test David’s joint range of motion and has asked you to assist. List two types of equipment that may be used during this range of motion assessment. 2.4 Describe below how and when it is appropriate to seek feedback from David on his understanding of the program and how it relates to his goals O his comfort during the session 2.5 How can you encourage David to ask questions about his program that address the following? His progress towards his goals D Activities that are beneficial to his treatment goals Activities that may negatively affect his progress