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The OT Flourish PodcastAuthor: Mandy Chamberlain MOTR/L Occupational Therapist
The OT Flourish Podcast (previously known as the Seniors Flourish Podcast) with Mandy Chamberlain MOTR/L showcases interviews with Occupational Therapy influencers, answers questions and discusses relevant topics for OT practitioners working with older adults. Let's get EXCITED for OT when working with older adults while getting practical, actionable ideas that you can use in their own practice right away. The OT Flourish podcast mission is simple: Helping OT practitioners be the best they can be when working with older adults. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Medicine, Science Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Adaptive Seating & Skin Integrity: From Pressure Injury Staging to Comfort Tension
Episode 12
Friday, 20 February, 2026
Ever felt like you were "in the weeds" with a complex pressure injury? You aren't alone. Our guest, Caitlin Schober, PT, DPT, from Broda Seating and I are ditching the dry textbook definitions and getting into the nitty-gritty of skin protection through seating options. We discuss why a Stage 1 is trickier than you think, the "traffic jam" caused by those pesky donut cushions, and how to advocate for high-level seating (like Broda) without sounding like you're threatening the facility's bottom line. Whether you're a student or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with "Aha!" moments for geriatric care. Key Takeaways: Immersion vs. Envelopment: It's not just about sinking; it's about how the cushion "hugs" those bony prominences. Adaptive > Corrective: In geriatric and neuro care, sometimes we need to conform the chair to the person to prevent pain and skin breakdown. Perfusion is King: "Good blood in, bad stuff out." If the seating stops that flow, we've got a problem. Resources Mentioned: The Decision Tree: Grab your Pressure Injury Prevention & Seating Algorithm here. The Cheat Sheet: Need help with documentation? Use the Clinical Justification Guide to find those insurance-approved "buzzwords."
