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positioning
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positioning [pə′zish·ən·iŋ]
(mechanical engineering)
A tooling function concerned with manipulating the workpiece in relationship to the working tools.
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The results of the aforementioned studies suggest that the most important parameter in wheelchair positioning is the location of the wheel axle with respect to the user's morphology [1-2,4,18-19].
Effect of system tilt and seat-to-backrest angles on load sustained ... by Desroches, Guillaume; Aissaoui, Rachid; Bourbonnais, Daniel / Journal of Rehabilitation Research & Development
Gavin-Dreschnack: Inadequate or inappropriate wheelchair positioning can contribute to pressure ulcers, skin tears, bruising, skeletal deformities, dysphagia, impaired respiration and digestion, contractures, discomfort, agitation, inability to self-propel, visual impairment, incontinence, social isolation, unsafe transfers, falls, and injuries to both residents and caregiving staff.
Wheelchairs: one size does not fit all by Gavin-Dreschnack, Deborah / Nursing Homes
Programs such as wheelchair positioning and mobility and strength enhancement were increased.
Fall Prevention Without Restraints: A Project by Nursing Homes
 
 
 
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