[Scirehab-forum] SCI Forum November 7, 2011 at 7:00 PM

Dear SCI Forum subscribers:   Announcing the next SCI Forum:   What:          Wheelchair Skills: Getting the most from your manual or power wheelchair   When:         Tuesday, November 8, from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM   Where:       4 West Rehab Gym                       Harborview Medical Center                       325 Ninth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104                       For directions, go to http://sci.washington.edu/info/directions_forum_hmc.asp   Learn the skills you need to successfully navigate your wheelchair in an array of situations and environments so you can more fully participate in the activities you enjoy. Using research studies, advice from ultralight wheelchair users, personal inpatient rehab experience, and video clips of wheelchair users, Harborview physical therapist Elisa Smith will provide practical tips on perfecting ultralight wheelchair skills, including wheelies for curbs and maneuvering in small restrooms, elevators, on gravel roads and escalators. Then, Harborview physical therapist Dave Colescott will discuss the skills needed to drive your power wheelchair in difficult situations, such as small spaces, around tight corners, over curbs, or up hills in the rain. Power wheelchair users will provide tips and demonstrations on conquering these challenges. Free parking will be provided for this event.   For more information, please visit the SCI Forum website: http://sci.washington.edu/info/forums/schedule.asp   Download the printable flyer:  http://sci.washington.edu/info/forums/11-11%20flyer.pdf   *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     *     * Cynthia Salzman, MHA Public Information Specialist Northwest Regional Spinal Cord Injury System Department of Rehabilitation Medicine University of Washington, Box 356490, Seattle, WA 98195 Phone: 206-685-3999; Fax: 206-685-3244 csalzman@uw.edu