Advanced Clinical Reasoning in Bespoke Seating & 24-Hour Postural Management
Advanced Clinical Course
The process of mould capture is far more than simply taking a shape — it is a complex clinical intervention that can significantly influence posture, function, skin integrity, fatigue, respiration, comfort, participation, and long-term quality of life.
This advanced course is designed for experienced Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Seating Specialists, Rehabilitation Engineers, and clinicians working within complex seating and 24-hour postural management.
The course focuses on bridging the gap between:
- what is physically captured during moulding,
and - the real-world clinical outcomes experienced by the client.
Through a combination of advanced clinical reasoning, practical demonstrations, case-based learning, and interactive discussion, participants will explore how subtle decisions during assessment and mould capture can profoundly influence client outcomes.
The course challenges clinicians to move beyond simply creating “good shapes” and instead develop outcome-focused reasoning around every contour, accommodation, and correction strategy used during bespoke seating interventions.
This course is suitable for:
- Occupational Therapists
- Physiotherapists
- Seating Specialists
- Rehabilitation Engineers
- Complex Seating Providers
- Clinical Leads
- Postural Management Teams
- Case Managers
Participants should already have a foundational understanding of seating and postural management principles.
- Advanced assessment before mould capture
- Pelvic and spinal clinical reasoning
- Accommodation versus correction strategies
- Translating mould geometry into clinical outcomes
- Pressure management and tissue loading principles
- Tone management during moulding
- Respiratory and functional considerations
- Equipment translation and seating integration
- Dynamic seating considerations
- Common moulding failures and clinical consequences
- Measuring meaningful outcomes in bespoke seating
- Complex case studies and group clinical reasoning
- Interactive lectures
- Hands-on demonstrations
- Practical mould interpretation
- Case-based workshops
- Group discussion
- Clinical reasoning exercises
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Translate mould capture findings into meaningful clinical outcomes.
- Apply advanced clinical reasoning to bespoke seating interventions.
- Identify risks associated with over-correction and under-support.
- Understand how posture influences function, fatigue, respiration and participation.
- Critically evaluate seating decisions using outcome-focused frameworks.
- Improve interdisciplinary communication between clinicians, technicians, and suppliers.
- Develop more effective long-term seating strategies for complex clients.
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Time |
Module |
Content Headings |
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08:30 – 09:00 |
Registration & Networking |
Arrival, introductions, course overview |
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09:00 – 09:30 |
Module 1 — Reframing Moulding as a Clinical Intervention |
The purpose of bespoke seating beyond shape capture; Outcome-focused clinical reasoning; Positioning versus posture; Human factors influencing moulding outcomes
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09:30 – 10:30 |
Module 2 — Advanced Assessment Before Mould Capture |
Pelvic assessment and orientation; Fixed vs flexible deformities; Spinal and thoracic considerations; Tone, fatigue, and pain responses; Respiratory influences; Lower limb positioning and asymmetry; Defining priorities and compromises.
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10:30 – 10:45 |
Break |
Tea/Coffee |
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10:45 – 12:15 |
Module 3 — Live Moulding & Clinical Interpretation |
Handling techniques; Accommodation versus correction; Tone management during moulding; Pressure redistribution principles; Capturing stability without restriction; Interpreting what the mould is telling us; Clinical decision-making during live demonstration.
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12:15 – 13:00 |
Lunch |
Networking & discussion |
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13:00 – 14:00 |
Module 4 — Translating Shape into Clinical Outcomes |
Linking mould geometry to function; Pressure and tissue loading; Fatigue and endurance; Upper limb function; Head and neck positioning; Respiratory outcomes; Participation and quality of life considerations.
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14:00 – 15:00 |
Module 5 — Equipment Translation & Seating Integration |
Translating the mould into a full seating system; Material selection, Base selection; Tilt, recline and dynamic seating; secondary supports; Transport and environmental considerations; Futureproofing and adjustability.
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15:00 – 15:15 |
Break |
Tea/Coffee |
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15:15 – 16:15 |
Module 6 — When Outcomes Go Wrong: Failure Analysis & Case Studies |
Common moulding errors; Over-correction and under-support; Increased tone and fatigue; Pressure injuries; Functional decline; Case study workshops; Group clinical reasoning discussions
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16:15 – 16:45 |
Module 7 — Measuring Success & Long-Term Outcomes |
Outcome measures in bespoke seating; Functional goal setting; Pressure mapping review; Sitting tolerance; Caregiver burden; Follow-up and reassessment strategies.
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16:45 – 17:00 |
Final Discussion & Q&A |
Key clinical takeaways; Open discussion; Reflection and closing remarks |
Duration
1 Full Day
CPD
Certificate of attendance provided.
Recommended for Advanced/Experienced Clinicians
This is an advanced-level course intended for clinicians already working within complex seating, posture management, neurorehabilitation, paediatrics, disability services, or bespoke seating provision.
If you would like to organise a session for your team, please fill out the form below or send an email to info@lcs.ltd expressing your interest.