Have a seat: The importance of therapeutic surfaces & sitting
For individuals with limited mobility, chronic health conditions, or those recovering from injury, sitting isn’t just a passive activity—it’s a critical component of care.
The right seating surface can make a profound difference in comfort, clinical outcomes, and quality of life. In this webinar, we’ll explore the science behind therapeutic seating surfaces, including how they support posture, redistribute pressure, and help preserve skin integrity.
Whether you're a clinician, caregiver, or decision-maker, you'll gain practical insights into selecting and applying seating solutions that truly support healing and well-being from our expert speakers Andy Rich, MS, OTR/L, CSPHP and Curtis Schmitz, Director of Marketing during this interactive presentation.
Learning Objectives:
- Explain the clinical importance of therapeutic seating surfaces in preventing pressure injuries and supporting overall health in individuals with limited mobility.
- Identify key features and technologies in seating surfaces that promote pressure redistribution, postural alignment, and skin integrity.
- Apply assessment strategies and best practices to match individuals with appropriate seating solutions based on their unique needs and conditions.
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Andrew Rich MS, OTR/L, CSPHP
Clinical Solutions Manager - Arjo
Andy Rich earned his Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Rush University in Chicago. After beginning his career in traditional clinical practice, he transitioned into the field of safe patient handling and mobility in 2004, and hasn’t looked back since.A passionate advocate for both caregiver and patient safety, Andy has served on the Board of Directors for the Association of Safe Patient Handling Professionals and contributed to the development of industry standards through education, consultation, and program design. Over the past two decades, he has worked as a consultant, clinical manager, and solution manager within Arjo’s MOVE® Programs, partnering with healthcare organizations nationwide to strengthen safety culture, reduce injuries, and transform mobility practices.Andy brings a distinctive blend of clinical expertise, behavioral-based safety, systems thinking, and improvisational comedy to his work—helping complex change feel practical, human, and even enjoyable. A frequent presenter at regional and national conferences, he is dedicated to creating mobility solutions that keep patients and caregivers safe, and deliver results worth bragging about.