Send us a textOctober is National Physical Therapy Month, a time to raise awareness about the benefits of physical therapy and celebrate the contributions of physical therapists and assistants. So, we invited to the show Jean Minkel who is considered by many a pioneer in physical therapy when combined with assistive technology.  A physical therapist and master clinician internationally recognized for her work in assistive technology, Jean is also an independent consultant who provides educational and consulting service to all members of the Assistive Technology team – consumers, therapists, suppliers, manufacturers and payers.Jean is the former director of the Seating and Mobility Program at the Center for Rehabilitation Technology at Helen Hayes Hospital in West Haverstraw, NY. She has co-authored a Wheelchair Selection Guide and a textbook titled, “Seating and Wheeled Mobility: A Clinical Resource Guide.”Jean has been recognized by the assistive technology community for her expertise and contributions with the RESNA Fellow award in 1995 and the Sam McFarland Mentor Award in 2012.Introducing the Edge 4 - the new and improved mid-wheel drive - group 3 complex rehab power wheelchair from Quantum Rehab.  Uniting the best qualities of its predecessors with next-gen features, Edge 4 sets a new standard for mid-wheel drive excellence.  Quantum Rehab supports open and candid conversations between our hosts and guests.  Views and opinions are theirs and do not necessarily represent the collective view of Quantum Rehab. 

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