--- title: GTK Blog | Ashleigh Haskins (2) description: "With over 15 years of occupational therapy experience in the field, Ashleigh specialises in wheelchair and seating prescription and assistive technology. \n\nFor the past nine years, Ashleigh has been working as part of the GTK team in various roles. She spent several years working as an Assistive Technology Consultant, matching the right AT equipment to the individuals needs, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal functionality. She currently provides assistance from behind the scenes at GTK, working on our clinical articles, newsletter, clinical education offerings and is at the helm of our social media presence. 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The risks associated with extended sedentary behaviour are widely... [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/standing-tall) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![What are we actually sitting on?](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Sitting%20on%20blog%20post%20title.jpg?width=720&name=Sitting%20on%20blog%20post%20title.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/what-are-we-actually-sitting-on) Jun262023 ## [What are we actually sitting on?](https://blog.gtk.com.au/what-are-we-actually-sitting-on) By Ashleigh Haskins As wheelchair and seating clinicians, we're no strangers to the risks of pressure injuries that can arise when soft tissue remains compressed against a surface for too long. We invest significant... [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/what-are-we-actually-sitting-on) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![Oh what’s in a frame? Comparing aluminium, titanium, carbon fibre and magnesium](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/wheelchair-benefits-veloce-lightweight_2.jpg?width=720&name=wheelchair-benefits-veloce-lightweight_2.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/oh-whats-in-a-frame-comparing-aluminium-titanium-carbon-fibre-and-magnesium) May292023 ## [Oh what’s in a frame? Comparing aluminium, titanium, carbon fibre and magnesium](https://blog.gtk.com.au/oh-whats-in-a-frame-comparing-aluminium-titanium-carbon-fibre-and-magnesium) By Ashleigh Haskins When it comes to wheelchair frames, selecting the right material is crucial for ensuring durability, strength, and overall performance. Today, we delve into the fascinating world of wheelchair frame... [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/oh-whats-in-a-frame-comparing-aluminium-titanium-carbon-fibre-and-magnesium) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![Tips for Introducing Powered Mobility to Children](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Tips%20for%20Introducing%20Powered%20Mobility%20to%20Children%20image.jpg?width=720&name=Tips%20for%20Introducing%20Powered%20Mobility%20to%20Children%20image.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/tips-for-introducing-powered-mobility-to-children) Apr042023 ## [Tips for Introducing Powered Mobility to Children](https://blog.gtk.com.au/tips-for-introducing-powered-mobility-to-children) By Ashleigh Haskins Introducing powered mobility to children can be quite daunting and is usually a nervous time for both clinicians and families. Clinicians want any introduction to be successful to maximise a child’s... [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/tips-for-introducing-powered-mobility-to-children) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![Why are MAT Assessments so important when assessing for seating and mobility?](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Why%20are%20MAT%20Assessments%20so%20important%20when%20assessing%20for%20seating%20and%20mobility.jpg?width=720&name=Why%20are%20MAT%20Assessments%20so%20important%20when%20assessing%20for%20seating%20and%20mobility.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/why-are-mat-assessments-so-important-when-assessing-for-seating-and-mobility) Mar012023 ## [Why are MAT Assessments so important when assessing for seating and mobility?](https://blog.gtk.com.au/why-are-mat-assessments-so-important-when-assessing-for-seating-and-mobility) By Ashleigh Haskins A MAT assessment, or MAT evaluation, is commonly used by seating clinicians as part of the seating and mobility assessment process. But for some clinicians, it can be tempting to skip the MAT... [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/why-are-mat-assessments-so-important-when-assessing-for-seating-and-mobility) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![Understanding Australian Car Seat Standards](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Carrot%203000%20Client%20Image%201%20-%20Black.jpg?width=720&name=Carrot%203000%20Client%20Image%201%20-%20Black.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/understanding-australian-car-seat-standards) Aug082022 ## [Understanding Australian Car Seat Standards](https://blog.gtk.com.au/understanding-australian-car-seat-standards) By Ashleigh Haskins Getting to grips with the regulations regarding child restraint systems in Australia can be difficult. We usually want to refer to the relevant Australian Standards, but the current Australian... [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/understanding-australian-car-seat-standards) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![A Guide to Power Assist Devices](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/emotion-M25-wheels-power.jpg?width=720&name=emotion-M25-wheels-power.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/a-guide-to-power-assist-devices) Feb022022 ## [A Guide to Power Assist Devices](https://blog.gtk.com.au/a-guide-to-power-assist-devices) By Ashleigh Haskins A power assist device is a motorised accessory that can be attached to a manual wheelchair. It allows a wheelchair user to propel with less energy expenditure. The motor in the power assist device... [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/a-guide-to-power-assist-devices) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![Choosing between modular and custom moulded seating](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Choosing%20between%20modular%20and%20custom%20seating.jpg?width=720&name=Choosing%20between%20modular%20and%20custom%20seating.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/how-to-choose-between-modular-and-custom-moulded-seating) Nov182020 ## [Choosing between modular and custom moulded seating](https://blog.gtk.com.au/how-to-choose-between-modular-and-custom-moulded-seating) By Ashleigh Haskins Over the past decade, there has been a proliferation of well-designed modular seating systems that have enabled clinicians to meet complex seating needs without having to utilise custom moulded... [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/how-to-choose-between-modular-and-custom-moulded-seating) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![Seat Elevation: What does the Evidence Say?](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/2598scr_alt_260_4d98143e0804c0c.jpg?width=720&name=2598scr_alt_260_4d98143e0804c0c.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/seat-elevation-what-does-the-evidence-say) Nov042020 ## [Seat Elevation: What does the Evidence Say?](https://blog.gtk.com.au/seat-elevation-what-does-the-evidence-say) By Ashleigh Haskins Powered seat elevation has rapidly become the most prescribed powered seat function after tilt-in-space. The benefits of seat elevation are varied, and most users of seat elevation greatly value the... [Read More](https://blog.gtk.com.au/seat-elevation-what-does-the-evidence-say) ![Read](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hubfs/GTK_October2018-Theme/Images/read-icon.png) [![Prescribing Assistive Technology for Users with Cortical Visual Impairment](https://blog.gtk.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/marc-schulte-KJCyvlA_aAQ-unsplash.jpg?width=720&name=marc-schulte-KJCyvlA_aAQ-unsplash.jpg)](https://blog.gtk.com.au/prescribing-assistive-technology-for-users-with-cortical-visual-impairment) Oct072020 ## [Prescribing Assistive Technology for Users with Cortical Visual Impairment](https://blog.gtk.com.au/prescribing-assistive-technology-for-users-with-cortical-visual-impairment) By Ashleigh Haskins As clinicians, we always consider visual impairments when assessing for and prescribing assistive technology, but if we’re honest we often treat visual impairments as a homogenous group rather than... 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