--- title: Who might be an appropriate user for Complex Rehab Technology mobility equipment description: If you know a person who is in DME equipment but could benefit from CRT equipment, contact Marx Medical Equipment and start the process. It’s all worth it when the outcome is increased independence and function! image: https://content.marxmedicalequipment.com/hubfs/medical-care-patient-therapy-and-rehab-with-profe-2021-09-03-07-40-05-utc.jpg --- # Who might be an appropriate user for Complex Rehab Technology mobility equipment Posted by [Marx Medical Equipment](https://content.marxmedicalequipment.com/author/marx-medical-equipment) on 3/20/22 10:30 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ![medical-care-patient-therapy-and-rehab-with-profe-2021-09-03-07-40-05-utc](https://content.marxmedicalequipment.com/hs-fs/hubfs/medical-care-patient-therapy-and-rehab-with-profe-2021-09-03-07-40-05-utc.jpg?width=618&name=medical-care-patient-therapy-and-rehab-with-profe-2021-09-03-07-40-05-utc.jpg) A primary diagnosis resulting from a congenital disorder, progressive or degenerative neuromuscular disease, or from certain types of injury or trauma may be a place to start thinking CRT, but do not limit yourself to those diagnoses. A seating evaluation will define if there is need for CRT equipment, and the list below can help you identify the type of user appropriate for CRT equipment. - Uses a wheelchair as primary mobility every day - Sits in the wheelchair for long periods of time - Has limitations in sitting balance - Needs specific dimensions to maintain posture and optimize function - At risk for/has current postural deformities - Has pain in sitting - Needs specific support, configuration, and/or adjustments to maintain posture, protect skin, and maximize function - Propels on varied surfaces/terrain indoors and outdoors - Has tonal abnormalities that interfere with positioning/mobility - Has a progressive condition ** ** **Complex Rehabilitation Technology Products** CRT products are significantly different from standard DME. The list below will help define the difference in the broad range of CRT products - Medically necessary, individually configured manual and power wheelchairs, adaptive seating systems, alternative positioning systems, and other mobility devices - Require evaluation, fitting, configuration, adjustment, or programming - Designed to meet specific and unique medical, physical, and functional needs of individuals with the primary diagnosis resulting from a congenital disorder, progressive or degenerative neuromuscular disease, or from certain types of injury or trauma If you know a person who is in DME equipment but could benefit from CRT equipment, contact Marx Medical Equipment and start the process. It’s all worth it when the outcome is increased independence and function! 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