CASE STUDY: Seven-year-old girl overcomes disability to finish virtual charity run
A seven-year-old girl with cerebral palsy has raised £600 for charity by completing a virtual run using equipment provided by postural support specialist Jiraffe. Wren…
CASE STUDY: Assistive tech helps 10-year-old football fan find new lease of independence
As a football fanatic, 10-year-old Mikey Poulli from London didn't allow his sight loss to prevent him from enjoying – and playing – the game…
CASE STUDY: Ceiling track hoists help future proof needs of care home
A Gloucestershire-based independent care provider has recently completed a 46-bed extension on its home for clients with dementia and nursing care requirements with the help…
CASE STUDY: Assistive tech turns risky process into safe experience for Katie
Something as simple as a powered device from AAT GB to get up and downstairs has transformed the routine but potentially dangerous process for the…
CASE STUDY: Therapy riding centre installs accessible changing facility for disabled users
Muirfield Riding Therapy Centre in East Lothian, Scotland has recently completed the construction of a purpose-built accessible changing facility for people using the centre, which…
CASE STUDY: 20-year-old with complex disabilities set to take on a Parkrun thanks to Jiraffe
A Derbyshire youngster with complex disabilities has her sights set on taking part in a Parkrun event after bespoke equipment provided by Sheffield-based postural support…
CASE STUDY: Fidgetbum helps 13-year-old boy get a good night’s sleep
13-year-old Elliott Baker from Oxfordshire is benefitting from using Fidgetbum™, a pioneering non-medicinal sleep aid which was the brainchild of Mel Wood. Elliott has Kernicterus,…
CASE STUDY: Quest supports Thomas as he aims for para-athletics glory
16-year-old Thomas Talbot from Lincolnshire has cerebral palsy; he has been using equipment from Quest, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of therapy, rehabilitation and…
CASE STUDY: Cutting-edge prosthesis and determination helps amputee race to victory
Lovingly named “Monster Mike”, Mike Schultz has been a snowmobile racer since his high school days, going professional in 2003. But everything changed after a…
CASE STUDY: World’s first K110 small seat system helps young girl recline and sit up independently
Powerchair specialist Precision Rehab recently delivered a Paravan Piccolino powerchair to 4-year-old Lily who has Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) type 2. This particular Piccolinio powerchair…