The OT’s Perspective: Will you still be relevant in 2025?
I can scarcely believe it, but we’re now well into 2020, which feels dangerously futuristic. And before we know it, 2025 will be here, then…
The OT’s Perspective: Can your client use the DFG for a home lift?
If you’re not familiar with the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG), then here’s what you need to know: A DFG is there to pay for essential…
The OT’s Perspective: Young people and the Disabled Facilities Grant
I’ve written before about the role that manufacturers and retailers can play in helping young people with disabilities, but this month I want to talk…
The OT’s Perspective: Breaking Taboos
Traditional colostomy bags are being reimagined as designers such as Brunel University graduate Stephanie Monty create more attractive alternatives, making the subject less taboo How…
The OT’s Perspective: How retailers and manufacturers can use OTs to improve products and serve their audience
As you know, I’m an occupational therapist, with a specific interest in adaptations. And over the years, as well as working with housing associations, local…
The OT’s Perspective: What’s the occasion?
An Occupational Therapist’s perspective on helping clients choose the right wheelchairs for occasional use… I’ve written extensively about walking aids in the past and I’m…
The OT’s Perspective: What should we all be bearing in mind when it comes to moving and handling?
Stuart Barrow, Promoting Independence As it is Occupational Therapy Week this week, which recognises the fantastic work of occupational therapists across the UK, this article…
The OT’s Perspective: What should we all be bearing in mind when it comes to moving and handling?
Stuart Barrow, of Promoting Independence, is a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and a recognised expert in the field of home adaptations.…
The OT’s Perspective: Sensory Loss – A brief overview
Stuart Barrow, Promoting Independence As occupational therapists, we help a lot of different people in a lot of different ways. But one of the things…
The OT’s Perspective: The questions you must ask before specifying a powerchair…
Stuart Barrow, Promoting Independence Powerchairs are a great “bridge” for some clients who can’t use a self-propelled chair but don’t want to rely on being…