University develops virtual physiotherapy system for Stroke survivors
Leeds Beckett University has developed an intelligent system to support home rehabilitation for Stroke survivors. Designed by Professor Dorothy Monekosso, Director of Research in the…
Award-winning knitwear designer and writer attributes quicker stroke recovery to stand aid
Kate Davies with Andrew King, Etac National Sales Manager, and the latest Etac Turner Pro Through the initial rehabilitative qualities of the Etac Turner stand…
Could new therapy be music to stroke and dementia patients’ ears?
Chroma Therapies, a national provider of arts therapy services, has been commissioned to pilot multiple new neurologic music therapy projects to aid people with acquired…
Revolutionary glove shortlisted for prestigious award
The RAPAEL Smart Glove is a virtual reality glove that is transforming recovery times and expectations of those who have suffered stroke or serious injury…
Innovative implant could transform stroke rehabilitation
An experimental implant that “rewires” circuits in the brain could transform stroke rehabilitation, with experts studying a new approach that could help patients recover their…
Are young stroke survivors overlooked?
Adam Hayes, a Hospitality Professional from Birmingham, was just 29 when he had a stroke in his bathroom four years ago causing paralysis to the…
More movement options for Stroke survivors
New orthosis gives stroke survivors and people with neurological conditions more options to facilitate movement and increase control over hands, wrists and fingers. Ottobock’s…
Stroke patients show improvement with a brain-computer interface
Researchers at the University of Adelaide's new Centre for Stem Cell Research are aiming by the end of this year to show repair in stroke-damaged…
Langham Steps in ground-breaking new posture trial
Langham is supporting the charity ARCOS with a ground-breaking trial, using the Langham K40 step to improve the lives of people with neurological conditions, such…
AKW helps families overcome accessibility issues with DIY SOS
AKW expertise in home adaptations helps BBC’s DIY SOS team to keep families together by overcoming their everyday accessibility challenges. Adapted living specialist AKW has…