OTAC Cambridge
An OTAC event is a great day packed with the latest equipment and adaptation guidance you will require in your day to day practice. OTAC…
Personalised video assessments to support OTs and housing adaptation teams
Accessible bathing specialist Closomat is extending its remote assessment capabilities to support adaptation teams and occupational therapists (OTs). Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, the need for…
OT-led video assessments for adjustable beds, chairs and care cots prove popular with clients
Theraposture, a specialist in adjustable beds, chairs and care cots, is experiencing growing demand for its latest OT-led, personalised video assessments and product demonstrations, following…
OTs encouraged to take part in survey about coronavirus’ impact on occupational therapy profession
A new survey has launched to explore the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on occupational therapists (OTs) and their profession, including practice, education and research.…
Single-Handed Care Part Two: The winning formula
Deborah Harrison is the founder of A1 Risk Solutions, an independent organisation that specialises in moving andhandling, training, risk assessment and consultancy. Deborah started as…
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…
A conversation with Susie Turnbull, WheelAir Clinical Educator and OT
Susie Turnbull qualified as an occupational therapist in 2000, working in the NHS and also as an independent practitioner. Her area of expertise lies in…
Theraposture details how using video tech is helping assess clients for vital equipment
As providers of healthcare equipment adapt to the new reality of social distancing and shielding, Theraposture has outlined how embracing video conferencing has enabled it…
The science of seating and innovations in paediatric care
Padraig Finn joined Yorkshire Care Equipment in 2012. He took on a role as a seating assessor and has been using his background in physiotherapy…
Assessing toilet needs: An OT’s insights
Robin Tuffley, Marketing Manager for Closomat The content for the original core document by Closomat – ‘Occupational Analysis: Activity analysis of toileting’ – was developed…