Parkinson’s and seating – What to consider when specifying a chair
Repose Furniture C-air Kate Sheehan, Director of The OT Service, is an occupational therapist specialising in environmental design and equipment provision. She is well respected…
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…
Supportive and safe patient handling device to turn heads at The OT Show
Showcasing to attending occupational therapists why its latest product ensures minimal effort on the part of the carer, Joerns Healthcare, a manufacturer and national service…
RCOT outlines new Research and Development Strategy for occupational therapy in the UK
The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has launched the Research and Development Strategy 2019-2024, setting out its vision for the direction of occupational therapy…
Independent Living Centre rises from the ashes to showcase modern housing adaptations
Opened by an occupational therapist with over 40 years’ experience of working with disabled people, a new Independent Living Centre in East Anglia will showcase…
wheelAIR hires new OT to research overheating amongst wheelchair users and expand its clinical expertise
Healthcare start-up wheelAIR has introduced Susie Turnbull as its new wheelchair clinical educator, who will use her knowledge and expertise to research the issue of…
New Abacus assisted bathing seminar to be presented by Adam Ferry OT at Kidz North
Working alongside Abacus Specialist Bathroom Solutions, Adam Ferry, respected Occupational Therapist, will be delivering a brand new CPD-accredited bathing seminar at Kidz to Adultz North.…