New docuseries will highlight the pivotal role of assistive tech in revolutionising education
The British Assistive Technology Association (BATA) has launched a three-part docuseries that explores the “pivotal” role of assistive technology in education. Entitled ‘The Power of…
Industry and academia team up to deploy digital tools and techniques for telecare
Tunstall Healthcare and The University of Edinburgh have signed a Memorandum of Understanding at an event in Edinburgh City Chambers. The partnership aims to accelerate…
New rotating bed that was developed in partnership with OTs and users to launch at OT Show
Adjustable bed, chair, and care cot specialist Theraposture will be unveiling its pioneering new Orbit 235 rotating bed at the OT Show 2023 next week on…
Hospital waiting lists could reach eight million by August 2024 regardless of strike action
New analysis has revealed if current trends continue, the waiting list for routine hospital treatment in England could rise to over eight million by next…
Free resource to help identify pressure ulcers launches for Stop Pressure Ulcer Day 2023
To coincide with this year’s Stop Pressure Ulcer Day today (16 November), specialist hospital bed manufacturer Medstrom has launched a free resource to support with…
Lightweight and intelligent microprocessor controlled orthotic device launches
Prosthetic manufacturer Blatchford has launched Tectus, a “life-changing” intelligent orthotic device that is designed to enable people with partial lower limb paralysis to walk more…
Free assisted bathing CPD seminars available at the OT Show 2023
Abacus Specialist Bathroom Solutions, in association with The OT Service, will be presenting free assisted bathing CPD sessions at the OT Show 2023 on stand…
EXCLUSIVE: Apple and Google are locked in an accessibility arms race. Here’s how to ensure that disabled users are the real winners.
Rebecca Rosenberg, Founder and CEO at ReBokeh Rebecca Rosenberg, Founder and CEO at ReBokeh, discusses how big technology companies like Apple and Google are finally…
Free CPD session will share the latest solutions to help with safe transfers into and out of a bed
Shaun Masters, Occupational Therapist, and the Theraposture team will be hosting 'Getting legs into bed - redefined' CPD seminars at the OT Show Occupational therapist…
EXCLUSIVE: The power of brain-computer interface assistive devices for motor impairments
Naeem Komeilipoor, CTO of AAVAA, discusses how brain-computer interface assistive devices are working to overcome the limitations of current assistive products and how these devices…