“Revolutionary” and contemporary wheelchair looks to transform air travel for users
Credit: ©Andrea Mocellin Revolve Air is an innovative new active wheelchair that fits the standard cabin baggage dimensions used universally by airlines and looks to…
New AI speakers make news and entertainment accessible for those with sight loss
Launching today, a new AI personal assistant for blind and visually impaired people will, for the first time, deliver news updates, over 27,000 books, the…
Paediatric multi-function small standing powerchair launches in the UK
Precision Rehab has launched the multi-function Paravan PR35S powered wheelchair for disabled children and smaller people, which it says is the smallest standing powerchair currently…
AI glove set to improve hand grip for millions with muscle weakness
A robotic glove based on artificial intelligence (AI) technology could soon be helping millions of people recover muscle grip in their hands after securing support…
Amazon announces accessibility upgrades to Alexa app for people with vision impairments
Multinational technology company Amazon is announcing an update to the Alexa app, including light and dark modes and text scaling for improved accessibility. Alexa is…
New partnership to bring OT-designed range of eating and drinking aids to the UK
Mobility supplier Fortuna Mobility has formed a UK partnership with Ornamin, which specialises in eating and drinking aids and supplies more than 2,000 care institutions…
Cost-effective fall assistance device launches for use in domestic settings
Yorkshire Care Equipment, a specialist seating, mobility aid and care equipment company, has launched the Raizer M fall assistance device, which has been specially designed…
New flexible pressure care system to reduce clinical training on multiple devices
Moving away from a traditional dedicated pump and dynamic mattress system, Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare has developed mattress and cushion options that are compatible with both…
“Essential” hearing aids to give more people access to care and professional guidance
GN Hearing, a global hearing aid provider, has launched ReSound Key, an “essential” hearing aid line-up that provides greater access to award-winning hearing technology worldwide.…
TEC partnership to provide monitored smart home sensor package to support vulnerable clients
Taking Care, one of the UK’s largest personal alarm providers, has selected Anthropos to power its latest offering – the Taking Care Safe Home Alert.…