Reading device upgrade to “revolutionise” how people with vision loss interact with pictures and text
An assistive reading device has recently been upgraded by OrCam Technologies with the goal of being an all-in-one solution for people with vision loss or…
Positioning solution for upper extremities wows specialist wheelchair therapists and rehab engineers
Bart and the BES Healthcare team at the Moduform booth A “groundbreaking” positioning solution for the upper extremities has recently garnered significant attention and praise…
Stylish new 4mph mobility scooter promises to be lightweight with easy folding and unfolding
Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare has launched the Manual Fold+ Scooter, which claims to be lightweight for easy travelling and transportation. Based on the firm’s original Manual…
Inclusive assistive tech innovations win share of £2.5m for further development
BrightSign's smart glove recognises sign language gestures and translates them into speech Stylish mobility aids that tackle stigmas, adaptive beauty products, an AI smart glove…
Engineering student designs adjustable and affordable prosthetic hand
Luke Cox, a final-year Staffordshire University engineering student, has used his skills to design an affordable prosthetic hand prototype to help others like him. Luxe…
New software enables disabled people to practice using eye gaze tech with games and activities
Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) specialist Smartbox has launched Look Lab, a new software package designed to empower disabled people by supporting practice of eye…
New toileting sling claims to resolve a long-standing issue for prescribers and users
Moving and handling specialist Care & Independence has launched the GLOVE Convenience Max sling, which helps reduce tissue viability risks arising from drag and shear…
Motorised assist system to help caregivers move bariatric care patients
A new motorised assist system designed to help caregivers move bariatric patients more easily has been launched. Healthcare equipment provider Innova Care Concepts has launched…
Assistive learning device gets new upgrades to further support learners
OrCam Learn, a comprehensive AI-driven study partner, has recently had two upgrades that make translating English text into other languages easy and reads word definitions…
Innovative wheelchair buggy that helps parents safely transport children wins design award
A state-of-the-art wheelchair buggy, designed to affix to wheelchairs and help parents safely transport their children, has won Bolt Burdon Kemp’s Design the Change competition.…