Study reveals that over a quarter of over-65s that have fallen do not tell family or carers
According to a study of 2,000 people aged 65 and above, 24 percent of older people have fallen at home and 26 percent of those…
Visitors impressed with modern and versatile stairlift range at OT Show 2022
Stairlift and homelift manufacturer Access BDD has said that its contemporary stairlift range proved to be “extremely popular” with occupational therapists (OTs) at this year’s…
Assistive tech manufacturer’s Parkinson’s walking aid wins OT Show award
Rollz Mobility has announced that its Parkinson’s rollator was voted by this year's OT Show visitors the ‘Best New Product’ of the exhibition. The rollator…
OTs enjoy educational CPD seminars on safe transfers into and out of beds
Theraposture has reported its most successful OT Show ever with “impressive” numbers of occupational therapists (OTs) attending its stand last week for free educational seminars…
Versatile wheelchair and mobility scooter range showcased to OTs
TGA Mobility demonstrated its assistive technology range to occupational therapists (OTs) at last week’s OT Show and discussed how these devices can facilitate enablement for…
OT Show awards bathing solutions provider for its CPD sessions produced with The OT Service
Presenting its most comprehensive educational programme ever, Abacus Specialist Bathroom Solutions, in association with The OT Service, has been awarded at the OT Show 2022…
OTs respond “fantastically” to power-assisted wheelchair range at OT Show 2022
Rehasense UK has reported a successful OT Show 2022, after occupational therapists (OTs) responded “fantastically” to its range of assistive technology products. The supplier demonstrated…
Council introduces digital cloud-based platform to manage its community telecare system
East Renfrewshire Council has become the first local authority in Scotland to introduce a fully digital, cloud-based platform for handling its community alarm system, having…
Case study: Council reuses assistive equipment to help young boy with cerebral palsy
Daily life for one Doncaster family has reached new heights thanks to a local authority’s occupational therapy team optimising the use of existing equipment. Brain…
NHS Scotland staff offered another record pay increase following strike action
The Scottish Government has revealed its “best and final” offer to NHS Agenda for Change (AfC) workers following pay negotiations with trade unions and employers.…