Council’s occupational therapy service urges residents to return unused assistive equipment
The occupational therapy service at Shetland Islands Council is urging local residents to return any unwanted assistive equipment so that it can continue supporting people…
Charity donates transformative assistive tech to life-limited children at hospice
The children’s charity Lifelites has donated “life-changing” assistive technology worth thousands of pounds for life-limited and disabled children using Claire House children’s hospice services. The…
OT-led video assessments for adjustable beds, chairs and care cots prove popular with clients
Theraposture, a specialist in adjustable beds, chairs and care cots, is experiencing growing demand for its latest OT-led, personalised video assessments and product demonstrations, following…
Doncaster Council launches campaign to encourage locals to use assistive tech so they can remain independent at home
Highlighting some of the ways assistive technology can help people stay independent for longer, Doncaster Council has launched a new campaign promoting the benefits of…
The OT’s Perspective: Try before you buy
Stuart Barrow, Promoting Independence With assistive technology more advanced than ever, healthcare professionals and their clients have an incredible amount of choice. But how do…
CPD manual handling seminars and assistive product showcase impress at OT Show
Etac R82 has reported OT Show success after delivering CPD-accredited manual handling seminars and showcasing its largest ever assistive equipment portfolio to attending occupational therapists…
Council’s refreshed dementia action plan encourages use of assistive tech and provides more support for carers
Nottinghamshire County Council is rolling out a new initiative to increase awareness and improve the lives of residents with dementia, which encourages the use of…
Respected international therapist to present latest patient mobilisation techniques to healthcare professionals at NBE 2019
Based in Sweden, highly experienced Etac Occupational Therapist (OT) Kristin Törnkvist will illustrate the latest patient mobilisation solutions at the National Back Exchange (NBE). NBE…
Seven life-changing assistive tech innovations recognised at annual awards
National charity Remap has celebrated seven assistive technology solutions at its 2019 awards event, highlighting bespoke solutions that have transformed the lives of disabled people.…
Transportable Molift Smart 150 hoist allows international travel for campaigning Phillip with Duchenne
Phillip Carroll, aged 25 from Cobham in Surrey, along with his mother Janet, continue to campaign for Duchenne charities across the world thanks to the…