Cooling cushion allows woman to play sports more comfortably
Gemma Lumsdaine, 20, has cerebral palsy which makes it difficult for her to regulate the temperature of her body. However, since using the wheelAIR backrest…
Remap’s awards celebrate hard work of its volunteers who help disabled people stay independent
National charity Remap held an awards ceremony on 27th June in London to commemorate the work and achievements of its volunteers who help disabled people…
New reclining wheelchair aims to address the risk of sliding and anxiousness around tilting
A new reclining manual wheelchair from Karma Mobility is aiming to address the common issue of sliding by carefully placing the pivot point of the…
New movement monitor could prove the SmartMove for healthcare providers
A new Smart Sensing Patient Movement Monitor has been developed by MediSmart Technologies to help nursing and care staff quickly and easily identify if a…
Big investment in innovative preventative healthcare technology
A new collaboration between medical device supplier Arjo and Swedish-based technology company Next Step Dynamics is working on new solutions to address the issue of…
Revolutionary glove shortlisted for prestigious award
The RAPAEL Smart Glove is a virtual reality glove that is transforming recovery times and expectations of those who have suffered stroke or serious injury…
Revolutionary glasses for visually impaired athletes hope to take gold
Andrew Taylor A new conceptual design for assistive glasses which could revolutionise the way in which visually impaired athletes train and compete have been shortlisted…
Award-winning silicone ostomy product improves quality of lives for patients
A life-changing silicone adhesive that prevents abdominal stomas from leaking and provides a range of benefits for patients and healthcare professionals has been awarded the…
National awards celebrate efforts to support independent living
Two pioneering organisations providing vital, tailored services to thousands of vulnerable people have been jointly crowned Home Improvement Agency Service of the Year. West of…
New bathing innovation adjusts with users’ needs
After years of changing customers’ lives by installing accessible bathrooms and kitchens, Dignity LC Services has launched a new toilet facilitation solution that aims to…