Let’s get it clear: It’s been ‘Crash Tested’! So what?
You may see in a manufacturer’s literature that their product has been ‘Crash Tested’. It is important to understand there is no one crash test,…
Let’s get it clear: Foot positioning – when not to put your best foot forward
Figure demonstrating the consequences of foot position on those with shortened hamstrings By Dr Barend ter Haar Over the years I have enjoyed listening to…
Let’s get it clear: You’ve been fired! Flammability standards put to the test
Pressure care equipment (mattresses and cushions) has been tested for years using furniture flammability test standards. This article discusses why these standards are less appropriate…
Let’s get it clear: What makes a good cushion 2 – Functionality
This is the second article in a series which aims to start getting people thinking more about what goes into a cushion that makes it…
Let’s get it clear: What makes a good cushion?
By Dr Barend ter Haar Why cushions need to vary from user to user This article aims to start getting people thinking more about what…





