RCOT and CSP join forces to develop principles for practice-based learning
Two major organisations for occupational therapists (OTs) and physiotherapists (PTs) are working together to produce a series of principles for practice-based learning. The Royal College…
Healthcare professionals to benefit from free CPD posture and bathing seminar
Assistive bath provider Abacus Specialist Bathroom Solutions will present a posture and bathing seminar by Kate Sheehan, Occupational Therapist (OT), as part of its…
Almost three-quarters of OTs feel there are not enough staff to meet rehab service demands
The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has revealed a huge increase in demand for occupational therapy-led rehabilitation services in the UK, as occupational therapists…
Free online learning series to enable OTs to enhance their practice in the area of assisted toileting
Specialist manufacturer of wash and dry toilets, Closomat has developed an online learning series for occupational therapists (OTs) in coordination with The OT Service. These…
A1 Risk Solutions and OT Service partner together to deliver highest-quality moving and handling training
The OT Service, a private occupational therapy company, and A1 Risk Solutions, a manual handling training and risk management solutions firm, have announced an important…
17 of the best assistive tech innovations for OTs to see at the OT Show 2021
Taking place from 24th-25th November 2021 at the NEC in Birmingham, the OT Show is an annual exhibition for occupational therapists (OTs). It gives them…
Mobility retailer launches virtual OT assessment service to beat lengthy waiting times
Kate Makin, Resident Occupational Therapist at Ability Superstore One of the UK’s largest online mobility aid retailers, Ability Superstore, has relaunched its virtual Occupational Therapy…
Annual medical conference returns with a focus on a multi-disciplinary approach to hypermobility
Helen McCormack, Senior Orthotist at Peacocks Medical Group Newcastle-based Peacocks Medical Group has announced its annual FORTH conference will be returning in January 2022, which…
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…
Almost three-quarters of OTs unable to provide vital therapy for children and young people
70 per cent of occupational therapists (OTs) are not currently able to provide adequate occupational therapy that children and young people need, a survey carried…