The OT’s Perspective: What the heck is AAC?!
Stuart Barrow looks at how Augmentative and Alternative Communication can change lives for the better and how to interact with customers who may have communication…
The OT’s Perspective: Are you sitting comfortably?
What retailers need to know about providing furniture for people with disabilities and those that require homecare… Stuart Barrow, Promoting Independence As an Occupational Therapist,…
The OT’s Perspective: What to consider when it comes to access at home and the public arena
Stuart Barrow, Promoting Independence When it comes to helping people with disabilities get around, the world has changed A LOT in the last few years.…
The OT’s Perspective: What we look for when recommending walking aids
Stuart Barrow, Promoting Independence Identifying the correct walking aid for a client is one of the most important things that an OT can do, so…
The OT’s Perspective: Stairlifts vs Through floor lifts
Stuart Barrow, Promoting Independence Four things to consider before recommending a Through Floor Lift As an OT, one of the most important things I can…
College of Occupational Therapists becomes Royal
It has been confirmed that Her Majesty The Queen has granted permission for the Royal title to be used by the College of Occupational Therapists.…
Latest innovation in prosthetic technology unveiled
"This really is a remarkable ankle solution for those who have lost the power in their lower limb" The emPOWER Ankle is the latest feat…
Innovative hoistable clothing range looks to change the industry
A new, innovative hoistable clothing range called Klip2Lift has launched. Available in two options, the range aims to be safer and easier to use than…
How safe is your ‘non-slip’ shower tray? The Importance of DIN Ratings
When Impey exhibited at COT 2015 and presented their Radiate shower tray to hundreds of visiting Occupational Therapists, research surprisingly found that over 80% of…
British Polio remaps approach to Post Polio Syndrome at OT Show
The British Polio Fellowship is attending the Occupational Therapy (OT) Show on the 23-24 November at Birmingham’s NEC. From stand I61, the national charity will be directly targeting healthcare professionals as…