Let’s get it clear: How can we get one size to fit all in seating?
Seating in long-term care facilities is seldom designed for the individual using it – often, all the chairs have been bought as a package and…
Guest article: BodiTrak empowers Bristol to prevent harm and enhance their service provision
This guest article features an interview with Kirsty-Ann Cutler and Jennifer Bagust from the Wheelchair and Special Seating team at Bristol Centre for Enablement, and…
Free training webinar for OTs and PTs in specifying specialist seating solutions to meet care needs
Later this month, occupational therapists (OTs) and physiotherapists (PTs) will have the opportunity to attend a free online training session about specifying seating solutions that…
OT-designed specialist seat that prevents posture-related issues celebrates 25 years
Bambach – which is proven to help the user sit comfortably, while relieving back pain and preventing posture-related problems – is 25 years old and…
CASE STUDY: Disabled toddler can finally play with his family thanks to postural support specialists
The parents of a 22-month-old boy from Greater Manchester with cerebral palsy have praised the equipment provided by a leading Sheffield-based postural support specialist. Max…
The science of seating and innovations in paediatric care
Padraig Finn joined Yorkshire Care Equipment in 2012. He took on a role as a seating assessor and has been using his background in physiotherapy…
Let’s get it clear: Is 90 degrees a right angle?
iShear device which when placed under seat cushion, uses shear force information to inform about optimal positioning of the occupant From Figure in Waugh &…
Powerchair specialist and innovative cooling backrest provider team up to create unique seating solution
WheelAir, the company behind the pioneering cooling cushion for wheelchairs to stop the client from sweating and overheating, has collaborated with powerchair specialist Precision Rehab…
Parkinson’s and seating – What to consider when specifying a chair
Repose Furniture C-air Kate Sheehan, Director of The OT Service, is an occupational therapist specialising in environmental design and equipment provision. She is well respected…
New cushion inserts with 43 percent better pressure distribution than all-foam cushions launch
Specialist in advanced impact mitigation and cushioning solutions SKYDEX has announced the release of its Performance Comfort seating solutions, giving clients greater comfort whilst reducing…