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…
Popular adjustable riser recliner looks to turn heads at this week’s OT Show
Primacare, a bespoke seating company, will be showcasing its Adelphi riser recliner chair to healthcare professionals at the upcoming OT Show. Since the launch of…
New bariatric chair to debut at 2019 Care Show offering comprehensive range of positions for care, comfort and independent living
Repose Furniture, a manufacturer of bespoke seating solutions, will be debuting its Arden bariatric chair on stand A70 at this year’s Care Show, which takes…
CPD presentation and assistive paediatric innovations to be showcased at PMG Conference
Healthcare professionals will be able to take advantage of Etac R82’s CPD seminar on ability-based seating at the upcoming Posture and Mobility Group (PMG) Conference…
Free and essential clinical seating handbook resource launched for OTs and healthcare professionals
Seating Matters, an established manufacturer of a range of clinical, therapeutic seating products, has published the fifth edition of The Clinician’s Seating Handbook and is…
Healthcare professionals invited to learn more about complex seating at free training events
Prosthetics, orthotics, seating and mobility rehabilitation manufacturer Blatchford is running a free complex seating training day in Sheffield throughout the first quarter of 2019, with…