Category: Advice & Tips
What Is Kyphosis?
What Is Kyphosis – A Definition? Kyphosis is a spinal deformity in which the spine shows a forward-facing excessive curve of the back bones...
Mobility Aids That Help Build Independence
What Are Mobility Aids? Mobility aids are device or pieces of equipment that are designed to aid walking or general movement for people with...
50% of Occupational Therapists Are Supporting People Affected with Long Covid
Intro In a recent member survey, the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) found half of Occupational Therapists are supporting someone affected by Long...
Most OT’s Don’t Have the Equipment They Need for Rehabilitation Services.
The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has revealed that 66% of their members report “difficulties delivering rehabilitation services” citing a lack of access...
How To Stop Someone Leaning In A Chair
In this article we look at the widespread issue of leaning to one side in a chair and how you can prevent this from...
Training steps and stairs – StairTrainer a major step forward
Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists will be aware of the complex nature of rehabilitation; each client needs their own personalised plan to ensure that...
How much does a wheelchair cost?
If you are buying a wheelchair for the first time, in this article, I cover many of the topics you should consider in relation...
Reduce the impact of falls and prevent hip fractures
One of the most common issues facing the older person is that of falls and in some cases the subsequent hip fractures. For those...
How to prevent pressure sores
Knowing how to prevent pressure sores is key. Pressure injuries are one of the most troublesome problems to treat, and they can develop to...
Recovering from a hip fracture
Hip fractures can be particularly tricky to recover from depending on the severity of the break, your age, and other factors. Recovering from a...