Category: Advice & Tips
How to get someone out of bed
Moving and handling specialists will always tell you that this is one of the riskiest transfers that can result in injury, but that shouldn’t...
How to get back up after a fall
Slips, trips, and stumbles are always more common in autumn and winter. What with slippery leaves and trip hazards galore, it’s a lot easier...
Shower chairs for people with poor posture
Shower chairs give people the ability to shower and use the bathroom facilities with comfort and dignity. People who need shower chairs on a...
How much does a mobility scooter cost?
Mobility scooter costs vary depending on specification. If you’re looking to buy a new mobility scooter, then no doubt this is one of the...
What causes pelvic rotation and how can specialist seating help it?
Chairs for people with pelvic rotation can really help not only to alleviate any pain or discomfort but also to correct the person’s positioning....
A guide to mobility scooter hoists for cars
We get lots of enquiries about mobility scooter hoists for cars and other aids that could help you get your scooter in and out...
Specialist seating for spina bifida
Specifying seating for spina bifida can be a bit trickier because it’s a condition that presents in so many ways. Spina bifida is very...
What are my disability rights in the UK?
Disability rights in the UK were introduced into legislature in 1995 with the Disability Discrimination Act. This has since been fleshed out to form...
What is a care chair?
Care chairs are a bit more advanced than a traditional rise and recline chair because they offer more support for people with greater needs....
Things to consider when moving and handling children
Using the correct moving and handling practices can help safeguard both the person and the carer from possible injury or harm. But what do...