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Archive: April 2024

  1. 08 Apr 2024

    Bedroom Aids - Useful Equipment to Help Get In and Out of Bed

    If you find yourself with flexibility or strength issues, one of the tasks with which you may have difficulty, is getting in and out of bed. While it&
    Sally Madeley-Carr, OT
  2. 08 Apr 2024

    Bed Sores: Causes, Stages And Using Pressure Cushions

    Pressure sores may develop if you sit down or lie in the same position for a sustained period of time. Also called bed sores or pressure ulcers, they
    Sally Madeley-Carr, OT
  3. 08 Apr 2024

    Choosing Practical Disability Aids for Balance in the Bathroom

    Growing older brings a host of new challenges which we may not see coming. As our strength, balance and flexibility starts to reduce, some daily tasks
    Sally Madeley-Carr, OT
  4. 08 Apr 2024

    Maintaining Mobility With Physical Disabilities

    Using equipment and devices to undertake day-to-day tasks may become a fundamental part of your routine if you have certain medical conditions or disa
    Sally Madeley-Carr, OT
  5. 03 Apr 2024

    Pill Boxes - Things to Think About When Organising Your Medication

    Many people have health conditions that mean they need to take a lot of medicine, often on a daily basis. Keeping track of which pills you need and in
    Sally Madeley-Carr, OT
  6. 03 Apr 2024

    6 Tips for the Correct Use of Forearm Crutches

    Using crutches in the correct manner is important. Whether you are recovering from an operation or injury, or you need them for a chronic condition, i
    Sally Madeley-Carr, OT
  7. 03 Apr 2024

    Essential Aids' Guide to Manual Wheelchairs

    For people who believe they may need a wheelchair for essential medical reasons, the first step is to talk to a GP. They will help you access a full s
    Sally Madeley-Carr, OT
  8. 03 Apr 2024

    Walking Frames: Making Life Easier One Step at a Time

    Walking frames offer excellent support if you're living with mobility problems or recovering from injury. They provide a mobile platform which is
    Sally Madeley-Carr, OT
  9. 03 Apr 2024

    Top 5 Pieces of Equipment to Safely Get In and Out of the Bath

    The ability to keep yourself clean is one of the basics of maintaining independence in old age. However, many physical conditions associated with grow
    Sally Madeley-Carr, OT
  10. 03 Apr 2024

    Aids to Help Elderly People Spending Prolonged Periods in Bed

    Issues like arthritis, back pain and joint stiffness can lead to difficulty in getting in and out of bed. As we get older and more toilet runs are req
    Sally Madeley-Carr, OT
  11. 03 Apr 2024

    Clever Adapted Cutlery Makes A Difference At Mealtimes

    There are a number of health conditions which may make it difficult to eat with standard cutlery. Hand and arm tremors, reduced strength or limited mo
    Sally Madeley-Carr, OT
  12. 03 Apr 2024

    Perching Stools - Life on the Edge

    Many people in later life find it difficult to stand unsupported for even short periods of time. While there are pieces of equipment like grab rails w
    Sally Madeley-Carr, OT
  13. 03 Apr 2024

    Your Buying Guide for Toilet Assistance Products

    Losing one's balance or strength because of a medical condition can make using the toilet more difficult. Whether it's just being unsteady on
    Sally Madeley-Carr, OT
  14. 03 Apr 2024

    Slippers and Other Footwear for Swollen Feet

    Suffering with swollen feet and ankles (oedema) is common among elderly people and can lead to serious discomfort. Extra wide slippers provide welcome
    Sally Madeley-Carr, OT
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