Category: Occupational Therapy

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] As an OT, communication with your patients is essential – you need to gather as much information as you can about how they are feeling to enable you to assist them better. However, your patients may not always communicate to you when they are feeling uncomfortable in their chair. They may be embarrassed...

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] A very detailed research project by Herman Muller on what patients are really looking for in a chair.

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] If you’re an OT that works with patients in remote locations, you’ll know how time consuming it can be to offer them the support they need. In extreme cases, the distances involved can even be prohibitive to accessing patients in need of help.

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] Several of our most popular models come with a ‘Tilt-in-Space’ function. This is a common feature of Rise and Recline chairs, as when used correctly it can give patients significantly greater comfort and reduced chance of pressure injuries.

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] With Worldwide Stop Pressure Ulcer Day taking place later this month, we thought we’d take a look at how some of the most common causes of pressure injuries might be avoided. Remember, it’s always far better to avoid pressure injuries than to treat them. So don’t worry about being over-careful with your patients...

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] We’ve been talking a lot recently about how to help your patients get the most from their Recliners chairs, by using the footrest correctly or providing appropriate lumber support. Another really important element to be aware of is the best way to maintain and clean your patients’ chairs.

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] Unfortunately, obesity is a real problem in Wales with the latest statistics reporting that 24% of adults fall into this category. This means there every chance that an OT will find themselves dealing with a bariatric patient. The seating requirements for bariatric patients are different to other patients, so it is important to...

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] Patients who spend a large amount of time seated face the danger of kyphosis – forward curvature of the spine caused by slouching and poor posture. Long term effects of kyphosis include everything from temporary back pain and difficulties in breathing, to pressure injuries and long term muscular deformation.

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text] If you have made the decision to go it alone as an Occupational Therapist, you’ll know it’s not an easy one. Leaving behind a regular salary with holidays and sick pay for the great-unknown world of self-employment can be a scary prospect. While the possibility of choosing your own hours and developing your...