Weighing Weight: Thinking Critically about Wheelchair Optimisation 41658 27/07/2023 Let’s start with the question - Does weight matter in terms of active user manual self-propel wheelchairs? Often a nuanced, even controversial topic among experienced wheelchair prescribers- what is your initial reaction? If you have a moment, make a few notes before reading further. Keep Reading
Justification of a Gemino 30 Rollator in Parkinson's disease 41657 07/07/2023 Symptoms typical of Parkinson's disease include stiff muscles (rigor), movement disorders (akinesia, hypokinesia, bradykinesia), uncontrollable tremors and a stooped posture; all contributing towards reduced balance and function. Additional symptoms can include speaking and swallowing difficulties, disturbances in blood pressure, digestion, sleep, and mental impacts including depression and dementia.To address these presentations, a rollator is commonly prescribed for falls prevention and to prevent secondary effects of advanced age, inactivity or previous falls. Keep Reading
