In this article we consider the top 3 reasons why a footplate is essential in order to stabilise the feet and we’ll look at the effect this has on patient
HOW TO HOIST TRANSFER IN AND OUT OF A SEATING MATTERS CHAIR
My name is Aideen Gallagher and I am a specialist in the moving and handling of people with disabilities. I have developed HoistEd, which teaches health professionals how to eliminate manual
THE 4 PRINCIPLES OF GOOD SEATING
Pressure injuries are thought to be preventable in the majority of cases, and can cause serious health issues and death. Please join us on our mission to reduce the incidence
CAROL FINALLY FINDS COMFORT AFTER SUFFERING A STROKE
By Martina Tierney OT One of the most fulfilling aspects of my job is seeing and hearing how our chairs improve someone’s quality of life. I can’t be there to
SEATING PATIENTS WITH COMPLEX NEEDS
In a daily case load, each patient we encounter is different, with individual needs which change and evolve throughout the duration of their medical condition. When seating patients with complex
WHY USE TILT IN SPACE?
To help meet the goals you have identified for your patient, it’s important to select a chair with features that can help maximize a person’s functional ability, physiological goals and
THE IMPORTANCE OF GOOD POSTURE IN SITTING
Posture Can Kill! It sounds extreme but it’s true. We’re going to look at how a bad posture can ultimately result in fatality if it is not corrected over a
HOW OFTEN SHOULD A PATIENT BE REPOSITIONED IN A CHAIR?
At Seating Matters, a commonly asked question we are approached with is, how often should I reposition my patient? We tend to follow the NICE guidelines and advise that repositioning
A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO SEATING BARIATRIC PATIENTS
We’ve discovered from speaking to clinicians, physiotherapists, nurses and occupational therapists across the world during training sessions and at industry shows, that there is an increasing need for guidance and
MANUAL HANDLING ADVICE PART 2: Using An Active Hoist or Patient Lift To Transfer Clients Into A Monaco or Atlanta
You may have already had a chance to see PART 1 of our latest manual handling video sequence, providing tips and advice for hoisting in and out of the Sorrento.