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pressure ulcers

Pressure Ulcers-Let’s Define Them!

What Is A Pressure Ulcer? Pressure ulcer have many different names. You may have heard these terms: pressure injury, bedsore, decubitus ulcer, pressure sore, pressure wound, decubiti. These are all different words for the same thing- a pressure ulcer. Whatever word you use, a pressure ulcer is damage to the skin or soft tissue over […]

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gardening in a wheelchair

Gardening In A Wheelchair: 5 Essential Tips

Gardening in a wheelchair provides the same benefits as traditional gardening. The smell of dirt and plants, the rustle of leaves, and the feeling of the sun on your skin all create an invigorating experience. Fresh air and nature are still easy to passively enjoy from a seated position, but you may wonder if you […]

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disability discrimination act

A New Disability Discrimination Act for Today

Governments have tried to help disabled people. Yet often across Europe, laws are not binding, and don’t go far enough. Despite the European Convention on Human Rights and disability legislation across the Continent, discrimination still exists. As with most issues, progress will likely come about step by step as we build on what’s gone before. […]

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disabled shower cubicles

Disabled shower cubicles to enhance your home

Having a disabled shower cubicle installed can turn showering from a trial into a pleasure.  As well as being more comfortable to use, and offering safety for the disabled or elderly user, they can also make it quicker to take a shower, letting the user get on with their day. Over-bath showers are already a […]

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hand cycles

Try a new sport: speed along with hand cycles

Keeping fit when you are disabled is not always easy. Getting a decent amount of exercise can take extra effort, and adaptations or special premises may be required for you to really get the opportunity to be sporty. If you are keen to get hold of some specialised exercise equipment or get involved in a […]

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