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There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. Our clinicial team at is made up of Occupational Therapists, Nurses, and a Doctor of Physical Therapy so we have a unique understanding of our patient needs when it comes to seating. We are changing the world of healthcare seating and through this blog we are educating fellow clinicians with informational videos and how to articles, as well as sharing key industry news, and highlighting research to support evidence based practice. Why does seating matter? Understanding why seating matters, can make a difference to the life of patients and caregivers, preventing injury ... Read More Martin Tierney March 03, 2021 / 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Let’s talk about the footplate Do you know why the footplate is important? In clinical, therapeutic seating the footplate is essential in order to ... Read More Martin Tierney February 23, 2021 / 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Lockdown Exercises: Exercises with Limited Space If you, or someone you care for, is isolated either at home or in a care home due to Covid restrictions, you might be ... Read More Dr Elizabeth Tierney, PT, DPT December 09, 2020 / in Physical Therapy / Physiotherapy , Coronavirus , Covid-19 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments How often should you change a pressure cushion? We have found, that a common question with healthcare professionals can be ‘how often do you need to change a ... Read More Martina Tierney OT December 09, 2020 / in Pressure Management , Pressure Ulcer Reduction , Pressure Ulcer / Pressure Injury , Cushion , Pressure Cushions 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Janet finds comfort in her Phoenix chair In March 2019, 74 year old Janet, from Barton-Le-Clay, suffered a severe stroke, leaving her completely paralysed on ... Read More Martin Tierney November 27, 2020 / in Case Study , Phoenix , Stroke , Brain Injury , Phoenix Case Study 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Rent a Chair & Bring Them Home for Christmas With Christmas only a few weeks away, you may be working hard to make sure your loved one can be home for Christmas. ... Read More Martin Tierney November 24, 2020 / in Pressure Management , Seating Specialist , Rentals , Residential Care 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Stop Pressure Ulcers Day 19th November 2020 Pressure ulcers (sometimes referred to as pressure injuries) are a key indicator of the quality and experience of ... Read More Martin Tierney November 19, 2020 / in Pressure Management , Pressure Ulcer Reduction , Pressure Ulcer / Pressure Injury , Pressure Cushions 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Phoenix has changed Adam’s life! In 2013, Adam was a regular, 33 year old, Manchester United supporter, in what he describes as the prime of his ... Read More Martin Tierney November 09, 2020 / in Phoenix , Stroke , Specialist Seating , Brain Injury , Phoenix Case Study 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Pressure Injuries & Seating Pressure injuries are a significant health care problem affecting individuals of all ages cared for across a variety ... Read More Martina Tierney OT October 29, 2020 / in Pressure Ulcer Reduction , Pressure Ulcer / Pressure Injury 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments How to Reduce Pressure Injuries in Seating Despite ongoing research, evidence and skills, pressure injuries still affect 1 in 5 patients across the continuum of ... 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