It’s nearing Rise4Disability next week and we have saved the best until last! We wanted to take this opportunity to look at some of the mobility options on show next week. Before we look at wheelchairs at Rise South East though, there is one thing to cover first. There will be a Changing Places available on the day. Provided by Migloo, the Changing Place will be equipped with a hoist, bed ...[Read More]
With Rise4Disability less than a week away, we wanted to take a look at some of the vehicle manufacturers who you will be able to meet next week. Today is about motoring at Rise South East. However, first of all we need to remind you that it’s free to attend Rise but you’ll need to register. That’s been kept really simple for you too – just click here and complete your d...[Read More]
It’s not long now until Rise4Disability in Maidstone. First of all, if you haven’t got your free tickets click here and register – it takes less than 5 minutes. If you’ve registered, then you’ll probably looking ahead to Rise South East – and here’s some more to help you plan your day. Accora Accora will be demonstrating their Configura Comfort – a...[Read More]
With just 8 days to go until Rise4Disability South East, we wanted to take a little look at some of the exhibitors who will be showcasing some of what they do. Welcome to our Rise South East Exhibitor focus! Freedom Wheelchair Skills If you’re new to using a wheelchair or even if you want to learn some new tricks, Stuart from Freedom Wheelchair Skills will be on-hand to discuss and identify...[Read More]
A good night sleep is important. Theraposture will be showcasing the extended Rotoflex bed range with the world’s-first powered rising heel support at Rise4Disability in Maidstone on 18 September. A good sleep and rest position can help to improve circulation and reduce fluid retention. The original and trusted Rotoflex is the ONLY rotating bed that can be supplied with the patented powered risi...[Read More]
Personal hygiene is important, especially for those using a wheelchair. Helpfully, Abacus are to offer a bathing showcase at Rise4Disability in Maidstone on 18 September. Abacus Specialist Bathroom Solutions, a leading provider of assistive baths for disabled children and adults, will be highlighting its assisted bathing courses for professionals and demonstrating its Gemini height-adjustable pla...[Read More]
It’s less than 10 days to go until RISE4Disability in Peterborough (12 July – get your FREE tickets here) – if you’ve not heard about RISE4Disability, then you can find out more here. We’ve been looking at what exhibitors will be showcasing at RISE4Disability and here’s what we know Ottobock, Klaxon and Recare Ottobock will be showcasing the Zenit manual foldin...[Read More]
Sunrise will be exhibiting their new Salsa Q-Range at RISE4Disability in Peterborough, 12 July. We like a new wheelchair – it’s no secret – and we’ve already seen the new Salsa Q100R and Q200R. So, this is what you can expect to see at RISE4Disability. New Q-Range Powerchairs The new Salsa Q100R is a rear-wheel drive wheelchair aimed at wheelchair users with a lower clini...[Read More]
Leading retailer Recare will be showcasing the Ottobock range at RISE4Disability Peterborough on 12 July, with the new Zenit active manual wheelchair and the B4 Power wheelchair being on hand. Both users and prescribing professionals will be able to take a close up look at the new products as well as the Klaxon handbikes and the Ventus manual wheelchair. On your (hand)bike Klaxon handbikes are av...[Read More]
Leading continence and catheter specialists Coloplast will be showcasing their key products at RISE4Disability Peterborough, including the Speedicath Eve and the Speedicath Flex. With a growing awareness of the wide range of toileting needs when it comes to disability, we’re trying to beat the stigma of talking about wee and poo here, so lets get right down to this. Something for the ladies...[Read More]
Freedom Wheelchair Skills founder Stuart Wheeler will be offering sessions for wheelchair users to build their skills at Rise4Disability. We caught caught up with Stuart to learn more about Freedom and what he offers. Meeting the unmet need “Freedom Wheelchair Skills was started after I recognised a need for peer-led wheelchair skills training, for people who have a range of disabilities an...[Read More]
Topro Limited will be showcasing its ever popular 2 in 1 rollator and wheelchair, the Rollz Motion 2 at Rise 4 Disability which takes place on July 12th at the East of England Showground, Peterborough. The Rollz Motion 2 is available in four colours (island blue, pebble white, matt black and dark purple) and incorporates a unique design which enables the user to transform it from a rollator into a...[Read More]