
Guide To Bariatric Patient Lifting Hoists
Choosing the right lifting hoist is important as it allows both carers and patients to move with dignity and safely. However all lifting hoists have a Safe Weight Limit, which limits the amount of weight that t

Measuring And Using Walking Sticks And Quad Sticks
Walking sticks provide a basic level of support and are designed to assist with balance and/or decrease weight on an affected leg. A range of handle styles are available including t-shaped, crook , swan ne

Wheelchair Safety Tips
The popular manual and electric mobility wheelchairs is meant to provide users with the means to become independent and comfortable despite living with disability. People tend to think that using wheelchairs is

Protac - Sensory Integration Equipment
Sensory integration is a form of occupational therapy in which special exercises are used to strengthen a patient’s sense of touch, balance and where the body and it’s part are in space. It is effective for pat

Buyer's Guide To Disability Baths
Personal hygiene and bathing are day-to-day activities that people do on a daily basis. However for those living with disability even the most basic of things can be difficult for them and that can lead to frus

Your NDIS Journey
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) will provide all Australians under the age of 65 who have a permanent and significant disability with the reasonable and necessary supports they need to enjoy an

Using And Measuring Crutches
Crutches are useful walking aids as they can be used as a way to aid people living with disability or for those that are recovering from injuries that prevents them from walking unassisted. They can be used in

Positive Environments: Why Disability Awareness Matters At Home
Disability awareness is about challenging notions and stereotypes about persons with disabilities and replacing these harmful assumptions with knowledge and understanding. According to the Australian Depa

The Neater Range
Eating and drinking are a normal part of daily life that we do every day without thinking. However for those living with disabilities it can be a challenge and they may find it hard to eat or drink without

Testing Your Mobility Scooter's Battery
Many representatives and technicians have admitted that most of the service calls they receive relate to Battery issues . Users claim that their battery depletes quickly despite their scooter being new or havin

Custom Made High Quality Healthcare Beds And Mattresses
One size does not fit everyone. By listening to clients and their carers or Occupational Therapists we know sleep deprivation is a terrible thing. Many of them have been looking for help for many years and by b

Your Guide To Choosing Daily Living Aids For The Elderly
Everyone deserves a chance to live and work independently. As we age, the ability to fulfil daily tasks continues to decline, while our dependence on external assistance increases. Fortunately, the growing

A Buyer's Guide To Patient Lifting Hoists
Patient lifts are a helpful tool not only for the patients themselves but also for their relatives and carers who look after them. Such devices aid in a patient’s transfer and at the same time reduce the risk o

REQUIREMENTS FOR MOBILITY WHEELCHAIRS AND ELECTRIC SCOOTERS USAGE IN NSW
Motorised wheelchairs are mobility aids with two or more wheels and have a top speed of 10km/h on level ground. Mobility scooters or 'gophers' are classified as motorised wheelchairs. A motorised wheelchair do

Supportive Spaces: A Checklist Of Practices For Well-Run Aged Care Facilities
With the large number of people utilising aged care in Australia, maintaining facilities that can accommodate, support and empower the country’s aged community members is more important than ever. Last year alo

Top 3 Popular Floor Hoists
Lifting floor hoists are used to lift people from the floor, or anywhere really, to a standing position before being transported to wherever they need to go. It is versatile meaning any sling can be attache

Frequently Asked Ramps
Active Mobility Systems provides a comprehensive range of wheelchair ramps to homes, healthcare facilities and educational institutions throughout Australia. We aim to improve the lives of as many community mem

6 Tips To Maintain Your Scooter
Like a car or motorbike, mobility scooters need regular maintenance and care. From monitoring batteries to cleaning your scooter on a regular basis, there are plenty of simple ways to ensure your mobility scoot

Common Uses for Mobility Scooters
Mobility scooters are similar to wheelchairs, but are designed like motor scooters. They are useful for a variety of things and help people be able to move around and go places when otherwise they would not

Five Fundamentals For Dementia Carers
Caring for someone with dementia can be daunting, perhaps even challenging, however it’s not as one would expect. The crucial aspect to caring someone with dementia is the right attitude and by educating yo