Clinical Benefits

Early mobilisation as soon as medically safe during a recovery from critical illness has been shown to improve long term outcomes for the patient, decrease repositioning needs, expedite discharge and reduce re-admissions.

Many patients who use clinical, therapeutic seating are also those who are in high risk categories for falls. Falls which cause injury most commonly occur in those aged over 65 with two-thirds of falls being among those aged 80 years and above.

It is important to know different techniques that will assist in safe patient transfers. The techniques you use can reduce the risk of injury and ensure that you are applying best clinical practices.

Seating bariatric patients can often present several challenges to both the patient and caregivers and this issue is much more complex than simply providing a wider chair.

When assessing patients living with dementia we should consider multi-sensory stimulation, signs of distress and sensory issues. Correct seating reduces the likelihood of falls and sliding, provides proprioceptive feedback, reduces the risk of pressure injuries, high muscle tone and contractures and can improve patient function.

Infection Control Approved is a standard by which products are designed to be easily cleaned and repaired to maintain a high standard of hygiene and reduce risk of infection in a particular environment.