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Key Symptoms Of Sensory Overload & Tools To Combat Them
Sensory overload can be challenging for individuals who have difficulty processing sensory information. It happens when the brain receives more sensory input (e.g. bright lights, loud noises, crowded spaces,
What Are Bed Sores & How Do You Prevent Them?
Bedsores , also known as pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers, are serious skin injuries that form from prolonged pressure on the skin. These wounds can range from mild discomfort to severe pain if left untrea
Your Guide To Worksafe Manual Handling In Patient Care
In the healthcare industry, manual handling is a high-risk activity that involves physically moving and supporting patients. Managing the risks of manual handling is crucial to ensure the safety and well-bein
Your Guide To Post-Fall Management In Aged Care
Post-fall management in aged care is important for the health and well-being of your client. Here, we explain the next steps for their safety. As the Australian population ages, the issue of falls and their
Why Personal Hygiene Is Important For Your Client
In aged care, the importance of personal hygiene cannot be overstated. Personal hygiene is a fundamental aspect of healthcare practices, and it plays a pivotal role in preventing the spread of infections, maint
5 Essential Mobility Access Modifications for Bathrooms
Whether you’re planning a new home build, a bathroom renovation or restoration, it’s important to tick all the boxes and ensure your bathroom meets all of your accessibility needs. But what kind of home
8 Helpful Aids for Arthritic Hands to Make Everyday Tasks A Breeze
Arthritic hands can have a big impact on everyday life. With pain, stiffness and swelling around the hands, fingers and wrists, everyday movements like opening bottles and jars or using scissors can be painful,
Celebrating Occupational Therapy Week & "UNITY THROUGH COMMUNITY"
We’re celebrating Occupational Therapy Week 2023 at Active Mobility! Hear from one of our experienced OTs and what “unity through community” means to them. From the 23rd to the 29th of October 2023, Acti
3 Examples Of Wrist Support For Carpal Tunnel
Simple tasks like feeding, dressing, or computer work shouldn’t be an uphill battle. Carpal tunnel syndrome can leave you struggling to perform everyday activities that most of us take for granted — however, th
8 Ways To Improve Patient Safety In Healthcare
Patient safety is paramount in healthcare — it forms the foundation for delivering high-quality care and fostering positive health outcomes. From accurate patient identification and effective communication to i
What Is Person-Centred Care?
In the world of healthcare, a paradigm shift is taking place — one that places the patient at the heart of the system. Gone are the days of the passive recipient of care, replaced by a collaborative approach th
The Benefits of Physiotherapy in Aged Care
As the need for specialised care for Older Australians in aged care facilities grows, it becomes increasingly important to understand the benefits of physiotherapy in meeting their unique needs. Physiotherapy p
7 Features Of Adjustable Lift Chairs For Older Adults
Finding the right lift chair for a family member is a decision that requires careful consideration and thoughtfulness. Whether it's for an ageing parent, a loved one with mobility challenges, or someone recover
How To Use Our Most Popular Dining Aids
If you have limited mobility, navigating the kitchen can be a challenge — you may encounter barriers in this fundamental part of daily life, like trouble opening jars and preparing ingredients. However, there’s
How To Use Some of Our Most Popular Dressing Aids
At Active Mobility, we understand the challenges many people with disabilities or limited mobility face when it comes to dressing independently. Everyday tasks like putting on socks, pants, shirts, or shoes can
The Undeniable Importance of a Care Plan in Aged Care
At Active Mobility, we understand the importance of providing quality care to older Australians. Care plans are an essential component of this; from our perspective, care plans play a critical role in ensuring
Your Guide to Wheelchair Customisation with Active Mobility
If a wheelchair is a big part of your daily life, then it’s important for that wheelchair to be as comfortable and functional as possible. With this in mind, we offer a convenient wheelchair customisation s
How to Fold a Wheelchair for Easy Transportation
Love to travel out of town, abroad, or simply love spending time out and about with your friends? Sometimes, a lightweight wheelchair is required for travel — one that can easily fold down into a car's boot or
3 Helpful Home Modifications for Older Australians Living Independently
Disabilities become more common with age — the latest research from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (2018) shows that there are around 4.4 million Australians with a disability, including one in two peo
Our Guide to the Disability Access to Premises Standards
The Disability (Access to Premises — Buildings) Standards 2010 is legislation under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992. It ensures that people with disabilities, their families, friends and support work
