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Aids & Appliances

There are numerous aids and appliances on the market to help with all aspects of daily living e.g.

bed levers for getting in and out of bed,
foot splints to reduce tripping when walking,

sticks / frames to help with walking itself.

Hi-tech assistive devices such as bioness to help floor clearance www.bioness.com

These aids can help preserve your quality of life and independence. Discussion with a Chartered Physiotherapist can provide valuable guidance in deciding which is most appropriate for you. Before choosing an aid/appliance it is critical to establish:

The specific problems you are experiencing e.g. difficulty getting in/out of the chair, deterioration in walking.

Determine if an aid would help.

Decide which aid would be most suitable. There may be many different features which need to be matched to your requirements.

Trial the device. This will indicate suitability.

At Dublin Physiotherapy we assess, advise on and provide many aids that can improve mobility and function. Typical aids / appliances we assess and supply include:

Walking sticks
Crutches
Walking frames
Knee supports
Elbow and wrist supports
Ankle supports
Ankle splints – dictus and foot up splints
Ankle foot orthosis ( AFO)
Bioness walking device
Functional Electrical stimulators (FES)
Perching stools
Lumbar rolls
Neck supports
Bed levers
Chair raisers
Transfer boards
Facial electrical stimulators
Gym mats

Please feel free to call to schedule an appointment, get advice or to discuss any concerns you may have. 01 8829174.

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