Living with MS event a great success
September 23rd, 2015
The Living with MS event held on Saturday past was organised by the MS Society Northern Ireland and was a terrific success. It was very well attended and the speakers were well received by everyone we were chatting to.
The MS Society are there for you to provide support and information, invest in MS specialists and campaign on your behalf.
Some of the aids and equipment that we had on display included;
- Tintern Riser Porter chair
This specialist chair is easily moved on its wheels and is a riser / recliner chair with the option of single or dual tilt in space control. This gives you freedom to have the seat exactly as you need it - plus it is very comfortable.
It has a 25 stone weight capacity and given it can be used as a portering chair it is very popular with carers throughout Northern Ireland.
Key features
· 4 large swivel castors, 2 at rear are lockable.
· Optional profile head cushion
· Full recline position
· High leg lift position
· High rise position
· Optional Single or Dual Tilt in Space actions
· Optional full battery back up with freedom pack, no wires and up to 80 cycles.
· Various foam/gel seating options including high risk pressure relief.
· Any fabric.
· Easy clean infection control option with magnetic cushions.
Technical
· Seat height 19”
· Seat width 20”
· Seat Depth 20”
· Back Height 30”
· Armrest Height 7”
· Max User Weight 25 stone
You can buy this chair easily online here
- Thera Trainer
The Thera Trainer range can be tailored to suit your needs exactly and offer an exercise solution for those using a wheelchair.
The equipment can be used by those with MS along with a wide range of other conditions and our Product Specialists are on hand on 028 92 67 70 7 7 to provide advice and support on what is best for you.
Features
- Important details are arranged in an easy to view, legible, illuminated monitor.
- It is simple, logical and clear with just a few buttons to control it.
- Important parameters such as rotation speed, rotational direction brake resistance and training duration can be changed at any time.
- Individual pre-settings for training can be set permanently.
- Important information can be displayed at the end of the training session to give guidance on achievements
- The basic THERA-Live can be extended to suit individual requirements
- Robust and stable
- A 200-watt motor gives durability and enough power even for high muscle tone.
You can see our full Thera Trainer range here
- Youbike training device
The YouBike is the world's first cardiovascular exercise bike which has been specifically designed to be used on a bed. It is multi-purpose and can also be used on the floor without the use of the wheelchair.
The hand cranks are connected to the foot cranks via a direct drive belt, enabling the arms to exercise the legs in a cyclic manner.
YouBike can be used to treat the followng conditions:
- Spinal Cord Injury Patients
- Paraplegic
- Stroke Patients
- Parkinson's sufferers
- Overweight Patients
- Elderly users
- Any bed bound recovery where arm/leg exercise is recommended.
- It is supplied fully assembled, simply adjust the cam to the correct height and it is ready to go
- Comes with two straps, one for the YouBike to be strapped to the bed and another for the user to be strapped to the YouBike
- Constructed almost entirely from aluminium, enabling the YouBike to be particularly strong whilst being very lightweight.
- Can be carried by one adult or a person in a wheelchair
You can buy your Youbike in Northern Ireland here
- A range of wheelchairs
John Preston Healthcare is the leading wheelchair supplier in Northern Ireland. We have been a family business since 1846 so we know how to look after customers.
We are industry experts and will ensure that you get the wheelchair that you need in Northern Ireland. Our showroom is conveniently located just a few minutes from the Spricefield / A1 / M1 junction and is open Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.00pm
You can get in touch on 028 92 67 70 77 to make an appointment with a Product Specialist or just pop in for a chat.
Check out our range of wheelchairs on our online shop here
- Happy Legs exercise machine
The HappyLegs machine is an award winning revolutionary piece of technology that begin the ability to go for a walk to the user. The HappyLegs exercise device is designed on the principles of walking, moving the legs and gently massages the feet while the user remains seated stimulating the muscles and sole sponge to help improve blood circulation.
HappyLegs provides gentle, consisant and vibration free exercise for people who spend a lot of time sitting or require assistance for walking. Providing the User with independent.
Use of HappyLegs ca helps to combat the following :
- Swollen legs, ankles and knees
- Vascular ulcers
- Diabetic neuropathy
- Joint and muscular problems
- Deep Vain Thrombosis
- Arthritis
- Alzheimer's disease
Designed with ergo therapy in mind, movements are precise, consistent, gentle and comfortable and isn't too aggressive on the ankle and knee joints.
Product Features
- 3 speed settings - can be used by people wth varying needs
- Doesn't use electric stimulous therefore suitable for pregnant women or those with pacemakers
- Uses natural movement to stimulate blood flow
- Quick set up time
- Can be used with footwear
- No side effects or restrictions
- Clinically proven to improve blood circulation in the body, particularly the lower and upper legs
- Manufacturered in Europe and certified in the EU to CE standards.
- Using the product from as little as 30 minutes a day can significantly help to reactivate the venous return circulation, reducing swelling in the joints, ease recuperation of patients undergoing vein treatment and prevent stiffness in knees.
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