Tag: Elderly care
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Launch of simple device to build leg strength in the elderly – reducing frailty and preventing falls
Falls cost the NHS over £2.3 billion annually, causing numerous hospital admissions and loss of independence among the elderly. The “Shuffler,” a new exercise device, aims to reduce falls by enhancing mobility and strength. Developed by Lee Trainor and Dr. Jim Kelly, it promotes safe leg movement, particularly for stroke patients and hospital recuperation.
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Our Entrepreneurs: Corinne Birch
In our latest #OurEntrepreneurs profile we meet cohort 8 Clinical Entrepreneur Corinne Birch, Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner in Primary Care. Tell us a bit about yourself I am a proud graduate of King’s College London, where I trained as a Physiotherapist. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of building a rich and varied career. For…
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Our Patients: Louise Thompson
This year we are thrilled to have launched the Patient Entrepreneur Programme. In this series we speak to our new patient entrepreneurs and find out why they decided to innovate. This week we are pleased to welcome Louise Thompson, Founder and CEO of Myfolks Ltd. Tell us a bit about yourself My career began within…