Published 2017
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Global priority research agenda for improving access to high-quality affordable assistive technology
7th March 2017The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that more than one billion people are in need of one or more assistive products. The majority of these are older people and people with disabilities. With populations ageing and a rise in noncommunicable diseases, the number of people needing assistive products is projected to increase to beyond two billion by 2050.
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2nd Edition - Clinical guidelines for the pre and post operative physiotherapy management of adults with lower limb amputations
11th March 2017These documents present the updated, evidence based, clinical guidelines for the pre and post operative physiotherapy management of adults with lower limb amputations as described in the literature and expert opinion.
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Driving to Learn in a powered wheelchair
22nd July 2017Lisbeth Nilsson carries out informal discussions with Graham Race on topics related to powered mobility practice and using the ALP tool for assessment and facilitation of learning. Click here to...
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Design Considerations for Wheelchairs used in Adverse Conditions
1st October 2017This document was created to guide wheelchair designers, manufacturers, providers, users and their caregivers on design considerations for wheelchairs used in adverse environments, especially those encountered in less-resourced areas. The need for this document was identified as a high priority by the Standards Working Group (SWG) of the International Society for Wheelchair Professionals (ISWP).
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