Liz.Lepley, Author at Prism Medical UK, moving, handling and bathing solutions

Navigating Safety: Exploring The Prism Evacuation System

Posted on 25th October 2023 by Liz.Lepley

In times of emergency, the safety and well-being of individuals with limited mobility is paramount. The Prism Evacuation System is a reliable solution when evacuating those in need.

1. What is the Prism Evacuation System?

The Prism Evacuation System is a specialised apparatus designed to ensure the swift and secure evacuation of individuals with limited mobility during emergencies. While emergency evacuations may be infrequent occurrences, it is vital to be prepared. This system has been meticulously crafted to provide a seamless and efficient means of transferring individuals to safety, particularly those with limited mobility.

2. How does the Prism Evacuation System work?

During an evacuation scenario, the Prism Evacuation System comes into its own by facilitating a safe and swift transfer process. The individual in need of evacuation can be comfortably secured within the system using its adjustable straps, after which they can be smoothly transported to a place of safety. Whether transitioning from a bed or another surface, the Prism Evacuation System provides the necessary support and ease of transfer, ensuring the user remains stable throughout the process.

The system incorporates bone supports, enhancing the protection and support offered during evacuation procedures.

3. What are the features and benefits of the Prism Evacuation System?

The Prism Evacuation System boasts a range of features that make it an ideal solution for emergency evacuations:

Safety First: With a robust, safe working load of 190 kg (30 stone), the system offers peace of mind to users and caregivers, ensuring safe and secure transfers.
Comfort and Security: The system is designed for user comfort, featuring adjustable padding that enhances comfort and safety during evacuation.
Multiple Grip Points: Vertical and horizontal looped handles are incorporated, providing caregivers with various secure grip points for more controlled and safer transfers.
Adaptability: The adjustable straps of the Prism Evacuation System can accommodate individuals of varying sizes, ensuring that it can be effectively used for a wide range of patients.
Hygiene and Maintenance: For ease of use and upkeep, the system is easily wiped clean, maintaining hygiene standards in all situations.
Compact and Convenient: When not in use, the Prism Evacuation System can be neatly stored in its carry case, ensuring that it is readily accessible when needed most.

The Prism Evacuation System offers a lifeline during emergencies, providing a secure and efficient means of evacuation. Whether in a healthcare facility, residential setting, or any environment where mobility is restricted, the Prism Evacuation System stands ready to ensure that those in need are swiftly and safely transported to safety.

Find out more about the Prism Evacuation System.

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Prism Medical UK is Excited to Return to the Occupational Therapy Show in 2023

Posted on 18th October 2023 by Liz.Lepley

Join us at the NEC Birmingham on November 22nd and 23rd to explore our comprehensive range of healthcare solutions and expertise.

Prism Medical UK is thrilled to announce its participation in the upcoming Occupational Therapy (OT) Show, set to take place on November 22nd and 23rd at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham, UK. Collaborating with industry partners Harvest Healthcare, Repose Furniture, and Smirthwaite, we are excited to showcase our specialist equipment tailored to address various healthcare needs, including single-handed care, patient transfers, paediatric care, pressure area management and speciality seating.

Comprehensive Range of Products and Services:

Our dedicated team will be at booth D40 to say hello and answer any questions you may have. At our booth, you can talk with experts from Prism Medical UK and our partner companies, who will provide insightful demonstrations of our extensive product lineup, carefully designed to meet the diverse demands of the healthcare sector.

Highlighted offerings include:

Interactive Workshops and Clinics:

In addition to product showcases, we proudly present a series of interactive workshops and clinics in partnership with John Callas, an Occupational Therapist and the Managing Director of Athena Handling Ltd. These dynamic sessions will offer attendees invaluable insights into the seamless integration of specialised equipment for effective community-based moving and handling.

These workshops are designed to be interactive and fluid, encouraging active participation, questions, and real-world challenges. Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to the field, these workshops promise valuable takeaways to enhance your practice.

Our clinics provide a unique opportunity for one-on-one consultations with our independent OT, John Callas, or one of our knowledgeable assessors. This personalised setting is perfect for addressing complex cases and gaining expert guidance.

Our workshops and clinics will run at the following times:

22^nd November

10.30-11.15 – Shower chairs and seating workshop
11.15-12.00 – Therapist Insight Clinic
14.30-15.15 – Beds and hoists workshop
15.15-16.00 – Therapist Insight Clinic

23^rd November

10.30-11.15 – Beds and hoists workshop
11.15-12.00 – Therapist Insight Clinic
13.30-14.15 – Shower chairs and seating workshop
14.15-15.00 – Therapist Insight Clinic

Join Us at Stand D40:

Prism Medical UK and our partners look forward to welcoming you at stand D40 during the OT Show 2023. We invite you to explore our comprehensive range of healthcare solutions, gain insights from industry experts, and participate in engaging workshops and clinics.

Take advantage of this opportunity to participate in an event dedicated to promoting occupational therapy and achieving excellence in healthcare. Mark your calendars for November 22nd and 23rd – we can’t wait to see you at the NEC Birmingham. Together, we can transform lives and make a lasting impact on the world of healthcare.

If you’re attending the show, please stop by stand D40 and say hello!

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Prism Medical UK Showcases Products and Workshops at National Back Exchange Conference

Posted on 7th August 2023 by Liz.Lepley

Prism Medical UK is excited to announce its participation in the National Back Exchange conference, scheduled at the Hilton Metropole Birmingham from September 17th to 19th. As a leading provider of specialist moving, handling, and bathing equipment, Prism Medical UK will be at stand 17 to share its latest product offerings and valuable insights in the community care environment.

At the conference, attendees can explore Prism Medical UK’s quality care solutions, including the Freeway Flow shower cradle, the versatile CP200 portable hoist, and the popular Freeway TA180 transfer aid. You can chat with our booth team – Julie, Sarah, Michael, and Chris – to address any inquiries regarding bathing, moving, and handling equipment in community care settings.

We’re also pleased to have two regional assessors, Ben and Lesley, at the event, adding to the expertise available for in-depth discussions.

Workshop: Unlocking the Power of Prism

Prism Medical UK is not only an exhibitor; it is committed to offering an immersive experience for attendees. In the Norfolk room, on September 18th at 11.15, Prism Medical UK is hosting a dynamic workshop on maximising the use of equipment to support community care, which will be led by practising Occupational Therapist John Callas. This workshop provides hands-on experience with a broader range of products from the Prism Healthcare group, including beds, riser recliner chairs, shower chairs, and various safe patient transfer solutions.

We will also support Deborah Harrison of A1 Risk Solutions during her September 18th and 19th workshops. Participants will have additional chances to gain hands-on experience with Prism Healthcare group care solutions, further solidifying Prism Medical UK’s commitment to advancing community care practices.

Join Prism Medical UK at the Stand and Workshop

We invite all National Back Exchange conference attendees to visit us at stand 17 to see how we can help you transform lives. Our knowledgeable team will be present to provide valuable insights and address individual requirements.

Attendees are encouraged to participate in the workshop hosted by John Callas in the Norfolk room on September 18th. This interactive session promises to enhance knowledge and understanding of Prism Healthcare group products and their application in various care settings.

Take advantage of this opportunity to engage with Prism Medical UK and stay at the forefront of community care equipment. We look forward to welcoming you at stand 17 and the Norfolk room workshop at the National Back Exchange conference.

To learn more about our range of community care equipment, please visit the product pages of our website. To find out more about the Prism Healthcare group of companies, please visit our group website.

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Tilly and the Shower Chair Dilemma!

Posted on 13th June 2023 by Liz.Lepley

Tilly is an Occupational Therapist (OT) and equipment lead in her regional equipment stores. Commissioners have tasked Tilly to provide equipment to community NHS and social care services, which reflect modern practices, and save the commissioners money. Tilly has already investigated slings; now, she aims to look at mobile shower chairs.

Tilly holds several focus groups with stakeholders in her region to gather their thoughts and opinions on the required functionality for a shower chair in stores. A common theme in the groups is an easy-to-use and dynamic multi-role chair. Tilly is very familiar with shower chairs and how they support care in the community. The chair needs to be adaptable, and from experience, she knows that the Prism Medical UK T40 mobile shower commode chair would fit that multipurpose role perfectly.

Tilly is also aware of a need for shower chairs that support people with more significant postural problems, such as sliding out of a chair. Again, Tilly looks at adaptability, functionality, and ease of use for the client and carer group. This leads Tilly to the T80 tilt-in-space shower chair. This chair has the same size options as the T40; however, its tilt-in-space design supports clients in a manner that maintains their position comfortably during showering and toileting.

A modular system, the T40 can be built in stores with three standard seats, aperture sizes, and various backrests and postural supports. Carers find the T40 easy to manoeuvre in small spaces. It can be moved directly over a standard toilet, and adding an interior skirt makes it compatible with modern shower toilets.

Both the T40 and T80 are well known to Occupational Therapists and carers as reliable equipment to support bathing, toileting and overall moving and handling, which also factors into Tilly’s decision. Prism Medical UK also offers Tilly and her team training on how to design a basic frame and the main functions of the shower chair. Tilly ensures equipment technicians also attend the training to build the chairs in store.

Commissioners also tasked Tilly with sourcing a shower cradle on contract also. The shower cradle supports individuals who may not be able to flex as much as is required to maintain their posture or have involuntary movements that would rule out the use of the T80, for example.

Tilly needs a tilting shower cradle with padded side supports that is easily manoeuvrable. It will be required in various sizes and preferably in a mesh material to ensure good drainage. Tilly chooses the Prism Medical UK Freeway Flow shower cradle and proposes keeping some in stores for assessment purposes.

Our friends at Athena Handling Ltd provided this case study. They are a moving and handling company that provides risk assessments and training based on over 20 years of Occupational Therapy practice.

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Bathing made easier with our new Freeway Flow shower cradle

Posted on 12th June 2023 by Liz.Lepley

Prism Medical UK is pleased to add Freeway Flow to its range of bathing aids. The new tilting shower cradle provides a secure and stable platform for showering, making it particularly advantageous for the elderly or disabled.

The shower cradle is the natural progression for individuals who require more support and stability than a traditional shower chair can provide. Available in various widths, the cradle is designed to fit most showers and comes with a range of features that make it both comfortable and hygienic.

The shower cradle is easy to install and use, with a range of features that make it a comprehensive solution. These features include service-free, anti-tangle swivel castors that provide a smooth and effortless ride, an obvious red brake lever that makes it easy to tell whether the brake has been applied, and a hand lever tilting mechanism that allows the frame to tilt from 5 to 35 degrees, providing greater comfort and support for the user. The height-adjustable frame allows for manual height adjustment to three set heights in increments of 25mm, providing greater flexibility for the user.

Benefits of the Freeway Flow shower cradle include:

High quality – Manufactured in the UK from UK-sourced raw materials.
Durable – Built-to-last, stainless steel frame with non-rust components and long-lasting mesh.
Hygienic – Antimicrobial powder coating prevents the growth of harmful bacteria, while the removable cover is machine washable and easy to wipe clean.
Easy to use – Simple to operate hand lever and dual gas struts provide a smooth, reliable tilt. The colour-coded fabric helps to identify the fabric size quickly.
Service free – Anti-tangle castors prevent dirt and hair from clogging the wheels.
Comfort – The quick-drying mesh offers a comfortable resting position, and various sizes are available to suit the user.
Flexibility –The height can be changed to suit the environment and user needs and various accessories can be added to provide additional comfort and security.

Optional accessories include:

Padded upper or lower-side rail for an increased feeling of security
Head cushion for added comfort
Lap belt for additional security
Commode pan and tray kit
Aperture hole opening to allow for the addition of a commode pan

Overall, the shower cradle is an excellent option for individuals with limited mobility who want to maintain independence and dignity while bathing. Its various features, including the swivel castors, tilting mechanism, height-adjustable frame and removable mesh fabric, make it a versatile and convenient accessory for any bathroom.

If you’d like to learn more, please visit our Freeway Flow shower cradle page or get in touch.

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Partnering for Better Patient Care: An Academia and Industry Collaboration

Posted on 15th May 2023 by Liz.Lepley

Prism Medical UK, a leading designer and manufacturer of affordable, clinically effective healthcare products, is delighted to announce a new partnership supporting the continued education of healthcare students.

Partnering with the University of Central Lancashire, Prism Medical UK has provided a range of market-leading healthcare devices to enhance healthcare education at the university. In return, Prism Medical UK will have access to the facility to support us in running training and educational health-based workshops.

Over 3,000 students on a variety of Allied Health Professional programmes, including occupational therapy, physiotherapy and nurse education, will have the opportunity to get hands-on experience with equipment such as our Freeway TA180 transfer aid, T80 shower chair and a variety of slings and moving and handling aids. Prism Medical UK’s sister company, Harvest Healthcare, has supported this collaboration by providing a Woburn Community Profiling bed. We also installed our new Freeway TX Advanced ceiling track hoist with a quick-release trolley and an H-system layout.

Chris Claydon-Butler, Managing Director for Prism Medical UK, commented, “Training and education are fundamental to achieving high-quality care. We are delighted to have the opportunity to support our next generation of healthcare professionals. This partnership is an excellent chance to help students reach their educational goals, provide them with the resources they need to succeed and train our future stars in this industry. We hope this training facility will help ensure everyone can access the best possible medical care.”

Tara Brookes, Principal Lecturer, School of Nursing, University of Central Lancashire, said, “We are delighted to be working in collaboration with Prism Medical UK. The partnership will not only support our current simulated learning strategy but enable students studying on health-related course to learn in an environment reflective of contemporary healthcare. Additionally, we are delighted in return to support Prism Medical UK through the provision of clinical learning spaces to provide training for Occupational Therapists in the Northwest area.”

Moving and Handling training room at the University of Central Lancashire

We are excited to see what this collaboration will bring for the students and look forward to working closely with the University of Central Lancashire.

Please get in touch with us if you’d like to find out how Prism Medical UK can help you or discover more about our new range of ceiling track hoists. To discuss healthcare beds, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team at Harvest Healthcare.

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Prism Medical UK Excited to Showcase New Products at NAEP 2023

Posted on 12th May 2023 by Liz.Lepley

Prism Medical UK is excited to exhibit at the upcoming National Association of Equipment Providers (NAEP) event. The event will be held at the Chesford Grange Hotel and Spa in Kenilworth on the 13^th and 14^th of June. We will be located on stand 33, where we will be showcasing a range of specialist equipment, including our new Freeway Flow shower cradle.

The Freeway Flow shower cradle provides maximum comfort and support during showering, making it an ideal solution for those with mobility challenges. We will also feature other solutions from our bathing, moving and handling range, including the Freeway TX Advanced ceiling track hoist, TA180 transfer aid and Freeway Height Adjustable shower chair.

In addition to the product showcase, visitors to the Prism Medical UK stand will also have the opportunity to win a fantastic prize by finding the hidden phrase. We look forward to welcoming you to our stand and discussing how we can help with assessment, supply, installation, service and repair, and training for specialist moving, handling and bathing equipment.

We are thrilled to be exhibiting at NAEP 2023 and to have the opportunity to showcase our latest products and solutions. Our team looks forward to welcoming visitors to our stand, discussing their needs and requirements, and demonstrating how our products and services can help make care easier for them.
Lee Reeves, Commercial Director

If you’re attending NAEP 2023, visit us at stand 33 to say hello, learn more about our products and services and enter the prize draw.

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Tilly Takes Charge: Modern Slings to Cut Costs and Reduce Waste

Posted on 26th April 2023 by Liz.Lepley

Tilly was recently appointed as the equipment lead for her regional joint equipment loans store, funded by social care and NHS. Her role includes reviewing the current equipment stock to ensure it reflects the needs of service users and prescribers. One of her first tasks is re-organising the store’s slings and reducing costs to the commissioners on special slings.

During her first visit, the store’s manager showed Tilly two large transport cages of special slings that they couldn’t or struggled to reissue. Tilly was asked if there was a way of changing the slings to something more versatile to reduce waste and meet the community’s needs.

As a practising OT for over ten years and with an interest in moving and handling equipment, Tilly discusses with the store’s manager how modern sling designs have evolved from the classic universal tapered leg sling. She advises the store on more comfortable and versatile, modern deluxe-shaped slings. The unique leg design of the Prism Medical CA701 Deluxe Hammock supports the service user’s leg more evenly across the thigh, making it a more comfortable hoisting experience for the user. It is an excellent option whether the user is plus-size or small and frail. Also, the integral slide sheet material and padding in the leg supports make this sling easier to fit in many circumstances, including for a seated user.

Tilly also advised that the leg supports overlap/interlink and can support service users with lower limb amputations, highlighting the sling’s flexibility and the potential impact it could have on reducing the amount of special-order slings, thus reducing waste and saving money for the commissioners.

In addition, Tilly was tasked to find a range of in-chair slings that would suit a variety of service users. She reviewed the CA702 in-chair hammock sling and the CA703 split leg variety, allowing air and moisture to pass through them more readily using a modern spacer fibre. These are ideal for individuals with high postural needs, where fitting and removing a sling in situ is hard or impossible.

Tilly discussed these slings with the store and OT service managers, highlighting their versatility and the potential to cut costs on special order slings, thus reducing waste. The OT service manager identified the need to train her teams on the new provisions. Tilly arranged product training with an OT-based moving and handling company at the local Prism Medical logistics hub.

In conclusion, Tilly’s expertise in modern sling designs and her ability to identify the community’s needs has allowed her to cut costs and reduce waste by introducing new sling designs. Her efforts have helped improve the hoisting experience for service users while providing a cost-effective solution for the commissioners.

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Introducing our Simplified Warranty: 5-Year Coverage on an Extensive Range of Products!

Posted on 30th March 2023 by Liz.Lepley

We are confident in the exceptional quality of our UK-manufactured products, which is why we are proud to offer a 5-year warranty on an extensive range of Prism Medical UK equipment. Our new simplified offering means that from 1^st April, all products will be covered by a 12-month or 5-year warranty.

Most of our products will have an impressive 5-year warranty, giving you peace of mind. Products covered by the 5-year warranty include:

Our reliable 12-month warranty will still cover our range of textile products. We understand that different products have different needs and want to ensure our customers get the coverage they deserve.

As a UK manufacturer, we are committed to providing quality products. We are thrilled to offer this simplified warranty to our customers and can’t wait for you to experience the benefits first-hand. Please shop confidently, knowing that we are committed to customer satisfaction.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact your local representative.

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Ben and Jennifer Case Study: Home-Based Solutions for MS Patients – A Single-Handed Care Approach

Posted on 10th March 2023 by Liz.Lepley

Ben is 54 years old and has Multiple Sclerosis (MS). He lives with his wife, Jennifer and their two children (18 and 20). Ben still works as a design technician and ostensibly works from home; however, he maintains face-to-face consultations and drives an adapted vehicle to meet clients. Ben has a powered wheelchair to mobilise outdoors and uses this indoors when he tires and, occasionally, a self-propelled wheelchair.

Ben has been transferring using a transfer board; however, he has been struggling lately, and his wife, who also works from home, struggles to support him. Ben and Jennifer’s children are in university, and they want them to focus on their studies rather than Ben’s care. This ties in with Ben’s condition, which, following a recent review, is now referred to as secondary progressive MS by Ben’s neurologist.

Ben refers himself to his local social services department for advice from Occupational Therapy. He is subsequently contacted and visited by an Occupational Therapist (OT). The OT observes Ben on the periphery of being able to manage transfers in his home using a transfer board independently and even with support. Ben reports he is increasingly falling when transferring; however, he is adamant that he wishes to use a transfer board as long as possible. Jennifer states she has arthritis in her hands and is finding it increasingly challenging to support Ben, particularly when he is tired.

The OT recommends hoisting; Ben is initially resistant to this seeing this as a loss of independence and taking up floor space. They discuss a Ceiling Track Hoist (CTH) as a longer-term alternative to a mobile hoist and only hoisting in the bedroom. Ben already has a height-adjustable bed to support transfer board transfers. The OT advises that this compliments the use of the CTH and discusses slings and the available options.

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Following the initial concerns, the OT reviews sling options that will enable Jennifer to support the sling’s application. The OT assesses Ben and Jennifer and recommends the CA701 Deluxe Hammock-style sling. The slide sheet material on the leg supports and dog leg design makes this easier to fit and remove than conventional universal slings with a tapered leg. It is also more comfortable. The OT also discusses in-chair slings, such as the CA703 split leg sling. This will allow Ben to stay seated in the sling throughout the day. Ben acknowledges the usefulness of the CA703; however, after a fortnight’s trial, the CA701 appeared to work well. A mobile hoist was less useful, as it was difficult for Jennifer to move it.

The OT reviews the feedback and further observes transfers with Ben and Jennifer. He is satisfied that he can make a case for a CTH. This will reduce strain on Jennifer by removing the weight of the mobile hoist, the friction caused by Ben’s weight and the weight of the hoist against the floor. This will also make the transfer more comfortable for Ben, as he describes a sea sickness sensation being buffeted in the mobile hoist.

Via a discretionary Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG), Ben has a CTH installed. The OT demonstrates to Ben and Jennifer and goes through a review process. The result is that Ben is using the CTH more and more to transfer, and Jennifer is finding it very easy to support Ben. Ben is now aware of slings that could help him in the future following further deterioration; however, the OT also discusses supportive seating available via the local loans store. He advises that the seating would support Ben’s posture, allowing him to rest, feed, work at home, and deter pressure damage.

The OT places Ben’s case on an automatic 6-month review which will be flagged by the local authorities system and allocated to an OT to review.

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Author: Liz.Lepley

Navigating Safety: Exploring The Prism Evacuation System

1. What is the Prism Evacuation System?

2. How does the Prism Evacuation System work?

3. What are the features and benefits of the Prism Evacuation System?

Prism Medical UK is Excited to Return to the Occupational Therapy Show in 2023

Comprehensive Range of Products and Services:

Interactive Workshops and Clinics:

Join Us at Stand D40:

Prism Medical UK Showcases Products and Workshops at National Back Exchange Conference

Workshop: Unlocking the Power of Prism

Join Prism Medical UK at the Stand and Workshop

Tilly and the Shower Chair Dilemma!

Bathing made easier with our new Freeway Flow shower cradle

Partnering for Better Patient Care: An Academia and Industry Collaboration

Prism Medical UK Excited to Showcase New Products at NAEP 2023

Tilly Takes Charge: Modern Slings to Cut Costs and Reduce Waste

Introducing our Simplified Warranty: 5-Year Coverage on an Extensive Range of Products!

Ben and Jennifer Case Study: Home-Based Solutions for MS Patients – A Single-Handed Care Approach

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1. What is the Prism Evacuation System?

2. How does the Prism Evacuation System work?

3. What are the features and benefits of the Prism Evacuation System?

Comprehensive Range of Products and Services:

Interactive Workshops and Clinics:

Join Us at Stand D40:

Workshop: Unlocking the Power of Prism

Join Prism Medical UK at the Stand and Workshop

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Registered Office:

Call now to speak to one of our expert advisors

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© 2021

As we prepare for a new year, we reflect on an extraordinary 2021. Our goal is to make care easier, and we will continue to be by your side.

Call now to speak to one of
our expert advisors