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Understand Deep Oscillation® Therapy

If preferred, you can listen to audio of this article by clicking the links below Questions – 1 to 10Questions – 11 to 18Questions – 19 to 21 1. What is Deep Oscillation therapy? Deep Oscillation therapy, developed by Physiomed Elektromedizin AG in Germany, is a clinically proven, electrostatic therapy which carries an international patent. […]

PhysioPod
PhysioPod

August 18, 2024

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7 of our Top Recommended Accessible Spas

Spabreaks.com are committed to continuously improving the experience of spa goers by making spas as accessible as possible to as many people as possible. Part of that includes making as much information as possible available so that individuals can choose the best destination for them. Here, the Spabreaks.com team recommends seven spas with accessible facilities […]

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Spabreaks.com

August 14, 2024

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From Braille Beginnings to a Thriving Business

First Taste of Braille I was born with a visual impairment. Some members of my family have a rare genetic condition that results in us having detached retinas, glaucoma, cataract, poor night vision and sometimes, like in my case, really poor peripheral vision.  Because of this, I’ve been around braille my whole life, there wasn’t […]

Dotty About Braille
Dotty About Braille

August 9, 2024

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A Mission for Inclusivity and Empowerment

Hello all, I’m Ross, co-founder of Stand Out Socks, and I’m thrilled to share our story and mission with you. The Birth of Stand Out Socks Stand Out Socks was born out of a desire to challenge societal norms and create meaningful paid employment opportunities for individuals with learning disabilities. Inspired by my journey and […]

Stand Out Socks
Stand Out Socks

August 7, 2024

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Redefining Accessibility with Adaptive Clothing

Hello, I’m Funmi Lawal, a passionate entrepreneur and inventor, and I’d like to share my journey with you. Born in Camden, London, on October 16, 1967, my life has been a testament to resilience, innovation, and a deep commitment to improving the lives of individuals facing mobility challenges and disabilities. My Educational and Professional Background […]

Funmi Lawal
Funmi Lawal

August 2, 2024

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Disabled Motoring UK

Our Work Disabled Motoring UK (DMUK) is the only charity in the UK that represents the interests of disabled drivers, passengers and Blue Badge holders. DMUK campaigns to tackle various issues such as Blue Badge abuse and misuse and the problem of inaccessible EV charging points. We also work with National Highways to ensure the […]

DMUK
DMUK

August 3, 2024

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From Guide Dogs to Tech: Empowering the Disabled

Hello all, I’m Gavin. I’m currently the CEO of a technology company, but it wasn’t always this way. My Time at Guide Dogs for the Blind For 18 years, I worked for Guide Dogs for the Blind as a Mobility Instructor. My job was to provide finishing training for soon-to-be guide dogs. They had already […]

Gavin / WelcoMe
Gavin / WelcoMe

July 31, 2024

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The Healing Touch of Acupuncture

Supporting Health and Wellness for Individuals with Disabilities In our fast-paced world, maintaining optimal health can be challenging, especially for individuals with disabilities. Traditional medicine often focuses on managing symptoms rather than addressing underlying issues. However, acupuncture, an ancient practice rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), offers a holistic approach to health and wellness that […]

Carolyn Sykes
Carolyn Sykes

July 29, 2024

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Would you like to be a Purpl Influencer?

Purpl is looking for influencers and content creators with a disability to come and join us and help us promote Purpl. Work with us and our brands to spread the word about our exclusive discounts for the disabled community. We are looking for all gender types and all ages. If you have a child with […]

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

July 27, 2024