Help & Advice

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The Soxon Sock Aid with a red sock on it, as well as the knees and legs of man who is using the Soxon Sock Aid to help him put on a sock

Soxon Sock Aid – My Thoughts

The Soxon Sock Aid is a really convenient, popular, frustration free and invaluable dressing aid.

March 15, 2022

Ask Kate! How Do I Fit A Raised Toilet Seat?

Hello! I am Kate Makin, Ability Superstore’s resident Occupational Therapist (OT). For this blog, I thought I would give you some hints and tips on how to fit a popular bathroom disability aid, a raised toilet seat.

December 30, 2021

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Why Mobility Aids Are So Important – Case Study 2 - Bigfoot Half Step

This case study shows how a specific mobility aid – the Bigfoot Half Step – has made a significant difference to a person's everyday living.

December 21, 2021

A picture of Ability's Occupational Therapist – Kate Makin – with some copy introducing the Remote Occupational Therapy Assessment

What is a Remote Occupational Therapy / OT Assessment?

Here at Ability Superstore, we’re pleased to offer our customers a Remote Occupational Therapy Assessment. This new service enables you to receive helpful, tailor-made advice from Kate Makin – our qualified and registered occupational therapist (OT).

September 24, 2021

A close up picture of Kate Makin (OT) – she is looking out at the reader. There is a pale pink background and some copy, as well as the title – Ask Kate!

What Height Should My Bed Or Chair Be?

As an Occupational Therapist (OT), I am often asked, "What height should my bed and chair be?" I find that people think a bed low to the ground will be easier for them to get in and out of, but this is rarely the case. In general, having a higher bed, or chair, will make it much easier to get into, or onto.

August 19, 2021

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Ask Kate! Are Suction Grab Rails Safe?

Kate Makin, Ability Superstore’s resident Occupational Therapist (OT), writes the first of the ‘Ask Kate’ posts; a new regular feature where she answers your mobility aids queries.

May 11, 2021

Kate measuring the height of a bath with a tape measure

Mobility Aids – An Occupational Therapist’s (OT) Point Of View

For this week’s blog, I am writing about mobility aids. There are so many available that it can become a little daunting. So, I hope you find my thoughts and views helpful.

October 14, 2020

A close-up of Kate Makin – in the distance is a brick wall and some bushes – Kate is looking out at the reader

Insights Of An Occupational Therapist (OT)

I was asked to give some insights into my work. I thought the best way for me to share this was by telling you about a case I’ve been involved in.

October 7, 2020

What Is An Occupational Therapist (OT)?

Introducing our resident OT, Kate Makin (BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy).

September 29, 2020