Colin Taylor (Clinical Manager & Chartered Physiotherapist at Healthcare Direct) I recently attended a people handling instructor refresher training day and it was interesting to talk to other experts around the safe use of hoists. 10 Things I should consider when using the hoist? Check your environment. Do you need…

Happy New Year from all at Healthcare Direct 3 Minute Seated Yoga Article Link: http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/fitness/Documents/seated-yoga-workout.jpg Please contact us at Healthcare Direct and we can offer you expert advice on Occupational Physiotherapy Colin Taylor (Clinical Manager & Chartered Physiotherapist at Healthcare Direct) Chartered Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapy support can be accessed…

Simple lifestyle changes can make a world of difference to your quality of sleep. Following these 10 tips from The Sleep Council can help you have a more restful night. 1. Keep regular hours Going to bed and getting up at roughly the same time every day will programme your body to sleep…