Assistive technologies a reassurance for spinal cord injuries

07 November 2012 This Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week 6th-11th November is a national campaign that focuses on rebuilding the lives of people with devastating spinal cord injuries.

Assistive technology aims to aid people with newly acquired spinal injuries and people with existing conditions to maintain their independence in their own homes.

The Transitional Rehabilitation Program at the PA Hospital in Brisbane is one of the many users of Tunstall Healthcares assistive technology, providing independent solutions for its spinal patients.

In an emergency, Tunstalls personal alarm allows clients to make quick and easy contact with Tunstalls 24 hour response centre, where a response operator will speak to the client and organise the necessary assistance for them.

According to Telehealthcare Consultant Warren Duce personal alarms can be offered to provide additional support to patients being discharged from the unit.

Personal alarms are an added reassurance for discharged clients and their families, Mr Duce said.

The recovery period can be a difficult time for a spinal trauma patient, but with a personal alarm they know they can get help if they need it

Tunstall has available a variety of triggers including the sip/puff switch, head trigger wand and jelly bean button to help someone managing a spinal cord injury.

For people with unique limitations, Tunstall Healthcare can also create a customised radio trigger ensuring people with special and ongoing needs can maintain their independence.

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