On July 11th and 12th, the Posture and Mobility Group (PMG) held its annual conference in Bristol. It was Dycem’s first time attending and we were made to feel very welcome. We demonstrated our reel material and self-adhesive strips together with netting and mats. Many of the Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists were familiar with Dycem … Continued
It was Dycem’s first time visiting the College of Occupational Therapists Annual Conference this year, and we had a great time. Occupational Therapist Jen describes our experience – I was not disappointed by the 37th Annual COT Conference in Glasgow. I had forgotten that there was such an amazing buzz about the place; so many … Continued
This year, Occupational Therapist Jen Cave-Ayland came along with us to the Naidex National exhibition. She says – There was a fantastic atmosphere at Naidex this year with barely a quiet minute on the Dycem stand during any of the three days. We had many familiar faces saying “I’ve used your product for years” and … Continued
Dycem non-slip material is the ideal solution to getting and staying in the most comfortable sitting position. Occupational Therapist Jen agrees! Read about how she solves this problem in practice – Achieving the perfect sitting position is never easy and difficult to maintain for long periods. It is important that we sit in a good … Continued
The Christmas holidays can put a lot of stress on arthritis patients. Occupational therapist Jen discusses her patients who find that their symptoms become worse during the cold winter months. Stories of being able to predict a change in the weather by an increase in joint pain and stiffness is not uncommon. You could describe … Continued
This week, we chatted to Chartered Physiotherapist Adam Page about how he uses Dycem products in his line of work – As a physiotherapist within the stroke setting I have used Dycem’s Non-Slip products with great clinical effectiveness. From dense hemiplegic strokes to mild alterations in an individual’s strength or grip, the non-slip products have been … Continued
We caught up with Occupational Therapist Jen to discuss the Dycem colour range and its importance to her clients. Dycem’s range of non-slip products come in a wide range of colours. New colours are always being considered and developed. “If I had to choose one colour of Dycem for all my clients I would find … Continued
Occupational therapist Jen shared with us the ways she uses Dycem non-slip products at home: “I’ve issued Dycem products to my clients for years, but more and more I’m finding uses for it for myself at home. My settee seat cushions seem to slip during the day from where they should be to half hanging … Continued
Did you know Dycem isn’t only for upper limb impairments? Occupational Therapist Joanne Corr has recently showed us how Dycem non-slip products can assist those with conditions that affect lower limbs as well. Mary is a senior patient of Joanne, and has osteoarthritis of the knees. She uses a stair lift to go up and … Continued
