The power of inclusive cycling
Cycling mitigates impairment and enhances mobility. For some people cycling is easier than walking. Cycling also provides the benefits of physical exercise such as improved wellbeing, reduced social isolation and less chance of non-communicable diseases. How could it help your patients/ service users/ clients?
You can download this as a factsheet . [Please note the factsheet does not contain the following: You should not have to pay VAT if your cycle is adapted for disabled users. Even a bicycle may be eligible to be VAT free. More information ] Who is this factsheet for? This factsheet is for health professionals… Continue reading Cycling for people with limited lower limb mobility
An occupational therapist asked me about a saddle for a client who had sustained a fractured pelvis. Her client was currently using a cushion on her regular bicycle. I did a shout out on twitter and asked some friends who are knowledgeable about equipment and these are the saddles and ideas they suggested. Bearing in mind… Continue reading Need a non-standard saddle?
With more than 40 inclusive cycling hubs in the UK, your team may be missing out on a useful resource for patients. The benefits of inclusive cycling include: wellbeing opportunitiespotential for developing motor, cognitive, sensory and perceptual skillscycling is easier than walking for somea contribution to Make Every Contact Count and the health promotion agendait… Continue reading Invite me to speak to your team
The power of inclusive cycling 
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