Blatchford

We are pleased to announce that we are now ISO 14001 certified! 🗣️ "At Blatchford, sustainability is woven into the fabric of our business,". Here are the three main takeaways from our latest blog with insights from Ryan Senior, our Head of Health, Safety, Environment, and Facilities:   🍃We have integrated sustainability into our business model, achieving ISO 14001 certification, prioritising eco-friendly practices, and aiming to be carbon-neutral by 2045.   🍃 Our success relies on employee and partnership engagement, achieved through clear communication of our sustainability initiatives, collaboration with experts like Ramboll, and active employee involvement in achieving our goals.   🍃We leverage innovative technologies and support our communities by implementing green energy projects, comprehensive waste management strategies, and donating to local causes through volunteer programs.   Join us on our journey towards a greener, more sustainable future!   Read more in our latest blog. Find the link in the comments section below. 👇 #Blatchford #Sustainabilty #Environment #Prosthetics #EcoFriendly

A massive shoutout to the Blatchford Private Clinics team for conquering the Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge this past weekend! 🏔️🏔️🏔️ 🗣️"It's one of the hardest things I've done, but I'm so proud of myself and the team. We hung in there, and it was all for an amazing charity" - Hayley Kenyon Enduring all kinds of weather and overcoming tough terrain and steep climbs, our remarkable team completed the challenge in under 12 hours, raising over £6,500 for The Children's Hospital Charity! 🌦️🌤️ A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported and donated – your generosity made this incredible feat possible! 🙌 Kudos to the entire team! 👏 #Yorkshire3Peaks #TeamBlatchford #Fundraising #ChallengeCompleted #BlatchfordLife #ChildrensHospitalCharity #BlatchfordLife #Prosthetics #Orthotics #MPK

"The world's my oyster. I can do anything." 😄   Meet Sian Lord, mother of two, wife and body confidence advocate. She's partnered with ASICS, New Balance, Dr. Martens plc and many more. Sadly, Sian Lord had an unfortunate accident over a decade ago while in New York City. That said, Sian has embraced life as a below-the-knee amputee, thanks to the Elan IC. You can now watch and discover how our microprocessor hydraulic ankle's brilliant functionality gives Sian the confidence to do anything she puts her mind to. #Blatchford #ElanIC #Microprocessor #Prosthetics #Orthotics

Wishing our amazing Blatchford Private Clinics team the very best with their challenge today 🚶♂️ ⛰️

We couldn’t be happier to announce that Jack Eyers has been selected for the Paris Paralympics 2024! Jack’s known for wearing our KX06 knee and Linx but now competes in the British Para Canoe for Great Britain. History has been kind to the GB Team, with them picking up gold, silver, and bronze in Rio and Tokyo. We’re backing Jack and the team to do the same in Paris to make it three in a row. Once again, congratulations. The whole of Blatchford is behind you and the team, Jack. #Blatchford #BlatchfordAmbassador #KX06 #Linx #Prosthetics #Orthotics

Football didn’t come home last night, BUT… Alfie Hewett did leave Wimbledon with two winners' medals. Competing in the men’s wheelchair singles and doubles, he beat competition from Spain and Japan, respectively. Congratulations, Alfie; Blatchford couldn’t be happier for you. No doubt, you’ll inspire many adaptive athletes throughout the nation.

💥 With only 6 days left until I take on the Yorkshire 3 Peaks challenge, I gave it one final push this weekend 🚶♀️ 🙌 💥 I am thrilled to be completing this challenge, especially with the fantastic team from Blatchford! 💥 As you know, I am raising money for The Children's Hospital Charity in Sheffield, a wonderful cause I am proud to support. 💥 If you'd like to sponsor me and my team, please click the link below. Any contribution is greatly appreciated! https://lnkd.in/ePUFtdj3

🌟 Introducing Turtlebrace exclusively distributed by Blatchford in the UK and Ireland! If you are a Physio or Orthotist and would like more information or a product demonstration, drop me an email at [email protected] or direct message on LinkedIn David Bownes MCMI Today at Get Ahead Physio, we had an amazing training session and product demonstration with Kerry Richardson and Lynsay Mills, showcasing the versatility the Turtlebrace immobilisation device can offer their clients. This innovative product is perfect for a variety of applications and can be re-moulded over 250 times for optimal patient comfort and support. 📋 Applications: ✅ Stable fractures ✅ Sprains, post-op immobilisation ✅ Achilles tendon tear ✅ Tendonitis ✅ Serial casting ✅ Spasticity control ✅ Ankle neuropathy ✅ Carpal Tunnel 🔎 Clinical Limitations: ❌ Not recommended for long-term AFO use. ❌ Turtlebrace ankle is not designed to be trimmed. 💡 Advantages: 🌬️ Breathable: Multi-perforated plastic core allows air and vapor to pass through. 🦠 Anti-Bacterial: Fabric treated with an antibacterial agent to reduce skin breakdown excellent for serial casting. 👟 Versatile: Fits into shoes easily due to its thickness and strength. 🔗 Fastening: Available with strap or zip options. 💧 Waterproof: Usable in water, showering, and swimming. 🌱 Eco-Friendly: Biodegradable plastic core with minimal packaging. 👩⚕️ Improvements for Clinicians: 🔹 Reduces the number of appointments. 🔹 Immobilises the limb in minutes. 🔹 Strong, durable, and re-mouldable plastic. 🔹 Simple sizing charts for the best fit. 🔹 Easy to mould and environmentally friendly. ✨ Real-Life Feedback: Physio’s and Orthotists have been using Turtlebrace with great success since we launched the product in the UK in August 2023. 📣 "11-year-old girl with hemiplegia comfortably wears her Turtlebrace throughout the school day". 📣 "1-year-old girl with CTEV found stability and relief, delighting her parents. 📣 "AFO patient reports superior comfort and mobility, enhancing their quality of life". 📣 "2-year-old boy with hemiplegia gained enhanced mobility and independence". 📣 "8-year-old girl with cerebral palsy found the Turtlebrace wrist to be a vital solution, offering both effectiveness and comfort". Join the Turtlebrace community today and experience the benefits for your practice and clients! 🐢✨ Check our product information page and download the catalogue from the link below https://lnkd.in/ettw7BBJ #Blatchford #Turtlebrace #Orthotics #Healthcare #PatientCare #EcoFriendly #InnovativeHealthcare #OrthopedicSolutions #MobilityMatters #NoLimitations

🌟 "Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." 🌟 We are incredibly proud of Chris Arthey, our Blatchford Ambassador, for completing his triathlon! Chris demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination despite challenging conditions and a head cold. 🕒 Time: 2h15m20s 🏅 Event: Blenheim Triathlon 📸 Photo Credit: Marathonphotos Chris shared, "It was my slowest of five Blenheims; I managed 1h45m36s in 2020. But, despite the cold/windy conditions, it was a lot of fun." His account of the race highlights his brother Roger's support, the technical challenges of competing with a prosthesis, and the camaraderie among athletes. Chris, your dedication and spirit are an inspiration to us all. Congratulations on your fantastic achievement! #Blatchford #Triatholon #AdaptiveAthlete #Running #Cycling #Swimming #Orion3 #LimbLoss #LimbDifference

Blatchford Stands with Those Affected by MND Today   At Blatchford, we think of everyone affected by Motor Neurone Disease (MND). This debilitating condition impacts up to 5,000 adults in the UK at any time, with a 1 in 300 lifetime risk. MND affects movement and can cause various symptoms, which vary significantly between individuals.   Gilly King, Clinical Lead for Blatchford Wheelchairs and Seating Service, says: "I'm proud of how quickly we can support people with MND; our wheelchairs make their lives more manageable. The clinical team go above and beyond every single time, from assessment to handover; we offer a patient-centred process."   A patient shared their experience: "Anna's symptoms started after her third booster jab. Initially, we thought it was temporary, but it got worse. She was eventually diagnosed with MND. We cried for about an hour. First thing that came to mind was the girls. We're a very positive family, but that was one of the worst days of our lives."   Rob Burrow, MND advocate, reminds us: "Don't waste a moment. In a world full of adversity, we must still dare to dream."   Learn more about our wheelchair and seating service: https://lnkd.in/dHSFJ3kH For more information on MND, visit the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association.