Independent academic research has proven the clinical effectiveness and benefits of many of our products.
A University of Nottingham study on the Neater Arm Support found:
- Positive impact on independence, confidence & social interactions
- Increased ease and speed of every-day activities
- Occupational Therapists’ role is important to clinical outcomes
A major study in Denmark for the Neater Eaters concluded:
- Increase independence health benefits
- Bring health benefits
- Improve relationships with carers
- Save money-saved carer time pays for the equipment in a few months
- “community equipment provides good outcomes at reduced cost.
A University of Brighton study on experiences of people with Neuromuscular conditions found:
- Eating devices afford independence, freedom and improved quality of life
- Users reported being able to enjoy eating as a social event not just an aid for daily living
- Matching technology equalled labour saving
- Carers were less stressed
– Published in The American Journal of Occupational Therapy – March 2018
(Note: The article does not represent an endorsement by AOTA or its agents)
“If a drug was discovered with a similar cost-profile, it would be hailed as the wonder drug of the age.”
– Audit Commission Report
“If they choose not to fund the Neater Arm Support, I would like them to give me a clinical reason why not!”
– Senior Occupational Therapist
“I am so lucky to have the chance to use it, to gain back dignity and independence.” “Cool” “I was happy to try something new …I was excited to regain independence and be able to feed myself again.” “being in control, independence, positivity, confidence, and dignity”
– American Journal of Occupational Therapy, March 2018
Further information in the documents below:
Assistive eating devices OT 2015