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Your guide to mobility scooters

A mobility scooter can really change everything for people who are experiencing mobility challenges and want to maintain independence in their daily life. They are simple to operate and cost-effective to run, making them a great way to get around for people who have difficulty walking, live with disability or are injured.  

Guide to Wheelchair Football

There’s so much to love about wheelchair football, an adapted version of Australian Rules Football. This fast-paced, skillful and inclusive game provides Australian Rules footy enthusiasts living with or without disability the opportunity to play the game in a way that has strong parallels with the traditional game. Learn how to play the game with this helpful guide!

Mack’s Singing In His New Shower

They call him “Mr Music”; 16-year-old Mack loves all things music. This includes an amazing ability to answer all sorts of music trivia questions. From the Beatles to Aretha Franklin, ACDC and many more icons, there isn’t much that Mack doesn’t know about music. And now that Mack has new-found independence in his modified bathroom, he’s singing all his favourite tunes in the shower!

Your Guide to Adaptive Clothing and Shoes

Adaptive clothing and shoes are designed to make life easier for people who may experience difficulties dressing due to disability, ageing or health conditions.

Visiting Novitatech’s orthotics team

Orthotics can provide support for weak, tight or injured muscles and joints in the feet and legs, as well as the upper body.

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Everything you need to know and more about orthopaedic shoes

There are certain characteristics and design features of orthopaedic shoes which set them apart from regular shoes. Here's how to find the right one for you.

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Smart watches deliver independence for people living with disability

Novitatech occupational therapist Louise Ganser says using a smart watch can play a big role in supporting people living with disability to be more independent.

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Race runners give kids extra freedom to move

The innovative PETRA RaceRunner has been designed to support kids, as well as young people and adults, who live with disability such as cerebral palsy that affect mobility and balance.

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Design benefits of Novitatech’s Test Lab

Testing new products for people living with disability at Novitatech’s Adelaide-based Test Lab can prevent design headaches – and save a lot of money – for manufacturers.

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Assistive technology a feature of Rossdale display home

NovitaTech is excited to be partnering with award-winning builder Rossdale Homes to deliver a unique opportunity for South Australians living with disability to experience some of the high-tech devices that could support them to live independently at home.

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Unique laboratory delivers confidence for people living with disability

The Novitatech Test Lab – the only lab of its kind in Australia accredited by the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) – has been testing medical and disability products for local and international manufacturers and suppliers since 1989.

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Top 3 Tips to Prepare for your NDIS Assistive Technology Planning Meeting

Assistive Technology may be included in your National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) plan if it is identified as a reasonable and necessary support that meets your needs, and supports you to achieve better outcomes in life.

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Achieving independence with technology

John Agostini has a wicked sense of humour. The 51-year-old likes to make others laugh – and he uses his assistive technology from Novitatech to share a joke or two.

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Top 7 Tips for buying shoes to wear with AFOs and Splints

We’ve created this guide for you, to help you understand what to look for to find the best shoes for AFOs and splints.

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Ankle Foot Orthosis

An AFO (Ankle Foot Orthosis) is a plastic splint that can be worn to support your child’s foot and ankle in a better posture for walking or standing.

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Bed Safety for Children Living with Disability

Many children living with disability use bed rails and some have customised beds. Bed rails have often been used as a means of preventing children from falling out of bed and providing a feeling of comfort and security.

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