An investigation of the effects of walking frame height and width on walking stability (2020)
Journal Article
Thies, S., Russell, R., Al-ani, A., Belet, T., Bates, A., Costamagna, E., …Howard, D. (2020). An investigation of the effects of walking frame height and width on walking stability. Gait & Posture, 82, 248-253. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2020.09.017

Background Walking aids are designed for structural support during walking, however, surprisingly self-reported use of a walking aid (“Yes, I use one.”) has been identified as a risk factor for falling. Adjustment and design of walking aids may affe... Read More about An investigation of the effects of walking frame height and width on walking stability.

The development of a design and construction process protocol to support the home modification process delivered by occupational therapists (2018)
Journal Article
Russell, R., Newton, R., & Ormerod, M. (2018). The development of a design and construction process protocol to support the home modification process delivered by occupational therapists. Journal of Aging Research, 2018, #4904379. https://doi.org/10.1155/2018/4904379

Modifying the home environments of older people as they age in place is a well-established health and social care intervention. Using design and construction methods to redress any imbalance caused by the ageing process or disability within the home... Read More about The development of a design and construction process protocol to support the home modification process delivered by occupational therapists.

Adaptations without delay : a guide to planning and delivering home adaptations differently
Report
Russell, R., Marney, W., Ian, C., & Jeremy, P. Adaptations without delay : a guide to planning and delivering home adaptations differently

This publication, commissioned by Royal College of Occupational Therapists from the Housing LIN, demonstrates how adaptations can be delivered in all four UK nations with the individual at the centre. The document highlights how occupational therapis... Read More about Adaptations without delay : a guide to planning and delivering home adaptations differently.

Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) and Other Adaptations – External Review
Report
– External Review

Across England the population is ageing, there are high numbers of disabled working age adults and rising numbers of families with disabled children. The majority live in ordinary housing, but most homes are not well designed for disabled people. In... Read More about Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) and Other Adaptations – External Review.