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Welcome to our news & resources page. Here, you will discover our latest news, information on awards we have won, product details, and a variety of other resources. Please visit regularly to ensure you remain up to date with Design Specific.
News & Resources
Welcome to our news & resources page. Here, you will discover our latest news, information on awards we have won, product details, and a variety of other resources. Please visit regularly to ensure you remain up to date with Design Specific.
How Can Healthcare Facilities Make Treatment More Accessible for Disabled Patients?
The Barrier Nobody Books an Appointment For Most disabled patients do not miss treatment because they do not want it. They miss it because the doorway was too narrow, the chair would not lower, the hoist was in another room, or nobody asked what they needed before they arrived. Accessibility is...
How Do You Know If Your Clinic Needs Specialist Treatment Chairs?
The Warning Signs Most Clinics Ignore Until It Is Too Late Very few clinics wake up one morning and decide they need...
Design Specific Wheelchair Recliners Expand Access to Dental Care at NorthLakes Community Clinic
We’re delighted to see Design Specific’s Compact Wheelchair Recliners making a real difference to patients and dental...
How Can Specialist Patient Handling Equipment Reduce Staff Injury Risk?
Staff injuries caused by manual patient handling remain one of the most pressing...
How Can Dental Clinics Improve Access for Wheelchair Users?
For millions of wheelchair users across the United Kingdom, visiting the dentist is far more complicated than it...
How Is Obesity Changing the Equipment Needs of Modern Dental Clinics?
Obesity rates across the United Kingdom have been climbing steadily for decades, and the impact is being felt far...
Understanding the Strain of Obesity on Standard Treatment Chairs and How to Solve It
Obesity rates across the United Kingdom are climbing steadily, and the impact is being felt in every corner of the...
The Link Between Obesity and Increased Demand for Custom Medical Equipment
Learn how clinics and dental practices can create an obesity-inclusive treatment environment with accessible equipment, compassionate patient care, inclusive design, and strategies that improve comfort, dignity, and healthcare experiences.
Why Obesity-Focused Design Is Critical in Modern Medical Furniture
Learn how clinics and dental practices can create an obesity-inclusive treatment environment with accessible equipment, compassionate patient care, inclusive design, and strategies that improve comfort, dignity, and healthcare experiences.
How to Create an Obesity-Inclusive Treatment Environment in Clinics and Dental Practices
Learn how clinics and dental practices can create an obesity-inclusive treatment environment with accessible equipment, compassionate patient care, inclusive design, and strategies that improve comfort, dignity, and healthcare experiences.
How to Future-Proof Your Clinic with Modular and Adaptable Equipment Solutions
Discover how modular and adaptable equipment solutions can help future-proof your clinic by improving flexibility, maximising space, supporting evolving healthcare needs, and enhancing long-term operational efficiency.
The Role of Patient Feedback in Evolving Medical Equipment Design
In healthcare, the voices that matter most are often the ones least heard. For decades, the design of medical...
How Multi-Functional Medical Equipment Saves Time and Space in Busy Clinics
Why Every Square Metre Counts in Today's Clinics If you have ever walked into a busy clinic and noticed how tightly...