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Assistive Gaming: Supporting Rehabilitation and Independence at STEPS Rehabilitation

For many people, gaming is much more than a hobby. It provides opportunities to socialise, develop skills, relax and enjoy games with family and friends. Following a life-changing injury such as a spinal cord injury, brain injury or amputation, returning to gaming can represent an important step towards regaining independence, identity and reconnecting with activities […]

10th Nov

Mr Pradeep Thumbikat to speak at SCI: law, life and outcomes conference

Mr Pradeep Thumbikat, Consultant in Spinal Injuries and Rehabilitation Medicine at STEPS Rehabilitation and the Princess Royal Spinal Injuries Centre, will be speaking at SCI: law, life and outcomes on Wednesday 11th November 2026 at the National Space Centre, Leicester. Mr Thumbikat’s session will cover cauda equina syndrome and incomplete spinal cord injuries, two areas […]

2nd Nov

Bob’s Story: From “No Rehabilitation Potential” to Living in the Community with Support After a Traumatic Brain Injury

Bob's Life Before the Accident Before his accident, Bob was 35, self-employed and running his own business converting camper vans. He was married with an eight-year-old daughter and living near Preston. He had a busy life, was an avid climber and motorcyclist; regularly touring Europe on his bike. The Road Traffic Collision On 22nd May […]

29th Oct

World Stroke Day: Why stroke survivors need greater access to long-term rehabilitation

Our client Darren chats with Speech and Language Therapist, Becca, about his experience of life after a stroke. Watch their conversation here: https://youtu.be/YhOP9iAUeyc

27th Oct

Celebrating World Occupational Therapy Day

This World Occupational Therapy Day, the theme Participation Matters highlights how important it is for people recovering from life-changing injuries and neurological conditions to return to the everyday activities they enjoy and the things that matter most to them. From returning to work and fulfilling family roles to enjoying hobbies and everyday activities, these aspects […]

14th Oct

Latest refurbishment of the Transitional Living Unit at STEPS Rehabilitation

The kitchen and lounge area in our four-bedded unit has undergone a complete refurbishment. The Transitional Living Unit (TLU) is a vital part of the facility, comprising four large bedrooms and a fully accessible shared kitchen and lounge/gaming area. Clients use the TLU to practise everyday living skills, including cooking and meal preparation, as part of their […]

13th Oct

Horatio’s Garden Annual Impact Survey 2026 - How Horatio’s Garden Sheffield & East is supporting rehabilitation at the Princess Royal Spinal Injuries Centre

Horatio’s Garden has recently shared its 2026 annual impact survey, which shows the remarkable difference the Sheffield Garden is making to patients, families and NHS staff at the Princess Royal Spinal Injuries Centre. As a Regional Garden Partner, we have been involved with the garden since the very beginning, when a team of STEPS volunteers […]

12th Oct

Sarah's Story: Elective Amputation Following an Accident at Work

Sarah, a mum to her young son, sustained extensive injuries to both legs in an accident at work in September 2024. Her dad, Neil, who worked at the same site, was called to the scene in the immediate aftermath. He has supported Sarah throughout her recovery and continues to help her and her son at […]

12th Oct

Residential Amputee Rehabilitation Following a Below-Knee Amputation: Dave's Story

Dave was working as an emergency offshore medic on construction vessels when a road traffic collision, which was not his fault, led to a life-changing injury. Dave's case shows how early collaboration between all parties can secure intensive rehabilitation as quickly as possible following a catastrophic accident, supporting a client to reach their full potential […]

8th Oct

STEPS Amputee Conference 2026

Last week, we welcomed delegates to Manchester for the STEPS Amputee Conference 2026. Chaired by Andrew Axon, ranked as one of the leading barristers in the North East practising in the field for Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence. The event brought together professionals from across the sector to explore how collaboration can optimise and enhance […]

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