For the last ten days I have watched in horror the events in Ukraine and felt largely helpless. Like many others I am finding it hard to focus on day-to-day work whilst watching this humanitarian crisis unfold.
It has been humbling to see the response of those countries bordering Ukraine and the way in which they are responding to the needs of tens of thousands of refugees. Offering shelter, food, both medical and psychological help, as well as transport to accommodation in ordinary people’s homes.
On a practical level it was apparent Ukraine would have a need for all medical related products and of course medical devices. I have utilised my European network to make contact with a major hospital in Ukraine and they have confirmed they need all forms of trauma related orthopaedic braces, splints and supports for all body parts. These products can be taken to Poland and handed over for onward transportation to Ukraine.
I am putting together a contribution of those relevant trauma related products in the Brace Orthopaedic portfolio, but can also facilitate donations from those within our UK Orthotics industry who wish to contribute appropriate devices.
If you can help and have products you can offer, please direct message me at: clive@braceorthopaedic.co.uk
