Hospital Direct

Hospital Direct Hospital Direct has been a specialist in the manufacturing of patient-handling products since 1996 Hospital Direct - We help people to move more easily.

Whether you work in healthcare, looking for ways to move your patients with greater care and safety or you are an individual needing help at home, we have over 15 years of expertise with a wide and unique range of products with product knowledge to be able to help you.

It’s been a full-on week here at Hospital Direct. From our sales managers out on the road to a busy HQ in Clun, plus our...
17/04/2026

It’s been a full-on week here at Hospital Direct. From our sales managers out on the road to a busy HQ in Clun, plus our factory featuring all week on BBC Radio Shropshire’s Factory Settings. ✨

Today, though, we’re giving a big shoutout to one of our sponsored teams: the Luctonians Under 10s team, who are heading off to The Tigers Challenge Tour in their brand-new Hospital Direct attributed hoodies. 💙

A special mention to Evelyn Bird - daughter of our Despatch Supervisor, Annaliza Bird, who’s been playing since age five and joined the club last season, being the only girl on the team. She’s ready for the challenge, with dreams of becoming a Red Rose one day.

From all of us at Hospital Direct, best of luck to the team. Go Lucs’! 🙌

📻 We’re proud to remain in the spotlight on BBC Shropshire Factory Settings feature on the breakfast show. In today’s e...
16/04/2026

📻 We’re proud to remain in the spotlight on BBC Shropshire Factory Settings feature on the breakfast show.

In today’s episode, we shared insight into one of our favourite innovations – the GUS glide sheet system.

Designed specifically for the medical sector, the GUS is a unique solution that has become an essential tool for lithotomy and other head-down surgical procedures.

During the interview, Helen spoke with presenter Adam Green about the design, mechanism and clinical applications of the GUS, and how it addresses a niche challenge within urogynaecology.

💙 You can listen to the feature on BBC Sounds 👉 https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002tk5r (at 2:24:50).

🎓 The GUS also forms part of our RoSPA-accredited Level 3 Award for Theatre Patient Handling Trainers – a two-day course supporting continued professional development for theatre professionals.

Our next course takes place on 24–25 June at Hospital Direct HQ in Clun.

‼️If you or your team are interested, get in touch today to learn more.
Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.‼️

Another busy week at Hospital Direct. Just how we like it. 💙 Bruce and our new Sales Representative, Chris, are at Royal...
15/04/2026

Another busy week at Hospital Direct. Just how we like it. 💙

Bruce and our new Sales Representative, Chris, are at Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital delivering Live Lists and a two-week trial with the Theatre and Radiology teams. They’re showcasing the Transatlantic Rollboard, an innovative, easy-to-use patient transfer solution designed with sustainability in mind. ♻️

The Trust has already recognised its value as a smart “spend-to-save” investment, with strong potential for wider adoption across departments.

Back at home, our Clun factory is in the spotlight on BBC Shropshire Factory Settings (Listen on BBC IPlayer from 2:24:00 Adam Green - 15/04/2026 - BBC Sounds 👉https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002tk7p).

Helen joined breakfast presenter Adam Green to discuss our slide sheets and SIBA in-situ sheets, while taking listeners behind the scenes and meeting the people who make it all happen. 🧵

Discover how Hospital Direct is supporting safer, smarter patient handling - get in touch to learn more! ☎️

As promised, here’s the first part of BBC Shropshire’s Factory Settings feature – and this week, it’s Hospital Direct in...
14/04/2026

As promised, here’s the first part of BBC Shropshire’s Factory Settings feature – and this week, it’s Hospital Direct in the spotlight. 🎙️

Last week, Breakfast Show presenter Adam Green visited our site, where he spoke with our Technical Director, Helen Gutteridge, and took a behind-the-scenes tour of our factory. 💙

You can listen to the first part of the tour right here.

And if you’re curious about the “leg-lifter” Helen mentions at 2:38… you can check it out now on our website!

https://www.hospitaldirect.co.uk/product/leg-lifter-1-or-2-feet/

Today we welcomed a rather special – and very welcome – visitor to HD Headquarters in Clun. Adam Green, the long-standin...
09/04/2026

Today we welcomed a rather special – and very welcome – visitor to HD Headquarters in Clun. Adam Green, the long-standing presenter at BBC Shropshire, joined us to interview our Technical Director, Helen and Sales Office Manager, Paul about the work we do here in the heart of the Shropshire Hills. 🎤

As a proud British manufacturer, we’re always grateful for the opportunity to talk about the vital support we provide to healthcare professionals, carers and the , both across the UK and around the world.

Helen and Paul spoke with Adam about the patient handling equipment we manufacture on site, as well as the accredited training we deliver to care workers.

The interview is set to air next week as part of a feature called Factory Settings.

Stay tuned – we’ll be sharing it as soon as it goes live! 📻

If you can’t wait to learn more about our products, visit www.hospitaldirect.co.uk or give us a call, we’ll be happy to help. 💙

Are your teams still relying on single-use slide sheets for lateral transfers?There’s a smarter, safer and more sustaina...
01/04/2026

Are your teams still relying on single-use slide sheets for lateral transfers?
There’s a smarter, safer and more sustainable alternative.

Hospital Direct’s Transatlantic® Board Range is designed to support modern priorities:

✔️ Reduce staff injury risk – smooth lateral transfers minimise manual handling strain
✔️ Improve patient safety – controlled, stable movement between surfaces
✔️ Cut long-term costs – replace high volumes of single-use sheets with reusable systems
✔️ Support infection control – compatible disposable covers for every patient transfer
✔️ Drive sustainability goals – significantly reduce clinical waste

Trusted across departments, including:
🏥 Surgical theatres | 🚑 Emergency | 🩻 Radiology | 🔄 Recovery
💬 “Staff have reported less back pain… on a busy list.” (George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust CT Room feedback)

From bariatric capability to hygienic, easy-clean designs, the Transatlantic range is built for the realities of NHS care today.

As you can see, Bruce and Gwion almost consider them as members of the team. 💙

26/03/2026

From inspiring conversations and valuable new connections to seeing the latest innovations - like the one showcased at the Sensore stand - firsthand, it was an experience to remember.
A special highlight was when our apprentice Connor and marketing associate Barbara took part in the Autism Reality Experience at the Training 2 Care stand. An eye-opening and thought-provoking moment that left a lasting impression.

We’ve learned so much, met some incredible people, and we’d love to stay connected as we continue these conversations.

We’re already exploring which of our products could best support the audience of this brilliant event. 💙

From our leg lifters that make getting onto beds and sofas easier, to Glide & Locks for added wheelchair security, and the Morphematic, the automatic lateral turning device designed to fit any bed.

Why wait? Discover more about our solutions on our website today. 👉www.hospitaldirect.co.uk

We stepped outside our comfort zone today and experienced Naidex through the eyes of disabled people and carers, which w...
25/03/2026

We stepped outside our comfort zone today and experienced Naidex through the eyes of disabled people and carers, which was truly eye-opening.

Engaging with organisations like The Oakleaf Group, Alcedo Care, Voyage Care Ltd and Brainkind showed us a variety of amazing ways for vital and inclusive support.

The most powerful insights came from people with lived experience, those redefining disability as ability and shaping a more inclusive, equal society where carers and those they support move forward together.

We’re inspired to return next year, potentially as exhibitors, to share ideas and contribute to this amazing community. 💙

Our small team—Sales Office Manager Paul Escritt, our brilliant new apprentice Connor Davies and Marketing Associate Barbara—loved experiencing Naidex today.

It was also great to catch up with Mike Cowan-Jones and as always, hear his expert insights.

After yesterday’s in-house session on our core community products, today’s focus was on our acute range, with special at...
19/03/2026

After yesterday’s in-house session on our core community products, today’s focus was on our acute range, with special attention on our flagship Ergotrics ICU solutions.

Our team, Mike, Justin, Bruce and Gwion put best-practice manual handling to the test using:

☑️ Operoll – enabling optimal positioning for complex procedures such as prone epidurals, lateral positioning, and difficult intubations
☑️ Mini-Wedge – designed for lifting body parts under 25kg, ideal for applications like ERCP, pelvic tilt, and shoulder positioning
☑️ IBO (Inflatable Board) – supporting efficient single-surface lateral turns from supine to prone
To raise the bar, the team successfully repositioned our tallest colleague, Max (6’5”+), in just 2–3 minutes. 😱

We’ve said it before, and we stand by it: Ergotrics is transforming patient handling in surgical theatres, reducing strain and improving outcomes for both staff and patients. 💙

👉 Ready to elevate your theatre team’s performance?
Book a live or virtual demo today or get in touch for a quote and product details.

18/03/2026

As we enjoy the first heatwave of the year, things are heating up at HD Headquarters too ☀️

We’re currently hosting an exciting multi-day training programme, led by our Head of Sales, Bruce. The team is exploring our key acute and community products, sharing best practices, safe usage, and real-world applications.

We’re delighted to welcome our Northern UK representative, Justin, alongside Mike-Cowen Jones, who is now working more closely with us. Both bring decades of hands-on experience in manual handling training.

They’re joined by our rising star, Gwion, whose specialist knowledge in musculoskeletal health and mobility challenges also adds depth to the sessions.
Together, this is what we call our expert dream team. 💙

Interested in our leg lifter solutions, gliding products, or the Morpheamatic?

Contact us to arrange a professional online demonstration and explore how our solutions can support safer patient handling, improve mobility outcomes, and enhance day-to-day care in your setting.

Spring brings new beginnings and new connections. 🌱 Bruce and Gwion are back on the road, travelling across the country ...
13/03/2026

Spring brings new beginnings and new connections. 🌱

Bruce and Gwion are back on the road, travelling across the country to share innovative, safe patient-handling techniques. This week they delivered successful demonstrations of the GUS and Rollboards across South and North Devon and Cheltenham, as well as showcasing the Morphematic to an ERG group in the Wirral.

In the behind-the-scenes photos, you can see the team posing with the GUS, our innovative slide sheet system designed specifically for head-down surgeries. 👉 https://www.hospitaldirect.co.uk/exclusive-products/gus/

While the team is busy out on the road, there are also some exciting developments underway at Hospital Direct headquarters that we’re looking forward to sharing soon. Watch this space. ✨

Sometimes the smallest things can make the biggest difference during recovery. 💙We recently received a lovely message to...
12/03/2026

Sometimes the smallest things can make the biggest difference during recovery. 💙

We recently received a lovely message to our Technical Director Helen, from Susan, the mum of one of our associates, after her knee surgery. She shared how a few recovery aids helped her with everyday movements and exercises.

“The leg lifter did help to get my leg up, and the sheet was great and very useful for getting on my bed… I’m still using the pillow rolled up – very useful for my exercises…I’m doing very well. Progress is slow, but I’m getting there. Many thanks.”

Susan used:
🔹Limb Pad 50
🔹Leg Lifter
🔹Anti-Slip Slide Sheet

It’s always wonderful to hear that our products are helping make rehabilitation a little easier.

And if Susan happens to see this – thank you for your kind message and we wish you continued progress in your recovery! 🌟

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Units 3/4
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