# Event Details - **Event Name**: Spex UK Academy Northeast: Introducing Spex - Simple to Complex Solutions - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am – Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for a practical day diving into assessment and clinical tips to boost your Spex skills.About this EventWe are delighted to extend a warm invitation to you for our upcoming Spex Academy 2026 – Northeast clinical and product training event.As part of our mission of ‘Shaping Better Lives’, this event brings together a wealth of expertise from across the posture and seating industry. Leading the day will be Steve Ashton, our new UK Clinical Excellence and Education Manager, alongside Steven Pritchard —all of whom bring years of hands-on experience and clinical insight in seating and positioning.We are also pleased to welcome Karen Howarth who is Director and Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist at Phoenix Rehabilitation. Karen qualified as a physiotherapist in 2004 and has worked in spasticity management since 2012. She is a non-medical prescriber and injector. Karen has taught MSc Injection Therapy and also masterclasses in ultrasound guidance. Karen is passionate about timely access to spasticity management for those with long-term neurological conditions. She will be talking on - Posture, Tone and Spasticity: Understanding the Relationship.The Spex Academy events are designed not just to inform but also to engage. Expect hands-on workshops, practical tips, and direct interaction that will enhance your confidence in handling various seating solutions. This is also a perfect occasion to network with industry peers and broaden your professional landscape.Core reasons to attend:Confidence in Managing Posture & Positioning for the Wheelchair User· Build confidence in managing a range of seating needs, from mild to complex cases. Learn effective strategies for addressing various challenges and achieving optimal seating outcomes.Enhanced Seating Configuration Skills· Acquire practical skills in seating configuration, enabling better customisation and optimisation of wheelchair seating solutions based on individual client needs.Confidence in Understanding Outcomes· Develop practical confidence in understanding Spex's wheelchair seating products, including how they function, adjust, and the outcomes they can achieve.Connecting with Skilled Team· Establish connections with Spex's experienced team servicing clinics across the UK. Understand the value and support they provide to professionals in the healthcare sector.Networking Opportunities· Take advantage of networking opportunities with peers and industry professionals attending the event. Exchange insights, experiences, and best practices within the wheelchair seating and healthcare community.Exclusive Spex Merchandise & Prizes· Receive complimentary Spex merchandise. Take home branded items that serve as reminders of the event and Spex's commitment to our mission of Shaping Better Lives.Agenda?: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AMArrival ?: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AMOverview of Postural Care and Seating Principles Info: This will include: Increasing awareness of the importance of hands-on postural assessment and Reviewing the importance of pelvic and spinal stability as fundamentals to function and positioning.?: 10:30 AM - 10:45 AMTea Break ?: 10:45 AM - 11:45 AMCommon Postural Problems and Solutions Info: This will include: Overview of simple to complex postural presentations and how to create solutions using Spex Seating.?: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PMGuest Speaker - Karen HowarthInfo: Posture, Tone and Spasticity: Understanding the relationship?: 12:45 PM - 01:30 PMLunch?: 01:30 PM - 03:30 PMHands-on Spex Workshop Info: This will include: Increasing your understanding of how to fit Spex products using different combinations from the full range of our products & Demonstrating how to capture postural asymmetries using Spex Seating.?: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PMRound Up - Q&A - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-allotment/spex-uk-academy-northeast-introducing-spex-simple-to-complex-solutions/100001988609788409 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 7 hours - Location: Village Hotel Newcastle - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: West Allotment - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Village Hotel Newcastle - **lat**: 55.0254189 - **long**: -1.5113858 - **full address**: Village Hotel Newcastle, 10 The Silverlink North, West Allotment, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Spex UK Academy Northeast: Introducing Spex - Simple to Complex Solutions - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/4ee52b45124059b9d5eea57705db8b4e2cc9a0a1140dc7ee0bd409f03cc2a8fd-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1779144939 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Spex UK Academy Northeast: Introducing Spex - Simple to Complex Solutions being held? - **A:** Spex UK Academy Northeast: Introducing Spex - Simple to Complex Solutions takes place on Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Village Hotel Newcastle, 10 The Silverlink North, West Allotment, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Spex UK Academy Northeast: Introducing Spex - Simple to Complex Solutions? - **A:** Spex UK Academy Northeast: Introducing Spex - Simple to Complex Solutions is organized by Spex Seating. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Spex UK Academy Northeast: Introducing Spex - Simple to Complex Solutions is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in West Allotment, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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