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Hi everyone

Does anyone know any charities that accept old helmets worn for neurological reasons eg: post craniotomy?

Many thanks

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Hi Charlie. Have you asked the neuro dept where you were treated ? I know fracture boots and crutches are meant to be returned to the orthopaedics depts after they've served their purpose.

Just a thought... 🥴 x

Hi there Charlie,

Good suggestion from cat.

I previously worked in rehab. And do know that ‘old’ aids/equipment returned in good faith, were not suitable/unsafe to use again. If this happens, you could keep it as a souvenir of your successful craniotomy...

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