Accessibility Statement

Making BodyRepair Accessible

BodyRepair has been designed to help as many people as possible participate safely in rehabilitation, fitness, health improvement and performance pathways.

Accessibility is considered throughout the design of the platform rather than being treated as a separate feature.

Our Commitment

BodyRepair believes that health, rehabilitation and fitness technologies should be accessible to the widest possible range of people regardless of age, ability, experience, physical condition or confidence with technology.

Accessibility is a continuing commitment that evolves as the platform develops.

Our Principles

Accessible by Design

Clear

Simple language, consistent navigation and understandable layouts.

Inclusive

Designed for people with a wide range of abilities and support needs.

Flexible

Supporting different devices, screen sizes and methods of interaction.

Improving

Accessibility is reviewed continually as BodyRepair evolves.

1. Accessibility Standards

Design Approach

BodyRepair aims to design and develop its public website and application using recognised accessibility principles and good practice.

As the platform develops, BodyRepair intends to work towards alignment with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA where appropriate for the services provided.

Accessibility considerations are intended to form part of planning, design, development, testing and future releases.

2. Keyboard Navigation

Using BodyRepair Without a Mouse

Where practical, BodyRepair aims to support users who navigate entirely using a keyboard.

  • Logical tab order.
  • Visible keyboard focus.
  • Skip navigation links.
  • Accessible menus.
  • Keyboard-operable controls.
  • Consistent navigation.

Future features will continue to be reviewed for keyboard accessibility during development.

3. Screen Readers

Supporting Assistive Technologies

BodyRepair aims to work effectively with modern screen readers and other assistive technologies.

Where practical, pages should include:

  • Meaningful page titles.
  • Correct heading structure.
  • Alternative text for images.
  • Accessible forms.
  • Clear labels.
  • Descriptive links.
  • Semantic HTML.

Accessibility testing will continue as new features are introduced.

4. Colour and Contrast

Supporting Readability

BodyRepair aims to use colour responsibly. Information should never rely solely on colour to communicate meaning.

Where practical, the platform aims to provide:

  • Appropriate colour contrast.
  • Readable typography.
  • Consistent spacing.
  • Clear visual hierarchy.
  • Accessible button design.
  • Consistent icons.

5. Text Size

Supporting Different Reading Preferences

BodyRepair aims to remain usable when browser zoom or operating system text scaling is increased.

Layouts should adapt appropriately without loss of important information or functionality wherever practical.

6. Cognitive Accessibility

Reducing Cognitive Load

BodyRepair recognises that accessibility extends beyond physical or sensory impairments. Many users benefit from interfaces that reduce unnecessary cognitive demand, particularly when recovering from injury, managing fatigue, pain, stress or another health condition.

Where practical, BodyRepair aims to support cognitive accessibility through:

  • Consistent page layouts.
  • Clear navigation.
  • Simple language.
  • Predictable interactions.
  • Progressive disclosure of information.
  • Reduced visual clutter.
  • Clear confirmation messages.
  • Structured task progression.

The platform aims to help users focus upon one task at a time without unnecessary distraction.

7. Neurodiversity

Supporting Different Ways of Thinking

BodyRepair recognises that people process information in different ways. The platform aims to support users who are autistic, ADHD, dyslexic, dyspraxic, dyscalculic, or who identify with another neurodivergent profile.

Accessibility considerations may include:

  • Clear language.
  • Consistent terminology.
  • Reduced information overload.
  • Predictable navigation.
  • Structured instructions.
  • Logical progression through pathways.
  • Reduced unnecessary animation.
  • Simple visual hierarchy.

Accessibility improvements are intended to benefit every user, not solely those with recognised disabilities.

8. Rehabilitation Accessibility

Supporting Recovery

Many BodyRepair users may be recovering from surgery, injury or illness.

Recovery can temporarily affect mobility, vision, concentration, memory, dexterity or endurance.

BodyRepair therefore aims to support rehabilitation by providing:

  • Simple navigation.
  • Clear session guidance.
  • Easy-to-read dashboards.
  • Large touch targets where practical.
  • Minimal unnecessary interaction.
  • Straightforward recording of progress.

9. Motion and Animation

Reducing Unnecessary Motion

Some users experience discomfort, motion sensitivity or vestibular disorders.

Where practical, BodyRepair aims to minimise unnecessary animation and avoid excessive visual effects that could interfere with comfortable use.

Important information should never depend solely upon animation or movement.

10. Smart Glasses Accessibility

Accessible Wearable Experiences

Future smart-glasses integrations are intended to improve hands-free access to BodyRepair information.

Examples may include:

  • Large readable prompts.
  • Simple navigation.
  • Minimal information per screen.
  • Voice interaction where supported.
  • Optional audio guidance.
  • High-contrast displays where available.

Smart glasses should enhance accessibility without reducing situational awareness.

11. Running Pathway Accessibility

Supporting Every Runner

The Running pathway has been designed to support a wide range of users, including those beginning physical activity, returning from injury or working towards more advanced goals.

Accessibility considerations may include:

  • Clear programme progression.
  • Simple route planning.
  • Large controls during activity.
  • Audio prompts where available.
  • Minimal interaction while moving.
  • Easy review of completed sessions.

Running routes should always be assessed by the individual before participation.

12. Voice Interaction

Alternative Methods of Interaction

As BodyRepair evolves, future releases may support voice interaction where compatible devices make this possible.

Voice interaction may assist users who experience reduced mobility, temporary injury or who require hands-free operation during appropriate activities.

Voice functionality will be introduced only where it supports safe participation.

13. Continuous Accessibility Improvement

Accessibility is an Ongoing Commitment

Accessibility is reviewed throughout the ongoing development of BodyRepair.

Future improvements may include:

  • Additional accessibility testing.
  • User feedback.
  • Assistive technology testing.
  • Improved keyboard support.
  • Expanded voice interaction.
  • Improved wearable accessibility.
  • Enhanced visual accessibility.
  • Improved cognitive support.

Accessibility improvements will continue as new pathways, features and technologies are introduced.

14. Reporting Accessibility Issues

Help Us Improve Accessibility

BodyRepair welcomes feedback regarding the accessibility of the website, application and future wearable experiences.

If you encounter an accessibility barrier, please let us know. Your feedback helps us improve the experience for everyone.

Useful information may include:

  • The page or feature involved.
  • The device being used.
  • Your browser.
  • Any assistive technology used.
  • A description of the issue.
  • Steps that produced the problem.

Where practical, we aim to investigate reported accessibility issues and consider them within future development work.

15. Alternative Formats

Requesting Information in Another Format

Where reasonably practicable, BodyRepair aims to provide important information in formats that better meet individual accessibility needs.

Depending upon the nature of the information, alternative formats may include:

  • Accessible HTML.
  • Accessible PDF.
  • Large-print documents.
  • Plain text.
  • Screen-reader compatible formats.

Availability may depend upon the specific document, technical limitations and applicable legal obligations.

16. Browser and Device Compatibility

Supported Technologies

BodyRepair is designed to work across modern desktop, tablet and mobile devices.

The experience may vary depending upon:

  • Browser version.
  • Operating system.
  • Device capabilities.
  • Internet connection.
  • Assistive technologies.
  • Connected wearable devices.

Future BodyRepair releases will continue to improve compatibility as new technologies become available.

17. Future Accessibility Roadmap

Looking Ahead

Accessibility forms part of the long-term development strategy for BodyRepair.

Future development may include:

  • Expanded voice interaction.
  • Improved smart-glasses accessibility.
  • Additional screen-reader optimisation.
  • Greater keyboard support.
  • Enhanced rehabilitation accessibility.
  • Improved cognitive accessibility.
  • Accessibility personalisation options.
  • Further usability research.

New accessibility improvements will be introduced alongside future BodyRepair pathways, clinical features and wearable integrations wherever appropriate.

Accessibility Support

Need Accessibility Assistance?

If you experience an accessibility difficulty when using BodyRepair, please contact us. We value your feedback and use it to improve future releases.

Accessible by Design

Accessibility, clinical safety and responsible technology are fundamental to every BodyRepair pathway.

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