When asked what is a top priority for a user selecting a powerchair, most will undoubtedly say ‘reliability and performance’. These are two key features that will make the difference in a user’s day to day lives and both aspects rely on a very special component in the chair… the battery! At Invacare, we spend […]

In this day and age there’s often no better way to travel if you have a disability than with a cruise ship. These fully kitted hotels on water are almost always state-of-the-art and fully equipped to deal with any individual’s mobility needs. From accessible cabins to disabled toilets on all decks, almost every detail is […]

What should you take for a hospital stay? It is hard to know what you will need to bring, and what the hospital will provide for you. Although the hospital will certainly meet all your basic needs, there are a few items you may want to bring from home. Having items from home can make […]

The two most common forms of foot support for wheelchairs are footrests and leg rests. Wheelchair footrests, in particular, come in a range of designs – from fixed bars upon which a user may place their feet when seated, to footrests that clip in place and can swing away from the users legs to create […]

Wheelchair marathon is a style of wheelchair racing which usually takes place on open roads and runs in conjunction with some of the major marathons that take place over the world throughout the year, i.e. the London marathon. I’ve personally participated in a couple of marathons, both as an individual participant and as a disabled […]

People with spinal cord injuries often consider investing in a service dog to provide emotional support or help them perform tasks. Most people use the terms “therapy dog” and “service dog” interchangeably. The general public often doesn’t understand the difference between the two, but it is important to know what each type of animal can […]

    A three wheeled mobility scooter is a mobility aid much like a wheelchair but set up like an electric scooter. Like other electric scooters they are normally powered by an on-board rechargeable battery and configured with a step through frame, meaning that there are no doors or sides to negotiate.   Why choose […]

For almost any problem you have, “There’s an App for that.” But is there an SCI App? Not exactly, but there are many apps that can make your life easier if you have a spinal cord injury. We’ve chosen to feature three apps that are useful for people in the spinal cord injury community, but […]

Travel in a wheelchair can be a stressful experience. Making your flight on time, maneuvering through the airport, and wrestling your luggage is hard for anyone. And when you also have an essential piece of medical equipment to keep up with, it can be particularly challenging. But like anything in life, most of your potential problems […]

Fashion tips for wheelchair users are not based on the latest trends, but rather what clothes are going to be comfortable and conducive to pushing your chair. Sometimes it can be tricky to find the right combination of what looks good and what works for your lifestyle. These five fabulous tips will give you a […]