Before considering the ‘do’s and don’ts’ of wheelchair repair, it is important that we understand and explore how to maintain your wheelchair. Correct storage, battery maintenance, cleaning and regularly checking your wheelchair for damage will ensure your wheelchair remains safe and productive in the long-term. Get to know your wheelchair It’s a good idea to […]

If you’re unsteady on your feet, or have a condition that affects your balance, walking aids can make it safer and more comfortable for you to move around. Whether you need more confidence when out and about, or would like extra support around the house, there are a range of walking aids to suit your […]

When Spring starts to bloom, many of us start thinking of sunshine and outdoor activities. If you have the outdoor space and green fingers, gardening may be a hobby that you really enjoy in these warmer months, but gardening when you are disabled can often become more of a chore than good fun. For those […]

When choosing a children’s wheelchair, some of the things you may want to consider are versatility, adaptability, and personality. Not many chairs meet all three of these requirements. Check out this checklist that details the considerations you want to make, as well as lists some general tips on how to choose the right children’s wheelchair.   […]

Many people associate a bed backrest with nursing profiling beds whether they be for medical or domestic environments. However, backrests are not just part of an integrated bed but can be stand-alone accessories, used on any standard domestic bed. When considering the purpose and benefit of a backrest we need to first consider what activities […]

If you are a new wheelchair user, you may not have heard the word “camber” before. Or maybe you’ve heard it, but you still don’t know what it means. The article will give you the low-down on what wheelchair camber actually is and why it might be beneficial to you. What is wheelchair camber and […]

Exercising is important for everyone. Cardiovascular (cardio) exercise is any activity that raises your heart rate and gets you sweating, and it’s a key part of a healthy lifestyle. But if you are a wheelchair user, the traditional cardio exercises designed for able-bodied people may be inappropriate. Chair cardio is one way that wheelchair users […]

Mobility scooters enable people to maintain their independence and help those with mobility challenges to maintain their lifestyle.  This is just one of the reasons why they have become so popular and have become a much more regular feature in our communities. Indeed, mobility scooters have lately become much more than just one of many […]

If you’ve ever had the misfortune of suffering from a bad back, you may have found yourself weighing up your options with regards to treatment, and you might have stumbled across both chiropractor or osteopath services. But what’s the difference, and which would be best for you? The clearest difference between Chiropractic and Osteopathic treatments […]

One size, one shape does not fit all! The goal in the selection of a wheelchair cushion and (back support) is to provide for an individual’s positioning needs and provide pressure care while promoting functional mobility and activities from the wheelchair.   But why is all this important? About Pressure Sores Well, to answer this, […]