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When the time comes to get a new wheelchair there’s certainly lots to think about. What colour spokes should I get? Do I want Spinergy wheels? What will the cushion be like? But what about how wide should a wheelchair be? You’d be forgiven for not giving too much attention to the width of your […]

Pressure sores are caused by prolonged pressure on the skin. The more immobile you are, and unable to actively change your position, the more likely you are to experience pressure damage to your skin. A gel cushion for wheelchairs has a significant role in proactive pressure care. Moisture, heat and poor nutrition are three of […]

A power wheelchair gives you the freedom to move around within your environment, and with the vast choices on the market, picking the right one for you, can be a tough decision. One of the most important elements of your new power chair is the type of power drive. What Does Power Drive Mean? The […]

Transit wheelchairs often create a perception of the user which relates to age, need, disability and sometimes body shape.  This perception comes from the regular reinforcement of a medical model which encourages us to think of medical devices such as transit wheelchairs as pieces of equipment required by the frail.   However, when coming from the […]

Everybody likes to talk about independence, so much so that it sometimes almost feels as if independence is this vague and practically unreachable idea. But it’s not. Not if you know where to look and what to look for. Check this bathroom aids. If you have mobility issues, whatever the cause may be – disability, […]

In a modern-day world where attitudes towards minorities are firmly shifting for the better, it’s important to reflect and take stock of some areas of society which still suffer from distinct forms of marginalisation; with thoughts specifically in this instance homing in on individuals living with a disability. Here is the importance of disability awareness […]

Wheelchair access, and ensuring your environment is accessible, is a challenge at the best of times, so sprinkle a little chaos into the mix; such as that experienced over the festive period, and suddenly navigating your way through your home and the homes of loved ones can become quite a chore. Needless to mention there’s […]

Mayra Eliza Gomez is a 36-year-old Guatemalan. She had an accident and has been a wheelchair user for the last 16 years. An estimated 170,000 Guatemalans live with a disability and need a wheelchair but are unable to obtain one on their own. Without mobility, these individuals often depend on someone to carry them or […]

When taking part in or anticipating a powered wheelchair assessment what are your expectations? In my experience as a therapist there are a number of assessments I have read or witnessed which have focused on ensuring the wheelchair is the right size and that pressure care or postural needs are met.  This is a crucial […]

As probably all wheelchair users know, making a choice of your next wheelchair is often an occasion filled with both joy and frustration. Have a look at our active wheelchair family. After all, it’s a complicated and deceivingly important decision, one that will affect your life for years to come. In fact, if you really […]