Disabled World

WunderGlow Wheelchair Lights

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:48:34 PST

It is no surprise that most wheelchair fatalities occur at night. Yet few wheelchair users bother to use lights. Why? Most lights are made for cycles. Lights are heavy, bulky and ugly.

Wheelchair Reflectors - Wheels on Fire

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:21:06 PST

Road safety is an important issue for wheelchair users. Built so low to the ground, wheelchairs are harder for drivers to see than other cars. So, they are often unnoticed, until it is too late. As a result, in the USA there is a collision between a vehicle and a wheelchair every single day.

WC Caddy Makes Transporting a Wheelchair Easy

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 13:35:42 PST

The WC Caddy, wheelchair caddy, is a revolutionary new product that enables a caregiver to easily lift a wheelchair. This product takes away the challenge of hoisting the chair, so that simple trips or outings become simple again. The main goal of this product was to increase the quality of life for both people who have a wheelchair in their life.

RehaDesign Wheelchair Gloves Launched in the USA

Sun, 10 May 2009 10:14:09 PST

RehaDesign Flexi-Fit Wheelchair Gloves were designed for people with limited hand mobility such as quadriplegic users and people who have had strokes. Flexi-Fit Wheelchair gloves open up wide and are easy to slip on without assistance. These wheelchair gloves are made of soft and flexible neoprene material and do not limit hand mobility.

RehaDesign Wheelchair Tire Covers Launched in the USA

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 11:00:47 PST

RehaDesign Wheelchair tire covers have been available to European wheelchair users for nearly three years. Now, these quality tire covers are available to American wheelchair users as well.

Ergonomically Designed Shower Wheelchair

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:54:32 PST

Showerbuddy is not just another shower wheelchair. It is a New Zealand-designed, uniquely patented system that eliminates the often stressful and backbreaking work of shower time for individuals and their caregivers. With its own built in commode, Showerbuddy allows caregivers or users to easily transport individuals straight into the restroom or shower unit.

Custom Wheelchairs: Functionality to Individuality

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 18:18:35 PST

Wheelchairs today are now considered not only a means of transportation but also as a way to allow users to express their individuality. Users can find custom-made high quality ultra-light high-performance wheelchairs as well as accessories that enable them to individualize their look and style. The move from functionality to individuality is discussed in this article.

Rigid and Folding Wheelchairs

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 16:07:43 PST

The primary design of a rigid wheelchair is to fit the body of the user. The primary design of a folding wheelchair is to fold. Folding wheelchairs are generally boxy, while rigid wheelchairs conform to the shape of the body. For example, with a rigid chair, one can taper the design to conform to the body shape (large at the hips, narrow at the knees) which can hold the users body in place.

Custom Wheelchairs Paint Frames and Designs

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 18:53:24 PST

Among the advances in modern medical care which have gone the furthest to improve the quality of life for those who were previously bedridden are the custom wheelchairs. Custom wheel chairs are designed on an individual basis, to address physical infirmities, enhance the physical capabilities, and suit the style and personal tastes of their users.

How To Choose a Suitable Wheelchair

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 17:53:43 PST

Nowadays, wheelchairs can be cheap to purchase and are widely available, so choosing a wheelchair can be confusing. Some people will have been prescribed a specific sort of wheelchair by an Occupational Therapist whilst others might want a wheelchair for when an elderly relative comes to stay.

Wheelbench Information for Sitting Disabilities

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 16:20:08 PST

People with both sitting and mobility problems often have to use a wheelbench, a wheeled mobility device in which the user lies down. A wheelbench somewhat resembles a hospital gurney or wheelchair.

Wheelchair Cushions - Types and Reviews

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 15:02:45 PST

Although your wheelchair and cushion are separate purchases, which chair you choose is significantly affected by the type of cushion you will use. Chair and cushion are a team, each influencing the other. The proper combination of chair and cushion will enable you to sit in a neutral and stable posture and to operate the chair safely.

Pediatric Wheelchairs The Right Wheelchair for a Child

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 14:53:04 PST

There are all sorts of variables to take into considerations when it comes to picking out the right chair. One such consideration is transportation. So while an electric power chair is popular among kids and adults alike, a more lightweight wheelchair might be more easily transportable.