Disabled World News

Carbon Black - Carbon Fiber Wheelchair

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 11:57:39 PST

Designed and manufactured by presenter and inventor Andrew Slorance, Carbon Black promises to revolutionize the experience of wheelchair users worldwide.

Government Report on Power Wheelchair Use in Medicare

Sat, 13 Aug 2011 10:26:14 PST

Government Report on Power Wheelchair Use in Medicare Triggers Misleading News Coverage, Says American Association for Homecare.

Helping Electric Wheelchair Users Move Easier - FSU researchers

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 11:26:52 PST

Thick gravel, mud, snow, steep ramps or hills . . . They might get a pedestrian a little dirty or out of breath, but to someone in an electric wheelchair, they could mean terrain that's simply too difficult to cross alone.

New Passport Scheme Benefits UK Wheelchair Users

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 12:40:08 PST

MORE than 1.25 million wheelchair users could enjoy easier and safer travel across the UK thanks to a new passport scheme.

Power Wheelchairs Change the Lives of Medicare Beneficiaries

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 10:01:21 PST

Ten years ago, Keli Babcock faced a crisis. A medical condition was affecting her legs and her lungs, requiring that she use a ventilator. She couldn't walk or even maneuver a manual wheelchair. Mobility had become a difficult challenge.

Beach Wheelchair - Lightweight, Easy-to-Use

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 14:44:34 PST

Summer Fun With Lightweight, Easy-to-Use Beach Wheelchair - Joy on the Beach Wheelchair, like an ATV for individuals with mobility needs, moves easily over sand and other beach terrain.

STAXI Transportation Chairs for People with Medical or Physical Conditions

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 10:26:39 PST

STAXI Goes Straight To The Heart During National Heart Month - February is “National Heart Month” in Canada (and other parts of the world) to raise awareness for overall cardiac well-being.

Quality Designed Wheelchair Spoke Guards at Affordable Price

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 09:34:02 PST

RehaDesign Wheelchair Spoke Guards offer a new option to add style and safety to manual wheelchairs.

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.

RehaDesign Wheelchair Gloves Launched in the USA

Sun, 10 May 2009 10:14:09 PST

Med Services Europe has announced the US launch of RehaDesign Wheelchair Gloves.

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

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.