http://www.disabled-world.com/ Disability Community News and Information Tue, 15 May 2012 10:12:15 EST en-us http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/hearing/bluetooth.php Assistive Hearing Devices The opportunity to examine and work with bluetooth technology is something that a number of people who are hard of hearing now have the opportunity to pursue. Like many of the people in America, my husband is beginning the journey along the path of using these forms of technology. First obtaining the equipment, and then setting it up and using them, is becoming a lesson in patience and surprise. Tue, 15 May 2012 10:11:02 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/hearing/bluetooth.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/medical/neck-brace.php Medical Products A disabled man and a 77-year-old retired patent attorney worked together to launch an improved neck brace for people that need more support and flexibility than traditional soft-foam collars offer. Tue, 08 May 2012 10:53:01 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/medical/neck-brace.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/mobility/retrolift.php Mobility Aids Cirrus Concept Design LLC Launches New Medical Device, RetroLift(TM) - Improves Quality of Life For Wheelchair Users and Reduces Risk of Injury to Health Care Workers. Tue, 08 May 2012 10:05:11 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/mobility/retrolift.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/computer/demonstration.php Assistive Computer Devices Technology Tools to Assist People Who Are Visually Impaired Better Utilize Computers including Internet and Email Will be Demonstrated in Free Sessions at St. Louis Society for the Blind & Visually Impaired. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:30:32 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/computer/demonstration.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/apps/warm-health.php Disability and Health Apps Warm Health, a provider of innovative care management communications, announces the Warm Health App, the first of its category to deliver ongoing, interactive care and disease management programming to health plan members in addition to providing a direct, secure communication link between the member and their care manager. Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:58:26 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/apps/warm-health.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/doorstop.php Assistive Technology In 2003 Robert Duff patented the Duff's Doorstopper, the first doorstop in the world with a handle. Managers at hospitals, universities and hotels all appreciate the ergonomic benefits, because propping open doors without bending over benefits cleaning personnel it means less stress on back, knees, and legs. Fri, 20 Apr 2012 12:31:55 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/doorstop.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/computer/howto.php Assistive Computer Devices iPad Makes a Difference in the Life of a Non-Verbal Child. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 11:45:55 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/computer/howto.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/apps/superphoto-app.php Disability and Health Apps Carve Gybe Software has announced the availability of SuperPhoto, a new iOS Universal App that they call "the simplest way to take and share photos." Sun, 01 Apr 2012 20:11:55 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/apps/superphoto-app.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/computer/voice.php Assistive Computer Devices iPad: More than a Toy; a Voice for The Disabled - ACDS, The Association for Children with Down Syndrome, of Plainview NY has been taking advantage of the "hottest" trend in technology to help improve developmental levels of children who are disabled. The infamous iPad has been a hot topic since its first debut in Spring 2010. For children without a voice, the iPad is more than just an expensive "toy" and "tablet". Recently, a list of vocabulary words came out for children around the age of 2. For children with disabilities, some may not speak until Kindergarten – but through use of this iPad it gives hope and promise that a child with Autisim, does have a voice and can be heard much sooner. Wed, 28 Mar 2012 09:28:59 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/computer/voice.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/infants.php Assistive Technology Common types of assistive technologies include things such as wheelchairs, communication devices, computers, and computer software. Thu, 22 Mar 2012 13:05:31 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/infants.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/mobility/tek-rmd.php Mobility Aids Tek RMD is not an alternative to wheelchairs, it is a totally new concept, a new platform. Thu, 15 Mar 2012 16:21:36 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/mobility/tek-rmd.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/automotive/turny-evo.php Hand Controls Driving Turny Evo from Autoadapt is a unique solution that helps drivers and passengers with limited mobility to get into and out of the car. Tue, 13 Mar 2012 09:21:23 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/automotive/turny-evo.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/apps/bussani.php Disability and Health Apps Bussani Mobility Launches Mobile App for People with Disabilities - New Service Delivers Easy Access to Information and Help 24/7 from Smartphones. Thu, 08 Mar 2012 10:30:02 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/apps/bussani.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/tongue-drive.php Assistive Technology Tongue Drive is a wireless device that enables people with high-level spinal cord injuries to operate a computer and maneuver an electrically powered wheelchair simply by moving their tongues. Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:16:42 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/tongue-drive.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/apps/special-needs-apps.php Disability and Health Apps Making the transition from high school to college can be a challenge for any student, but for students with special needs, it can be like waking up and finding yourself on another planet. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:09:43 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/apps/special-needs-apps.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/computer/ipad-tv.php Assistive Computer Devices Information on cables you can use to connect your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch to your Television set or projector Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:27:17 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/computer/ipad-tv.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/computer/bodywave.php Assistive Computer Devices Unprecedented Technology Reads & Reacts to Brainwaves Through the Extremities of the Body - Freer Logic's BodyWave Provides Interactive Feedback Via Wearable Armband Sensors. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 11:17:33 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/computer/bodywave.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/automotive/peddle-master.php Hand Controls Driving People with physical disabilities who have researched or purchased hand controls for a car know just how expensive they can be. Rick Judson is an inventor who is personally aware of this fact; along with a friend, he invented, Peddle Master, a product that is far more versatile, is less-expensive, and is portable. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 11:41:39 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/automotive/peddle-master.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/apps/fatapp.php Disability and Health Apps FatApp for iPhone Now Available on iTunes Reinforces Holiday Maintain Don't Gain Diet Approaches. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 17:22:17 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/apps/fatapp.php http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/mobility/walking/sandpad.php Mobility Walking Aids The SandPad Beach Crutch Tips Allows Crutch Users Easier Mobility On Beaches - Amputee inventor releases new beach crutch product that allows disabled and injured people to use crutches and canes at the beach without sinking in the sand. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 16:42:30 EST http://www.disabled-world.com/assistivedevices/mobility/walking/sandpad.php