World’s first power wheelchair capable of full body extension unveiled
"It supports those with weak or no ability for self-stabilisation for everyday life situations such as sitting, mobilising and standing" Ottobock has launched the world’s…
Promoting healthy posture for wheelchair users through appropriate lumbar support
An outline article by Ailsa Reston, RKS Occupational Therapist, that highlights the issues and appropriate solutions through effective ergonomic design 1. Introduction The provision of…
Superhumans go head to head on Invictus Active Trainer
The Invictus Active Trainer, an exercise device designed specifically to simulate road-like pushing of a wheelchair, was featured and tested by superhumans on Channel 4’s…
NHS to offer thousands of wheelchair users more control over their provision
"We are determined to give people more power and control over their own healthcare" NHS England on the 18th of May set out action to…
New rollator from Topro
Topro has launched the new Rollz Flex, designed by the same team that introduced the popular ‘Rollz Motion - Rollator and Wheelchair in one’. The…
Layer designs world’s first consumer 3D-printed wheelchair
"We saw an opportunity to really progress the manual mobility category for users with disabilities, and to use 3D printing technology to solve significant and…
Wheelchair addition for TGA
TGA has added the Swiss-designed ‘StrongBack’ wheelchair to its range. The attendant-controlled foldable wheelchair incorporates a fully adjustable backrest that moulds around the occupant to…
New wheelchair accessory from Patterson Medical
The Days Escape Lite Wheelchair from Patterson Medical now comes with an attractive modern water resistant back pouch. It features one main sealed compartment with…
Drive launches the New 4″ gel cushion
The New 4” Gel Cushion by Drive is an ultra-comfortable, deep, gel-filled pressure reducing cushion designed to assist in prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers.…
Refurbished state-of-the-art rehabilitation centre
"Their intuitive controls ensure carers can transfer disabled patients efficiently and safely whilst maximising dignity and comfort" Heathfield Neuro Disability Service in East Sussex (within…