Colourful, stylish walking aid designs gain public attention
Walking stick specialist Neo Walk is gaining the public’s attention for its colourful, stylish walking aid designs. Neo Walk Founder Lyndsay makes creative walking sticks…
New reliable mobility scooter and folding powerchair will soon be available in the UK
Reyhee Cruiser Mobility equipment manufacturer Reyhee has recently launched two “life-changing” solutions that are designed to support those with reduced mobility. Its new mobility scooter,…
New extra-large wheelchair offering set to support broader range of users
Herefordshire-based wheelchair manufacturer Chunc has made its signature wheelchair inclusive to more sizes with its new XL offering following user demand. The Chunc One manual…
The 6 Innovate UK Young Innovators Award winners that have developed pioneering assistive tech
A portable seat raiser for people with reduced mobility, an augmented reality smartphone app to support stroke rehabilitation, and an affordable 10-line braille display are…
14 winners announced at the CES 2023 Innovation Awards in the accessibility category
Credit: Consumer Technology Association A helpful toilet lifter, stabilising smart makeup applicator, wearable navigation system for visually impaired individuals, and self-driving powerchair service have all…
Assistive wheelchairs provide autonomous transport for people with reduced mobility in public facilities
New assistive wheelchairs, by Italian manufacturer ALBA Robot, are providing facilities such as hospitals, airports, and museums autonomous mobility services for people with reduced mobility…
New walking aid attachment captures data to keep older adults safe at home
A new assistive technology device is helping older adults maintain their independence by attaching to a walker or rollator. The WalkWise device, developed by US-based…
Innovative magnetic lap belt now includes electronic sensor to support single-handed care for stairlift use
Soloc has updated its product range to include two new versions of its pioneering magnetic wheelchair lap belt: with and without electronic sensors for stairlifts.…
Lightweight, easy-to-disassemble powerchair wins product award across the pond
The WHILL Model C2 Chair has won a US-based award having been praised for being a convenient, lightweight, manoeuvrable, smart, and transportable solution for powerchair…
Ford trials robot charging station to give disabled people a helping hand
To address the challenges disabled drivers or those with reduced mobility face when charging an electric vehicle, Ford has developed a prototype robot charging station…