Case study: Powered wheelchair add-on helps girl get around school with ease and without fatigue
11-year-old Faith from Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex, has been the proud owner of a Rehasense Power Assisted Wheelchair System (PAWS) City with a 14”…
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…
Versatile wheelchair and mobility scooter range showcased to OTs
TGA Mobility demonstrated its assistive technology range to occupational therapists (OTs) at last week’s OT Show and discussed how these devices can facilitate enablement for…
Modern mobility solutions to be showcased to therapists at upcoming exhibition
Occupational therapists (OTs) will have the chance to learn about TGA Mobility’s modern mobility solutions and how the firm works with professionals to improve client…
Assistive technology devices supplier receives ‘fantastic feedback’ at Naidex 2022
Medical equipment supplier Rehasense showcased its full range of mobility solutions including power-assisted wheelchair systems (PAWS), Track Wheel and other examples from its manual wheelchair…
Smartwatch enables users to drive their wheelchairs hands-free and track heart activities
An innovative, integrated smartwatch solution has been launched that gives manual wheelchair users powerful tracking, monitoring and power assist capabilities. Permobil SmartDrive PushTracker E3 manual…
New power assist device transforms manual wheelchairs into portable powerchairs
Medical equipment manufacturer Invacare has announced the US launch of its next generation of power assist devices – the e-fix eco. The Alber e-fix eco…
New front wheel attachment transforms manual wheelchairs into agile tricycles
A new lightweight front wheel attachment for manual wheelchairs is promising to be the perfect companion for users when out and about, whether around town…
CASE STUDY: Paralympic powerlifter benefits from one of the world’s lightest folding wheelchairs
Mobility and rehabilitation specialist Ottobock has helped a Paralympic powerlifter by supplying him with a lightweight folding wheelchair. Ali Jawad received his first Ottobock wheelchair…
New informative guide for wheelchair users on how to access PWBs
The British Healthcare Trades Association (BHTA) has published a new guide for users about Personal Wheelchair Budgets (PWBs) and how they form part of their…