Case study: Retired wheelchair shot putter regains zest for life thanks to assistance dog and ‘super’ powerchair
Retired Team GB Sportsman and Wheelchair Product Specialist Simon Cook, 59 from Bicester, has discovered a new level of independence through the support of Axel…
OTs impressed with feature-packed and newly launched bespoke stairlift at open day
Occupational therapists (OTs) have shared positive feedback on the recently launched Flow X curved stairlift from Access BDD at an open day, saying that it…
Patent-pending transportable tilt and recline paediatric wheelchair launches in the US
Sunrise Medical has launched the new ZIPPIE Sphynx i the US, a compact paediatric wheelchair for busy families that are always on the go. ZIPPIE…
New wheelchair lifter makes air travel accessible and risk-free for disabled people
Accessible device specialist Aviramp has recently launched the Chair Lifter, a wheelchair lifter that makes air travel accessible for users, where wheelchairs may otherwise be…
New two-way powered swivel seat to enable more “life-changing” adaptations for clients
A new two-way powered swivel seat option on Handicare’s premium curved stairlift system, the Freecurve, means a “life-changing” home adaptation is now possible for more…
New 8mph mobility scooter with heated seat is ‘already popular’ with users
Mobility product manufacturer Scooterpac has launched the new Ignite 8mph scooter, which it says has already proven popular among those with reduced mobility. Ignite comes…
Top 9 assistive tech innovations to see at Naidex 2021
Independent living event Naidex is returning to the NEC in Birmingham this year on 15th-16th September. The exhibition showcases the latest assistive technologies available and…
New power attachments to help standard wheelchairs travel further and tackle tricky terrain
Mobility manufacturer Rehasense UK has unveiled its Power Assisted Wheelchair Systems (PAWS), which have been designed to provide extra power to a standard wheelchair and…
Advanced off-road mobility scooter set to help users travel on various terrains
Scooterpac, a designer and manufacturer of innovative mobility products, has launched the Invader – a modern and advanced off-road mobility scooter. The Invader boasts an…
Paediatric folding tilt-in-space wheelchair offers convenience for parents and caregivers
Ki Mobility, a manufacturer of mobility products, has revealed the Little Wave Arc folding tilt-in-space wheelchair, offering convenience, style and versatility for young people with…