Month: October 2015
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It can be difficult to know whether or not to make the switch to a power wheelchair. Not only can these chairs feel a bit more bulky if you’re used to something more streamlined, but they are also quite an investment financially. However, if you feel that you are having some difficulty getting around in your current chair, it may…
No CommentsHow can I be more active as a wheelchair user?
When faced with adversity, you have two options: allow it to limit you, or carry on living your life as best you can. Is there any question which is better? For instance, if you’re in a wheelchair, it can be easy to be discouraged about your lifestyle. But just because you are now in a wheelchair doesn’t mean you can’t…
No CommentsAn Accommodating World: How Society Helps Out Wheelchair Users
When you first begin to adjust to life in a wheelchair, it’s natural to be overwhelmed by your limitations. There are many normal, mundane activities that you’ll no longer be able to perform without assistance, and while that’s a shame, it’s not the end of the world. You’ll find that many wheelchair users are actually quite optimistic and happy; these…
No CommentsWhat kind of lifestyle adjustments can make wheelchair living easier?
So you’ve finally gotten accustomed to life in a wheelchair and you’re starting to get the hang of certain things. For instance, perhaps you’ve finally figured out the best way to transfer to a car. And considering how challenging that task can be, that would be a major help.
No CommentsWhat is the difference between paraplegic and quadriplegic?
The human body is in an unbelievably complex organism, with countless interconnected pieces working together in unison. That’s how it’s able to adjust and recover from illness and injury. However, it also means there are thousands of ways something can go wrong within the system. And to help us differentiate between these problems, we have to assign them names. And…
No Comments5 Things You Can Do To Help Transfer On And Off Your Wheelchair
If you weren’t always a wheelchair user, then you definitely had to go through an adjustment period once you lost the use of your legs. This can be a very challenging time, full of unintended consequences and unforeseen difficulties. For instance, did you ever think that transferring would become one of your life’s most constant concerns?
No CommentsI’m paralyzed – are there any tips to help pull up my pants?
If you’ve arrived at this blog article, then I must assume you’re pretty new at being in a wheelchair. That’s OK! You’ve come to the right place. Believe it or not, this entire company was created because of one simple fact: it’s really hard to pull your pants up without the use of your legs.
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