Back in the 70’s, two of the hottest shows in pop-culture were The Six Million Dollar Man and its spin off series, The Bionic Woman. The premise for both was basically the same. The main character was in a horrible accident that damaged their body beyond what it could ever recover from. So a secret Read more…
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How to Avoid Costly Wheelchair Van Lift Repairs
Things you should know if you have a lift van with a wheelchair lift Nothing stings worse than a large bill for repairs on your wheelchair van lift. Even if you have the money to cover the cost, it’s usually hard to hold back the tears as you see your hard-earned cash leaving your pocket. Of Read more…
Creating New, Useful Technology with the Connect Ability Challenge
Though we often take it for granted, and some may argue we’ve become overly dependent on it, technology is a marvelous thing. On a day to day basis, it connects us, makes our jobs easier, and allows us to accomplish tasks once thought impossible. When used properly, technology simply makes life better. And it’s Read more…
Do-it-Yourself Wheelchair Repairs and Maintenance
Your wheelchair, much like a wheelchair van, needs the proper maintenance to continue working properly throughout its life. It may seem complicated at first, but after some practice you can get to know the nuts and bolts of your chair and become a DIY wheelchair mechanic. Your Wallet Will Thank You According to the Robert Read more…
BYU Students Create a Cheap, DIY Wheelchair Design
The financial cost of wheelchairs and their peripherals is a common concern within the wheelchair-using community, so much so that many lesser fortunate people cannot even afford a basic chair, much less something motorized. In order to maintain a budget that people can live on, wheelchair users have sacrificed much, and are often driven to Read more…
SoftWheel’s Innovative Wheel for Wheelchair Users
Although disabled vehicles and wheelchair ramps help eliminate many of the mobility challenges that wheelchair users face, staircases still remain a prominent issue. However, an Israel-based company called SoftWheel has created a new type of wheel technology for both bikes and wheelchairs. This innovative wheel design contains built-in shock absorbers that drastically reduce the impact Read more…
MDA Receives Grant for Genetic Testing
Research is essential. We’re not just talking about research for school papers or the research you do when planning your next wheelchair vans purchase. Don’t get us wrong, those are both important. Research is essential for finding cures for disorders like ALS, muscular dystrophy and spinal cord injuries. Luckily, fundraising and grants exist to help Read more…
The Robotic Exoskeleton that is Helping People Walk Again
We are slowly but surely entering an era where anything is possible. This certainly seems to be the case for Roosevelt “R.J.” Anderson, a paralyzed Army veteran from Chicago who is learning to walk again, all thanks to a new piece of machinery, not to mention a generous donation from a wealthy donor. The Read more…
New Research Hints At Genetic Causes for Cerebral Palsy
The quest to uncover the definitive causes for Cerebral Palsy just took a turn towards a different area of scientific study: genetics. New research published in February by the Journal of Molecular Psychiatry is claiming that the cause of Cerebral Palsy, once thought to be related to brain trauma and abnormal development during pregnancy Read more…
Doctor Finds Potential Treatment for Popular Form of Muscular Dystrophy
Though often used to describe a specific condition, muscular dystrophy is actually a group of about 40 different muscle conditions. All of these conditions share a number of common traits: progressive skeletal muscle weakness, death of muscle cells, limited range of motion. Also, all forms of muscular dystrophy (or MD) are mostly hereditary. However, Read more…