Technology has come along way in the last 30 years, giving the world greater access to information. Technology also gives people with disabilities greater access to the world. Below is a list of just some of the technology and applications available that can support people with disabilities. Best Tech for People with Disabilities While ourContinue reading “Useful Tech and Apps for People with Disabilities”
Category Archives: Power Chairs
Should Kids Play with a Manual or Power Wheelchair?
As a psychologist who studies the way we learn and think about disability, I’m often pondering how we can better prepare kids to be inclusive and accepting. I’ve thought more about this in the last couple of weeks after reading accounts from one of my favorite Instagram accounts AbleismIsTrash. Her young daughter experienced a brokenContinue reading “Should Kids Play with a Manual or Power Wheelchair?”
The Best Quantum Power Wheelchair for Outdoors
When choosing a power wheelchair, it’s important to incorporate technology that’s specifically suited to your lifestyle. While cozy mornings indoors are certainly blissful, the wonders of the great outdoors are always calling. If you’re looking for a Quantum power wheelchair with the durability, stability and comfort to navigate outdoor spaces, this is the guide forContinue reading “The Best Quantum Power Wheelchair for Outdoors”
Driving with a Disability: What You Should Know
This summer, I received my driving permit. The next step was for me to learn how to drive so I take a driving test and get my license. This is not as easy as it sounds. My learning to drive involves expenses that non-disabled 16-year-olds don’t have to think about. Here’s what I’ve learned aboutContinue reading “Driving with a Disability: What You Should Know”
Great Winter Weather Tips for Power Chair Users
For many of us, the winter season is quickly approaching, which means colder temperatures, ice, and snow. While snow is pretty to look at, snow and other elements of winter can add more barriers to the daily life for manual wheelchair and power chair users. Below are several tips for wheelchair users to help themContinue reading “Great Winter Weather Tips for Power Chair Users”
The Best Features on My Quantum Power Wheelchair
I’ve been using a wheelchair ever since I was a little girl, so I know what I like and dislike about power chair technology. When the time came for me to get a new power chair, I knew what I wanted because of all the features the chair offered. We all have our favorite features,Continue reading “The Best Features on My Quantum Power Wheelchair”
Understanding Drive Wheel Configuration on a Quantum Power Wheelchair
When going through the process of selecting a new power chair, your therapist works alongside an ATP (Assistive Technology Professional), who works for your authorized Quantum dealer. Drive-wheel configuration is a major factor to consider. Working together, you, your therapist and the ATP can decide which Quantum power wheelchair is right for you. Quantum powerContinue reading “Understanding Drive Wheel Configuration on a Quantum Power Wheelchair”
How to Change the Clock on Your Quantum Rehab Wheelchair
Whether we are springing forward or falling back, daylight saving time is a bit of an adjustment for Americans. Not only do we have to change the clocks in our cars, our offices and in our homes, wheelchair users have to adjust the clock on their Quantum Rehab Wheelchair Q-Logic controller. While we participate inContinue reading “How to Change the Clock on Your Quantum Rehab Wheelchair”
Your Complex Wheelchair and the Best Wheelchair Batteries
Whether you are an experienced or first-time power chair user, your wheelchair batteries keep your complex wheelchair running, so you can keep on living your life! While you’ll receive a set of brand-new batteries when you get your new power chair, it’s normal to have to replace the batteries from time to time. When theContinue reading “Your Complex Wheelchair and the Best Wheelchair Batteries”
Great Tips on Where to Find Quantum Rehab Wheelchair Repair Near Me
Every minute matters when your Quantum Rehab Wheelchair needs service. Your power chair is how you stay independent. At Quantum Rehab, we build complex rehab equipment that you depend on every day. We take that responsibility seriously. Quantum Rehab is a global innovator for customized wheelchairs thanks to the quality, versatility and durability of ourContinue reading “Great Tips on Where to Find Quantum Rehab Wheelchair Repair Near Me”