Are you a Q Roll Model? That’s what Quantum Rehab wants to know. And that’s why we want to hear from YOU! Quantum Rehab is dedicated to being the premier global innovator of consumer-inspired complex rehab technologies. That’s why we’re truly excited to announce the return of our Q Roll Model contest for 2023! We’reContinue reading “YOU could be our next Q Roll Model”
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How to Travel with a Quantum Rehab Power Wheelchair
How to Travel with a Quantum Rehab Power Wheelchair Do you have a big trip coming up? Whether you’re venturing domestically or internationally, you may be wondering about the best ways to travel with your Quantum Rehab Power Wheelchair. For an enjoyable, hassle-free journey, you need to plan and pack properly. To help with that,Continue reading “How to Travel with a Quantum Rehab Power Wheelchair”
My Quantum Power Wheelchair and the MDA Shamrocks Campaign
As March continues, I reflect on my work with the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) and its Shamrock campaign, which started in the 1980s. Thousands of participating retailers will sell MDA Shamrocks to customers for a donation, ranging from one to five dollars. I was the national goodwill ambassador for the MDA in 2012 and 2013Continue reading “My Quantum Power Wheelchair and the MDA Shamrocks Campaign”
Tell CMS to Approve Seat Elevation for All!
For years wheelchair users have been advocating for Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to allow insurance coverage for seat elevation systems, like iLevel, in wheelchairs. In August 2022, CMS finally took action on this issue by opening up a comment period where wheelchair users and other advocates could provide open feedback to CMSContinue reading “Tell CMS to Approve Seat Elevation for All!“
Art for Equity Demonstrates the Need for Accessible Healthcare
The Raw Beauty Project is an art platform that celebrates women with disabilities. It’s based in Miami, Florida, where I lived for a few years in graduate school. I still miss the weather, the people, the food, and the fun! So, when Raw Beauty Project founders Wendy Crawford and Dr. Susan Solman contacted me aboutContinue reading “Art for Equity Demonstrates the Need for Accessible Healthcare”
CMS Proposes Seat Elevation Rule
On February 15, 2023, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued its proposed decision on coverage for seat elevation technology, like iLevel. The proposed decision would allow coverage of seat elevation technology for individuals who perform weight bearing transfers. This means any person who uses a wheelchair and bears weight on their armsContinue reading “CMS Proposes Seat Elevation Rule”
Why My Quantum Power Wheelchair is Better Than a Manual Chair
So, I know people who use manual wheelchairs and people who use power chairs. I tend to get teased by my friends in manual wheelchairs because I use my Quantum power wheelchair a lot of the time. They think that pushing a manual wheelchair helps you stay in shape and you don’t get lazy. AndContinue reading “Why My Quantum Power Wheelchair is Better Than a Manual Chair”
Best Tips for Using a Wheelchair in Snow and Ice
Minnesota winter is in full swing! Our house is surrounded by icicles, snow and ice! While we outsource the job to plow the driveway, both my husband and I are full-time wheelchair users and for the first winter as home owners, we were pretty stuck. As winter takes over in Minnesota, the ground is coveredContinue reading “Best Tips for Using a Wheelchair in Snow and Ice”
Romantic Nights Out with My Quantum Wheelchair
Valentine’s Day is almost upon us! Many of us are considering who we will ask to be our Valentine, or if you have someone already, you may be considering what is the perfect romantic or sentimental gift. Having been in a relationship that became a marriage, I have learned that showing your love to thoseContinue reading “Romantic Nights Out with My Quantum Wheelchair”
Loving Myself and Living Life in My Quantum Wheelchair
It’s Valentine’s Day season once again. While I was hoping to be spending this holiday with my special someone, some changes occurred and I am once again single. I find it kind of ironic that this happened to me during a time when “Flowers” by Miley Cyrus is number one on the Billboard charts. ItContinue reading “Loving Myself and Living Life in My Quantum Wheelchair”