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”
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Empowering Accessibility: Making a Difference with Evacuation Chairs
I am so excited to share that a project I have been working on has moved to the next step! After my experience at EmpowHer camp last summer,I decided that my year-long project would be to try to get evacuation chairs in my school – and hopefully other places in the community. The idea behindContinue reading “Empowering Accessibility: Making a Difference with Evacuation Chairs”
What is Anterior Tilt?
A modern power wheelchair serves a purpose beyond simple transportation. Unlike conventional wheelchairs, which were primarily focused on moving a person from one place to another, modern power wheelchairs put greater emphasis on facilitating activities of daily living (ADL) and increasing accessibility. For instance, anterior tilt is a game-changing functionality available on the Stretto, 4Front®Continue reading “What is Anterior Tilt?”
We Need Better Resources for Adults with Cerebral Palsy
By Isabella Bullock March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month. Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move and maintain balance and posture. According to the CDC, CP is the most common motor disability in childhood. Cerebral palsy is caused by abnormal brain development or damage to the developing brain. ThisContinue reading “We Need Better Resources for Adults with Cerebral Palsy”
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!“
The Best Advantages of Elevation in My Quantum Power Wheelchair
In my Quantum power wheelchair with iLevel technology, I enjoy being elevated, as it helps me complete daily tasks and be eye-to-eye with others. Although most of the time I’m raised in my wheelchair seat, there are occasions when I need to be in the lowered position. Public Speaking in My Power Chair During anyContinue reading “The Best Advantages of Elevation in My Quantum Power Wheelchair”
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”
Disabled Students and Important Things To Know About College
College is a natural next step for many graduating high school seniors. College can offer many opportunities, social events, and educational paths. It is essential that you choose the right college that best suits your needs as a student and as a disabled individual. Whether you plan on attending a four-year university or a two-yearContinue reading “Disabled Students and Important Things To Know About College”
What to Know About a Feeding Tube
The week of February 6-10 is Feeding Tube Awareness Week and is officially recognized on the National Health Observances calendar each year. In this blog, I will talk about feeding tubes, a life-saving intervention, how a feeding tube saved my life and break down some of the myths associated with feeding tubes. What is aContinue reading “What to Know About a Feeding Tube”
Six Fun Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Your Power Wheelchair
Valentine’s Day, or if you plan to celebrate with close friends, Galentine’s Day, is right around the corner. If you or your Valentine use a power wheelchair, there are plenty of activities to accompany your many love notes, candied hearts and teddy bears. Here are some of the top ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day withContinue reading “Six Fun Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Your Power Wheelchair”