The Importance of Material Quality in Wheelchair Manufacturing Riders will often identify weight as a primary consideration when choosing a wheelchair and communicate a desire to pursue a wheelchair made of a particular material in an effort to reduce weight, improve propulsion efficiency, and increase the ease with which they can independently lift the unoccupied wheelchair. However, the weight of a wheelchair is not necessarily dependent upon the material selected. So, of all the products and materials available, the question is how can the quality of an ULWC be measured? 2024-11-18 Keep Reading
Using a Visualizer to Assist with Wheelchair Evaluations Recognizing the importance of providing each rider with knowledge of all the options available to them, the team at Sunrise Medical has created visualizers for both the QUICKIE QS5 X and Nitrum manual wheelchairs. 2024-11-18 Keep Reading
Weighing Weight: Thinking Critically about Wheelchair Optimization What is your initial reaction when asked the question, "Does weight matter in terms of ultra lightweight wheelchairs (ULWC)?" This is a nuanced, even controversial, topic among experienced wheelchair prescribers. If you have a moment, make a few notes with your reaction before reading further. 2024-11-18 Keep Reading
Why Technology Matters for Folding Wheelchair Riders One of the biggest innovations since the original folding wheelchair has been the invention of "rigid folding" wheelchairs. These chairs use an "X" style side folding frame, significantly reducing frame flex for a stiff, rigid-like feel. 2024-11-18 Keep Reading
A 6-Year Overview of Supporting a Young Child's Need for Postural Support and Dependent Mobility Gabriel is a 6-year-old boy who lives with his parents and little sister. He loves horses and is surrounded by adoring grandparents and friends. Gabriel has encephalopathy, Lennox Gasteau syndrome (characterized by uncontrolled seizures), and cerebral visual impairment (CVI). His motor skills are quite limited, and he cannot sit independently. He is also non-verbal, though he uses his communication device like a champ! 2024-10-14 Keep Reading
