2019-08-21
Adventure sports and disability are not incompatible. Actually, with adaptations of kit and the help of qualified professionals, people with disabilities can participate in canyoning, skydiving, hiking, rafting or caving in a totally safe manner. These types of activities present a considerable c
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A long time has passed since Tod Browning directed his famous film in 1932, “Freaks” which was one of the first films on the big screen to address the subject of disability. Since then, the relationship between disability and film has been prolific with numerous examples of works that address incapa
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How can the Power Wheelchair (PWC) effectively interact with the home environment? What is the potential of this interaction? This publication aims to find simple and quick answers to these questions.
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As a wheelchair user, travel can sometimes be intimidating and might even be seen to be prohibitive. But the UK has some truly fabulous sights and attractions that have been made accessible. It is easier than you might imagine to find places for a wonderful day out or a longer trip; there is somethi
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Since visiting many services around the UK revealing the new QUICKIE Q100 R, I frequently get asked how high can it kerb climb and how can I kerb climb consistently? As manufacturers, we always state in our owner’s manuals, brochures and website the maximum a chair can climb a kerb. However the chal
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Provide support in the most posturally aligned comfortable position. However, there may need to be compromises for supporting optimal levels of active movement for functional tasks.
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Travelling is an exciting part of life. It’s the chance to experience new cultures, enjoy new sights, and have lots of fun exploring new places. However, between the transport, accommodation, and crowds of tourists, travel can prove stressful for people who have special needs or require additional s
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In 1995, when Gabriel was 11 years old, he sustained a complete spinal cord injury (SCI) at the T3-T4 level as the result of a bicycle accident.
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Holiday season is upon us and as we begin to plan our trips away, there are a few top tips to remember before taking an accessible holiday. Everybody should have the freedom to travel whether you have a disability or not. There are lots of companies available that can help plan an accessible trip,
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Today I will focus on the subject of tilt in space. I was recently asked what is the recommended degree of tilt for an individual for maximal pressure relief? To answer this we must first ask a few questions.
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