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Wheelchair Etiquette

Mobility Management, Wheelchair Tips

An interesting article written by a wheelchair user based on her own experiences and suggestions. 2015 Category: Independent Living By ANNA CORBITT As a user of a power wheelchair since I was five, I’ve become quite the expert on etiquette for interacting with someone in a wheelchair. As an extremely outspoken Read More

Inspirational People in Wheelchairs To Follow On Social Media

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John Charles Hockenberry 6-13-19 The Takeaway  Who is he:  John Charles Hockenberry is a Peabody and Emmy Award winning American journalist and author. He has been using a wheelchair since the age of 19 when he was in a car accident that caused a spinal cord injury. Why you should follow Read More

Curb Free with Cory Lee

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C 6-07-19 A clever and information-packed travel blog, Curb Free with Cory Lee gives useful tips and suggestions to persons with disabilities who like to travel. Cory has written and published guides for would-be travelers. For instance, he has described within his blogs how it’s “not enough to simply do Read More

Inspirational People in Wheelchairs To Follow On Social Media

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Sue Austin The Huffington Post Who is she: Sue Austin is a British artist that has been using a wheelchair for two decades due to an extended illness. Doctors informed her of her limitations but she pushed forward and now inspires people around the world as she scuba dive’s with Read More

Pressure Ulcers Cost U.S. Healthcare $10.2 Billion and Contribute to Nearly 29,000 Hospital Deaths Each Year

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Pressure ulcers present a problem to many patients. (NAPS) Posted: Friday, April 5, 2019 6:44 am | Updated: 2:30 am, Tue Apr 9, 2019. By NAPS,  North American Precis Syndicate But new technology can dramatically curb the pressure ulcer pandemic by Margaret Doucette, D.O. (NAPSI)—American healthcare, renowned for pioneering new technology to save Read More

Inspirational People in Wheelchairs To Follow On Social Media

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With the use and the popularity of social media, it is here to stay! This post will list some of the inspirational and influential people in wheelchairs to follow on social media to encourage you to succeed. You have the opportunity to follow everyone from athletes, disability advocates, TV celebrities, Read More

Beating bedsores: Researchers working on 3D method to aid treatment

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Technology could help Vets with spinal cord injury  Posted onWednesday, April 24, 2019 10:27 am Posted in Research by Michael Richman  662 views Above: Researcher Dr. Matthew Peterson and nurse Trina Dickert use an experimental new automated system for measuring bedsores, or pressure ulcers—a common problem for Veterans with spinal cord injury, as well as Read More

Flying With A Service Dog

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Tips for Flying With a Large Service Dog or Large Pet  It can be stressful as a pet parent when we have to fly with a large dog in the cargo hold. However, to ensure your dog’s safety, we’ve compiled some tips and precautions you can use to make your Read More

Common pressure ulcer prevention practice is “torturous” and could lead to early death, new study finds

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The practice of two-hourly repositioning of patients in care facilities to prevent pressure ulcers could be causing more problems than it solves, research from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Australia has revealed. According to the university, physically repositioning patients does not prevent pressure sores and can cause Read More

The Cost Of Wheelchairs

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Wheelchairs vary almost as much as the individuals who require them. Though the cost can be significant, the chairs can provide mobility and independence. Be sure to talk to a doctor before purchasing a wheelchair, for help deciding what type of chair is best. Typical costs: A standard, manual wheelchair Read More

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