- By Jim Stephenson
- Jul 01, 2010
Consumer Survey
Consumers on: Assistive Technology, Where They Bought It, How They Like It...& What They Think of This Industry
- By Laurie Watanabe
- Jun 01, 2010
Understanding the Unique Clinical, Accessibility & Funding Challenges
When creating bariatric seating & mobility systems, it’s not just a case of bigger being better…or clinically appropriate. Here’s why this patient population can benefit from customized solutions.
- By Laurie Watanabe
- Jun 01, 2010
Beds & Support Surfaces
A primer on how to choose the right products to sell and service.
- By Laurie Watanabe
- May 01, 2010
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis — aka, Lou Gehrig’s Disease — has no cure, but its unpredictability, varying types of progression and widely differing presentations challenge providers to provide customized, timely solutions.
- By Laurie Watanabe
- May 01, 2010
Seating and Positioning Series
The Physics & Benefits of Standing for Wheelchair Users
The act of being upright, to stand or to gait train, can offer a range of physical, cognitive, social and emotional benefits. Here’s why.
- By Laurie Watanabe
- Apr 01, 2010
- By Laurie Watanabe
- Apr 01, 2010
AT Research
- By Laurie Watanabe
- Apr 01, 2010
Clash of the Titans
For Ultralightweight Chair Users, Is There a Clear Winner?
It’s the clash of the titans: Which metal is the better choice for ultralightweight manual chair performance and design? Is there a clear winner? And how do funding sources weigh in?
- By Laurie Watanabe
- Mar 01, 2010
Pediatric Focus:
Understanding the Impact & Choosing Mobility Solutions that Fit the Whole Child
It’s the most common permanently disabling birth defect in the United States, but early intervention can contribute to maximizing kids’ independence.
- By Laurie Watanabe
- Mar 01, 2010
Why Achieving Functional Posture Can Impact a Client’s Entire Life
Positioning affects much more than mobility: It can have an impact on breathing, digestion and cognitive and social development.
- By Laurie Watanabe
- Mar 01, 2010
Seating and Positioning Series
From the mechanics of tilt to the evolution of tilt designs and the clinical support it offers, experts discuss which seating & mobility clients can benefit from this positioning option.
- By Laurie Watanabe
- Feb 01, 2010
How has the adaptive automotive segment fared in the last year? And what’s up next? PLUS: Q&A with NMEDA CEO David Hubbard, and an Auto Access Marketplace.
Our annual technology pictorial features the latest seating, mobility, positioning and accessibility products for the new year.
The results of a rehab survey that examines how and why you buy.