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NPIAP Seeks Input on Guideline App

New app makes pressure injury guidelines easily transportable.

Mark Schmeler: New “Participatory” Survey Seeks Input from All Wheelchair Stakeholders

Research project is examining many current factors, including policy, funding, and wheelchair provision.

NCART Position Paper: Make CRT Telehealth Option Permanent

Position paper addresses the future of telehealth option for seating and mobility OTs and PTs working with Medicare beneficiaries.

Permobil Announces Key Sustainability Focus Areas

CRT manufacturer lays out priorities that would benefit all stakeholders.

New Survey: Does Wheelchair Policy Align with Needs of Consumers, Funding Sources & Providers?

University of Pittsburgh survey is part of a Disability and Rehabilitation Research Project.

Study Will Examine the Benefits of RaceRunning for Kids with CP

University of South Australia will examine how the sport can impact mobility and mental health.

Study: Saliva Test Can Detect SMA

Researchers say this new non-invasive test for spinal muscular atrophy could be performed in everyday locations.

Unite4CRT Announces Creation of Focus Groups

First focus group is targeting Medicare's controversial "in the home" coverage rule.

Permobil’s Explorer Mini Honored by TIME

The power device for young children provides "on-time" mobility to facilitate development.

Study: Disposable Masks Can Be Decontaminated at Home

New research could help ease PPE shortages now and in future outbreaks.



Come Roll with Me Hosts Event for DPT & MD Students

Navigating the world from a wheelchair can be an educational revelation.

Q’STRAINT Debuts All-in-One Wheelchair Securement Station

New system was introduced at November CTAA and APTA events.

NSM Adds ATPs in Key Markets

National Seating & Mobility says adding veteran ATPs is an investment in resources.

Permobil Commemorates 10,000 Connected Power Chairs

Connected power chairs use the Internet to communicate with consumers and service technicians.

NSM Continues Mobility & Accessibility Expansion

Latest National Seating & Mobility acquisition expands the provider's presence in Florida.

VMI Signs Partnership with FR Conversions

New agreement expands the retail wheelchair-accessible vehicle lineup available to VMI dealers.

Ability Members Group Adds Three Ontario Locations

Canadian provider network continues its rapid growth.

Permobil Announces Panthera Acquisition

The addition of this Swedish manufacturer will expand Permobil's ultralightweight wheelchair lineup.

BraunAbility Announces Partnership with NuVinAir

New agreement makes NuVinAir cleaning products available to all BraunAbility dealers.

Commentary: A Bittersweet Week

We might've been in Pittsburgh this week. But I'm still thankful.

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