VGM & Associates has appointed Adam Miller to be its new vice president of government affairs. In a Sept. 4 news announcement, VGM noted that Miller previously served as president of VGM’s Orthotic and Prosthetic Group of America. In his new role, Miller “will spearhead strategic engagement with VGM communities, aligning policy and practice with…
VGM Announces New VP of Government Relations
Briefly: Senate Companion Bill to H.R. 5371 Expected Soon; Paris Closes Paralympics Games
Featuring AAHomecare, Medtrade, and the International Paralympic Committee.
Report: Sen. Marsha Blackburn to Introduce Ultralightweight Upgrade Bill Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) is preparing to introduce a Senate bill “that would restore access to titanium and carbon fiber wheelchairs for Medicare beneficiaries and for individuals covered by plans that follow Medicare policy and coding,” according to a report from the American Association for Homecare…
Briefly: Paralympians in Paris; AI Robot on Sidewalk Patrol
Featuring the 2024 Paralympic Games and Daxbot.
2024 Paralympics Get Underway The summer Paralympic Games are underway in Paris, where hundreds of elite athletes with disabilities will compete in 22 sports. Access Mobility Management’s Paralympics primer for information on how to view the Games and when your favorite sports will be contested. Competition continues through Sept. 8. Dax the Robot Looks for…
Medtrade 2025 to Launch ‘CRT Live’ Showcase for Complex Rehab
The new feature was created to boost Complex Rehab Technology participation.
Medtrade is making changes to attract more Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) exhibitors to its February 2025 event in Dallas. In an Aug. 28 news announcement, Medtrade said it’s created a new feature — CRT Live — to focus on seating and wheeled mobility manufacturers. Among the CRT exhibitors committing to Medtrade’s next show is Rifton,…
Advocates to Lobby for H.R. 5371 at Two September Fly-Ins
Both legislative events will focus on ultralightweight frame upgrades for Medicare beneficiaries.
Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) stakeholders will focus on building Congressional support for H.R. 5371, the Choices for Increased Mobility Act, at two Washington, D.C., fly-ins in September. The Sept. 9-10 legislative event is being led by the American Association for Homecare (AAHomecare). The Sept. 24 fly-in is being hosted by the National Coalition for Assistive…
New Research Examines Mobility Devices, Patient Characteristics of People Reporting Falls
The study used information from the Functional Mobility Assessment and Uniform Dataset Registry.
New research by clinical investigators at the University of Pittsburgh and the University of South Carolina reports on characteristics of people with limited mobility who experienced falls. An Aug. 19 news announcement from U.S. Rehab said the study — Falls in People with Mobility Limitations: A Cross-Sectional Analysis of a U.S. Registry of Assistive Device…
Briefly: ‘Solutions for Every Body’ Microsite Debuts; Ki Mobility to No Longer Offer Permobil Seating Products
Featuring Permobil and Ki Mobility.
Permobil Debuts ‘Solutions for Every Body’ Microsite Permobil’s new “Solutions for Every Body” microsite turns the spotlight on the manufacturer’s seating and positioning solutions. This portion of Permobil’s website focuses on the ROHO and Comfort Company brands of wheelchair seat cushions and backrests. The microsite also provides education on cushion media (foam, air, hybrid designs)…
RESNA to Hold Aug. 22 Certification Pop-Up
The free webinar will discuss the requirements for ATP certification.
The Rehabilitation Engineering & Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA) is hosting a free pop-up meeting to discuss the organization’s certification programs, including the Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) certification. The Zoom meeting is scheduled for 12 noon to 1 p.m. Eastern on Thurs., Aug. 22, and will be presented by Moriah Bocus, RESNA’s membership…
ATLAS Technology Announces New VP of Sales
The new hire is a home medical equipment (HME) industry veteran.
ATLAS Technology’s new vice president of sales is a home medical equipment (HME) industry veteran. In an Aug. 13 news announcement, the business management solutions provider introduced Jason Dillon, who took over the VP of sales position on July 1. “Jason is a highly accomplished professional with a proven track record in sales and leadership…
Briefly: Colin Farrell Launches a Foundation; CP Foundation Updates Research Study Opportunities
Featuring the Colin Farrell Foundation and the Cerebral Palsy Foundation.
Actor Colin Farrell Launches Foundation to Support Adults with Intellectual Disabilities Irish actor Colin Farrell has launched the Colin Farrell Foundation, “committed to transforming the lives of individuals and families living with intellectual disability through education, awareness, advocacy and innovative programs.” In an Aug. 7 announcement, the Oscar-nominated actor launched his foundation’s website, which noted…