Dalhousie University Researchers Seek Input on Rear Anti-Tip Devices Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is looking for feedback from English-speaking wheelchair service providers, manual wheelchair riders, and caregivers of manual wheelchair riders. The subject: rear anti-tip devices for manual wheelchairs and “your opinion on the usefulness of a new design.” In a social media…
Briefly: Survey Seeks Input on Rear Anti-Tips; Bryan Anderson Honored with Statue
Sunrise Medical Announces New Colors for Manual Wheelchairs, JAY Backs
The new palette launched May 12; discontinued colors will continue to be available for spare parts for five years.
Sunrise Medical has updated its color choices for QUICKIE adult manual wheelchairs, ZIPPIE pediatric manual wheelchairs, and JAY backs. The new palette will be available across the manufacturer’s North American, European, and Asia-Pacific markets, Sunrise Medical said in a May 12 announcement. In introducing the set of 24 color/pattern options, the company said it is…
ISWP Calls for Support Following USAID Funding Cuts
The International Society of Wheelchair Professionals is asking stakeholders to renew memberships and make donations to sustain its programs.
The International Society of Wheelchair Professionals (ISWP) is calling for support following a USAID funding freeze by the Trump administration. “We need your support,” an ISWP LinkedIn post said on April 15. “Due to changes in U.S. foreign aid funding, our major source of revenue from a grant has been unexpectedly terminated, putting our mission…
Ki Mobility Names New President of Mobility North America
Co-founder Doug Munsey is transitioning to “partial retirement,” an announcement said.
Ki Mobility has named a new president of mobility North America, as its co-founder/President Doug Munsey transitions into “partial retirement.” “We are pleased to welcome Charlie Covert as our new president of mobility North America, effective January 6,” the Stevens Point, Wisconsin-based manufacturer said in a Dec. 23 bulletin. “Charlie joins Etac and Ki with…
Yamaha to Launch JWG-1 Power Unit in 2025
The rollout will begin in Japan in January and progress to the American market in the fall.
Invacare Corp. Wins WebAwards for Move for Mobility Campaign
The campaign was on behalf of Free Wheelchair Mission.
Invacare Corp.’s Move for Mobility campaign is now an award winner. The Move for Mobility project — held in May in collaboration with Free Wheelchair Mission — won two 2024 WebAwards in the categories of “Medical Standard of Excellence” and “Nonprofit Standard of Excellence.” In total, the 425 Invacare employees participating in Move for Mobility…
Ki Mobility Adds PRATIKO Automatic Braking System to Catalyst Line
The anti-rollback system is installed under the wheelchair’s seat.
Ki Mobility has added the PRATIKO automatic braking system to its Catalyst line of manual wheelchairs. In a July 15 bulletin, Ki Mobility said, “We know safety is paramount. We’re excited to introduce the PRATIKO Anti-Rollback System, now available across the Catalyst range. This innovative system automatically locks the wheels when the user stands, reducing…
Briefly: Ki Mobility Expands Color Choices; ISS 2025 Calls for Abstracts
Featuring Ki Mobility and the International Seating Symposium.
Ki Mobility Updates Color Options for Manual Wheelchairs Ki Mobility has “refreshed” its series of color options for its manual wheelchairs. In a July 15 announcement, Ki Mobility described the new colors as “ultra-durable,” diverse and sophisticated “to suit all tastes.” For a limited time, the manufacturer is offering to add an optional accent color…
DME MACs to Allow More Flexibility for MWC Home Assessments
Starting in July, “indirect” home assessments will be allowed for Medicare manual wheelchair claims.
The Durable Medical Equipment Medicare Administrative Contractors (DME MACs) have revised their home assessment requirement for manual wheelchairs provided to Medicare beneficiaries. Starting July 1, 2024, the DME MACs will allow home assessments to be “indirectly” obtained by the supplier who is providing the manual wheelchair. The DME MACs plan to remove the following from…
Tennessee House and Senate Pass CRT Preventive Maintenance Bill
The new legislation also addresses consumers’ right to repair and providers’ service requirements.
The Tennessee House of Representatives has unanimously passed HB 2147, a bill governing maintenance and repair policies for Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) wheelchairs. An April 25 bulletin from the American Association for Homecare (AAHomecare) noted that the House’s passage clears the way for Gov. Bill Lee to sign the measure into law. AAHomecare added that…