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NEW ISSUE

 

Jaimen Hudson: Quad Drone Photographer
Ten years ago, Jaimen Hudson was looking for a way to reconnect with the ocean around his Western Australia home. He picked up an early-model drone, took some aerial shots while sitting on the beach, and was blown away by the perspective. Read how Hudson parlayed a natural eye for camera angles, a lot of hard work and a little luck into a thriving career as a wildlife photographer and videographer.

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PRODUCTS


Springrose Easy-On Mobility Bra: Reviewed
This adaptive bra is designed to be easier to put on and adjust than typical bras, without compromising on fashion. C6 quad Cheryl Angelelli finds that it lives up to most of its promises, with adaptive features that don’t affect look or comfort. 

 

 

 

Phoenix i is the First Wheelchair with Integrated Power Assist

The Phoenix i’s curving carbon fiber frame looks futuristic, but the real advancement lies in the casters, which give a power-assist boost to pull you along as you push the rear wheels. Providing power assist through the casters offers a number of performance advantages over other power assists, and the whole setup is light enough to lift into your car. Click the link for more info on how it works, how much it costs and how to get it.

 


 

SPONSORED CONTENT


Discover Easy to Use LoFric Origo Catheters for Men
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For more than three decades, New Mobility has published groundbreaking content for active wheelchair users. We share practical advice from wheelchair users across the country, review life-changing technology and demand equity in healthcare, travel and all facets of life. But none of this is cheap, easy or profitable. Your support helps us give wheelchair users the resources to build a fulfilling life.

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HUMOR

 

 

The Inaccessible Path to Enlightenment

Power wheelchair user Nickole Cheron grew up Christian before turning eastward for spirituality as an adult. Searching for an inclusive path to enlightenment, she attended a silent Vipassana meditation retreat in rural Canada. Turns out you can find ableism anywhere. Read how Cheron found her awakening, just not in the way she expected.

 

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Mastering Everyday Transfers

Transferring to and from your wheelchair is one of the foundational independent-living skills for wheelchair users. Strength, flexibility and physical function all play roles in transfers, but solid techniques can help you do more with less, while keeping your shoulders and skin safe for the long haul. These videos show good transfer technique for two of the most basic and common everyday transfers.




 

United Spinal logoNew Mobility is the member publication of United Spinal Association, whose mission is to improve quality of life of people with spinal cord injuries and disorders. It's free to join United Spinal, and members may receive New Mobility magazine for free for one year. Join here.
 

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