New Mobility, New Wheelchairs

 

March 5, 2025 - View in browser

PRODUCTS The Bowhead Era Aims to Redefine Manual Wheelchairs Bowhead, a company best known for its adaptive mountain bikes, has released its first wheelchair. The Era features a molded carbon fiber frame and a host of innovations — including an adjustable width frame and a quick release seating system, among others —  designed to make the Era more versatile and adaptable than any other manual wheelchair on the market. Reviewing the iReach Mouthstick Stylus The iReach Mouthstick Stylus has a carbon fiber bite plate with an aluminum stylus rod and a touchscreen-functional tip. It weighs barely an ounce to help ease stress on your teeth, jaw and neck. John Beer writes that it's “a finely made tool that feels built for the long haul.” Read his full review. COMIC Please Remain Seated: Parking for People Who Can Run SPONSORED CONTENT   Smoothest Ride, Unmatched Comfort—Experience Rollx Vans! Rollx Vans is the only wheelchair van manufacturer that retains Chrysler’s dual dampening suspension, ensuring a ride that's smoother, more stable, and free from harsh bumps. Designed for ultimate comfort and control, our accessible vans redefine mobility. Experience the Rollx Difference—where innovation meets independence. Get ready for a better, smoother journey today! More is Possible: The MÁS Offers a New Kind of Activity-Based Therapy The MÁS, a new addition to the paralysis rehab toolkit, offers a multifunctional system that supports natural biomechanics and ground interaction. Developed through extensive clinical collaboration, it enhances patient fitness and well-being, leading to significant improvement in mobility in some cases. Now globally available, the MÁS offers a fresh take on activity-based therapy. PEOPLE Day in the Life: Neurosurgeon Jesse Lawrence Jesse Lawrence was in medical school when he observed a 14-hour surgery to remove a brain tumor. “It was so amazing that I stayed for the entire surgery,” he says. Lawrence knew then that neurosurgery was what he wanted to do with his life. See how he gets through his long days at the hospital with the custom standing wheelchair he uses to for surgery and how patients react to having a disabled surgeon. TRAVEL An Accessible 48 Hours in Montreal Montreal is less than 30 miles away from the U.S. border, but this French-speaking city with an old-world vibe can feel like a world away. Power wheelchair user Sylvia Longmire shares her 48-hour itinerary, including her favorite hotel and accessible attractions like the stunning Notre Dame Basilica and the engaging Insectarium and Botanical Gardens. SPONSORED CONTENT   Your Experience Matters — Join Our Wheelchair Survey We are a wheelchair manufacturer dedicated to improving mobility. Your experience is invaluable in shaping our next-generation designs. Please take our survey and help us create wheelchairs that truly meet your needs. Thank you for your support!

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