Walkers

Walker Squawker Aims to Bring Joy and Companionship to Every Step

The Walker Squawker -- an animatronic bird designed to perch playfully atop of walking devices -- is now available from Ageless Innovation.

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Brain-Controlled Muscle Stimulation Helps SCI Patients to Walk

Two patients with paraplegia regained the ability to walk with minimal assistance, through the employment of a fully non-invasive brain-machine interface that does not require the use of any invasive spinal cord surgical procedure, according to a study in Scientific Reports.

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Enhancing Pediatric Participation

Assistive technology ripples out to mobility, standing, and beyond to help children engage at home and in the community. A feature for the April 2018 issue of Rehab Management by Jenna L. Anderson, PT, DPT.

Promotion of Gait Through Technology

by Debbie Overman | Jan 11, 2017 | Body Weight Support Systems, Canes, Gait & Balance, Stroke, Walkers

Outcomes and safety improve as therapists embrace equipment and develop a culture of technology. An exclusive feature from Rehab Management.

Capital Expenditures Perspective

by Debbie Overman | Jan 4, 2017 | Spinal Cord Injury, Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury, Treadmills, Walkers

Rehab facility managers share with Rehab Management their capital equipment purchase decisions for the upcoming year.

When Pediatric Weight-Bearing Takes a Stand

by Debbie Overman | Sep 21, 2016 | Assistive Devices, Cerebral Palsy, Conditions, Gait & Balance, Gait Trainers, Hardware, Head, Arm & Foot Rests, Mobility, Neurological, Positioning Accessories, Scoliosis, Standing Systems, Strollers, Walkers

Mobility technologies for children provide exciting and beneficial options, but require careful consideration. A feature for Rehab Management by Jean Murby, PT, PCS; Christa Rocco, DPT; Kristen Lally, DPT; Marianna DiMaggio, DPT; and Stacey Zalanowski, DPT.

Rising Preference for Electric Wheelchairs Propelling Personal Mobility Devices Market

by Debbie Overman | Sep 5, 2016 | Canes, Walkers

The mobility devices market is estimated to reach $14.6 billion by 2024, according to a market report by transparency market research.

Mobility Aids and Transportation Equipment Market Estimated at $7.8 Billion By 2021

by Debbie Overman | Apr 26, 2016 | Canes, Stroke, Walkers

Motorized wheelchairs will grow fastest in a global market value poised to reach $7.8 billion by 2021, according to a new report from IndustryARC.

Mobility: More Than Physical

by Debbie Overman | Mar 22, 2016 | Assistive Devices, Cerebral Palsy, Control Systems, Custom Seating, Gait & Balance, Gait Trainers, Hardware, Head, Arm & Foot Rests, Manual Wheelchairs, Mobility, Positioning Accessories, Power Wheelchairs, Seating & Positioning, Spinal Cord Injury, Standing Systems, Stroke, Strollers, Walkers

Matching pediatric mobility equipment to a young user’s needs requires not only understanding physical ability, but possessing a clear view of cognitive function and the desire to move. An exclusive Rehab Management clinical feature.

SpinLife Offers Latest Product Catalog

by Debbie Overman | Mar 12, 2016 | Lifts, Manual Wheelchairs, Mobility, Power Wheelchairs, Walkers

The latest edition of the SpinLife quarterly catalog will be available in early April, according to the company.

Arizona-Based Advocates for American Disabled Individuals Opens Its Doors

by Debbie Overman | Mar 8, 2016 | Walkers

Formed in January 2016, Advocates for American Disabled Individuals (AADI) seeks Arizona-residing individuals with disabilities who are experiencing discrimination or general hardships. The organization opens its doors to help them.