Wheelchair Life & Independence
General wheelchair lifestyle and independence information with links to practical wheelchair transportation and WTORS guidance.
The general able-body public perceives wheelchairs as mobility aids strictly for people with no use of their legs. However, that isn’t true. The majority of wheelchair users are ambulatory users, meaning they can walk in some capacity. Like myself, they probably have a chronic illness and may even deal with fluctuating health. Wheelchairs can be […]
Read article about Wheelchair Vs. CrutchesThe life expectancy of the disabled is less than non-disabled members of the population. Although a study in Korea conducted from 2004-2017 found that the disparity is shrinking. In addition, disability is a broad term, and not all disabilities impact a person’s life expectancy to the same degree. For example, wheelchair users have a lower […]
Read article about Life Expectancy Of Wheelchair UsersEveryone deserves to live an independent life, enjoy their experience of the world, and be safe. Sometimes this means using a mobility aid to help you. Around 75 million people in the world use a wheelchair daily—around 1% of the population—but when do you know you must use a wheelchair? If you find your daily […]
Read article about How To Know If You Need A WheelchairSitting has become the new “bad word” in wellness circles. People debate the pros and cons of standing desks, walking desks, trampoline desks, and using stability balls instead of chairs. But hearing sitting being compared to smoking or obesity does little to help a wheelchair user. How long should wheelchair users sit? Will shifting positioning […]
Read article about How Long Should You Sit In A Wheelchair?Wheelchairs are an excellent mobility aid, providing people with freedom of movement. But lack of accessibility does mean there are some distinct drawbacks. For example, most bathroom counters are too high for a wheelchair user. Trying to attend to personal hygiene can be another challenge due to narrow doorways and tight spaces. So how do […]
Read article about How Do Wheelchair Users ShowerYou know, when you’ve got to go, you’ve got to go. But what about wheelchair users who can’t just walk into a narrow toilet cubicle and do their business without a second thought? For wheelchair users, going to the toilet requires planning and often a backup plan. And sometimes the help of someone else. Many […]
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