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Sit anywhere with the Chairless Chair
Have you ever been in a situation where you needed to sit but chairs weren’t available? Like if you’re waiting in a seemingly endless line to get tickets to your favorite show? Individuals on foot oftentimes need to take breaks from standing as a precaution for their health. Physical strain, repetitive movements and poor posture may lead to conditions […]
Introducing the ultimate off-road wheelchair: The HexHog
I cannot count how many times an individual has asked me regarding my power wheelchair: “Does that thing go off-roading?!” Each time I am asked this, I politely chuckle and smile, wishing my chair could withstand rough terrain. Although my chair is able to handle some bumpy terrain, it is not designed to maneuver through mud, water, […]
Achieving Greatness through Power Soccer
While reflecting on youth, oftentimes one will reminisce the warm days of summer and kicking or throwing a ball around with friends. Some even threw or kicked a ball outside of their driveway while competing in local baseball, basketball or soccer teams. According to recent statistics, 35 million children (ages 5-18) play some form of organized sport. Why are so many children involved in […]
Tales of 3D printing and tailor-made accommodations
Take a moment to reflect on how many times a day you encounter the following: pencils and pens, eating utensils, drinking glasses, doorknobs, phones and more. Have you ever questioned the design of any of these? Few people would challenge the design due to their prevalence. Why question the design of a fork, when it’s […]
Action Trackchair: Making the Outdoors Accessible
After a long, harsh winter, spring has finally arrived with summer just around the corner. For individuals with mobility impairments, the winter may have been a big challenge due to the lack of maneuverability in the snow; now that the white, frigid blanket of snow has melted thus revealing the ground beneath, the frustrations for […]