Magic Mobility, a Sunrise Medical company since 2018, launches the Magic 360 crossover chair in North America. Magic Mobility, a powered wheelchair company based in Australia, has developed the Magic 360 based on its 25+ year experience with all-terrain wheelchairs and off-road wheelchairs. Magic Mobility has launched a new model that is designed for urban maneuverability and off-road […]
Archives for November 2023
Assessing Cognitive Abilities for Power Mobility Use
John V. Rider PhD, MS, OTR/L MSCS & Kaila Patton, OTD-S Powered mobility can improve the quality-of-life for people with mobility impairments by promoting independence in daily activities, community participation, and social engagement. Powered mobility devices, such as power scooters and wheelchairs, can offer independence to many people who would not otherwise be able to do […]
Sunrise Medical Launches Leckey MyWay+ Gait Trainer
Sunrise Medical has announced the launch of Leckey MyWay+ Gait trainer. The MyWay+ was designed to help children explore and become more independent. The open-frame minimalist design supports children in a standing position to improve their stepping and maximize the opportunities for exploration, participation, and interaction. Further Reading: Sunrise Medical Completes the Acquisition of Ride Designs MyWay+ is tailored […]
How Does Sleep Affect Neurological Disorders?
Neurological disorders – including Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease – cause sleep disturbances that make life extra challenging for people with those conditions. Improving sleep not only helps improve their quality of life; evidence is mounting that good sleep is vital for a healthy brain and may reduce the risk of some neurological disorders, according to […]