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With each passing year new developments in technology help pave the way for people to live more efficient and independent lives. But with that expanded efficiency and independence often come challenges, especially as it pertains to accessibility. That is why it is important to take a look at how technology advances and trends benefit everyone, Read more…
For many people technology is simply a convenience. But, for people living with disabilities, technology can mean the difference between dependability and independence. Whether this is smart home technology that helps wheelchair users get around the house to complete everyday tasks or a change in transportation technology, brand new technology is a game changer for Read more…
There is no simple answer to the question if future technology will eventually replace conversion vans. With technology pushing us further than ever before, we know that it will continue to propel the automotive industry to places its never been. One automotive technology advancement that you have probably read a lot about in the news, Read more…
Technology. Nothing in this world changes as fast as technology does. With each passing day, technology is propelling us toward a different, better and more advanced tomorrow. The same can be said for accessibility. Each passing day brings us closer to more and more independence for wheelchair users. When you have been in the wheelchair Read more…
With 2017 coming to a close, everyone has begun to look ahead to the new year. 2017 was an exciting year for technology, and 2018 promises to be even more interesting. While nobody knows exactly what the future of wheelchair accessible vans looks like, signs have pointed towards a couple promising trends. Although some of Read more…
When a person with disabilities decides it’s time to hit the road, there are no physical limitations to his or her journey. Relatively inexpensive hand controls for disabled drivers have made it easier than ever to get behind the wheel. For people with physical disabilities, the top concern before getting behind the wheel is how Read more…
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have unveiled a new electric wheelchair model that has one unique perk: the ability to pilot itself. As automation technology continues to advance, it’s no surprise that it has begun to creep into the accessibility world. We are excited for the day that we will be Read more…
Just this week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced their approval of a new pharmaceutical drug that could significantly change the lives of those affected by Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). The new drug, named deflazacort, is a steroid-based medication that has been shown to improve muscle function in people with DMD. With consistent Read more…
Winter is a great time to get a new pair of gloves, but for the wheelchair-using community, gloves are more than something that keep a person’s hands warm. They are a source of comfort for the very way a wheelchair user moves. Constant contact with the wheels of a chair can result in pain Read more…
Students at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), lead by Assistant Professor Amos Winter, have designed and created a new wheelchair inspired by and made with parts of mountain bikes. The wheelchair, initially designed for use in developing countries around the world, is now available in the United States, and people in the disability community Read more…