How Much Weight Does a Child Really Bear in a Standing Frame? Understanding how much weight a child truly bears in a standing frame is key to making informed clinical decisions. Whether the goal is bone health, joint alignment, or postural control, the angle of the standing frame makes a measurable difference – but perhaps not in the way many assume. This blog reviews the physics behind weight bearing in standing frames, explains how gravity and angle interact, and highlights what this means for safe, effective standing therapy. 2025-12-15 Keep Reading
Ken's Journey to Safer Hygiene and Mobility Using the Nuprodx MC6000 Mobile Tub Slider Living at home in San Jose with his wife Paula, Ken faced the daily challenges that came with his diagnoses of severe arthritis, spinal stenosis, and overall muscle weakness. Once independent and mobile, he now required assistance for most ADL tasks, such as transfers, bathing, and dressing. As his condition progressed, even basic tasks like showering and toileting became not only difficult, but dangerous. 2025-11-17 Keep Reading
Preserving Shoulder Health and Preventing Repetitive Strain Injury with the Empulse M90 Power Assist Zac was injured in a car accident when he was 19 years old, resulting in an incomplete C 5-6 spinal cord injury. Now in his 30s, Zac has been using a manual wheelchair and states that he feels the stress on his shoulders when he is rolling up a ramp or moving over rough terrain. 2025-11-13 Keep Reading
Empulse R90 Tackles Long Distances and Preserves the Upper Extremities An active rider constantly propels their wheelchair over various terrains and distances throughout the day, increasing the potential for repetitive strain injury to the shoulders, elbows, and wrists. Power assist devices for wheelchairs provide a method to reduce push strokes, increase efficiency, save energy, and protect the shoulders. The goal of reducing those strokes takes on new meaning when the Empulse R90 is put into practice for an active rider who is also a competitive athlete. 2025-09-30 Keep Reading
Power Seat Elevation Benefits Jenny's story is a powerful testament to how advanced wheelchair technologies can transform daily life ‐ promoting independence, safety, and overall quality of life for power wheelchair riders. 2025-08-25 Keep Reading
