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2024 Holiday Gift Guide for Wheelchair Users


illustration of male manual wheelchair user in robe. He is sitting in front of a Christmas tree. holding a soccer ball with an unwrapped present box on the floor.

This year’s holiday gift guide features the products that New Mobility staff and contributors can’t live without. We have gifts at a variety of price ranges — from $25 and under, to $100 and under, to bigger purchases that are $100 or more.

Gifts Under $25  

I keep a small pack in my bag wherever I go in case of emergency. Tie up a loose cord, make a zipper quad-friendly, hold together a broken chair part — you name it, they can handle it. $6  

Ian Ruder, New Mobility Editor-in-Chief  

  

Fabrifoam  

A quad-friendly, easy-access strap for any weak grip. Whether it is strapping something to my lap, or sticks to my hands for cardio-drumming, Fabrifoam works wonders. $10+  

Jen French, Contributor  

 RMS 26-Inch Soft-Grip Folding Grabber  

A female power wheelchair user uses a grabber to retrieve a cushion from atop a chair.
Sylvia Longmire uses a folding grabber for a variety of tasks around the house and while traveling.

I never travel anywhere without this folding grabber. It fits easily in my carry-on suitcase or backpack and is great for picking things up off the floor and reaching light switches and items on shelves. $16  

Sylvia Longmire, Travel Contributor  

  

Zippered Compression Socks  

We know compression socks are good to wear but are a pain in the ass to get on. The zipper makes it so much easier and avoids medical suppliers. $10+  

Jen French, Contributor  

  

product photo of three bottle of hot sauce, each labeled "Crippling hot Sauce"

Crippling Hot Sauce   

For those who like some heat, while supporting a wheelchair-using entrepreneur with CP. $10  

Teal Sherer, New Mobility Social Media Director  

  

Luminara Remote Flameless Candles   

I love the cozy glow of a candlelit room, but as a quad, I don’t mess with matches. Luminara makes the best flameless candles I’ve found, many of which can be controlled by a single remote. $25+  

Jenny Smith, Contributor  

  

Gifts Under $100  

Camelbak Fusion Reservoir  

Easy access to abundant water is a must for staving off UTIs, maintaining bowel health and staying hydrated. The new zipper-based Fusion reservoirs are a huge upgrade — easier to fill and clean than the traditional models. $55  

Ian Ruder, New Mobility Editor-in-Chief  

  

product photo of black full finger gloves with gray striped palm.
In wet weather, the right pair of gloves can make all the difference.

Wet Weather Gloves 

I love the Giro Xnetic H2O Cycling Gloves when it’s raining or wet. They stay warm even when wet, and dry quickly. $37  

Mat Barton, Cartoonist/Illustrator  

  

GoFit Muscle Massage Hook  

This contraption helps massage knots out of tight traps and other muscles. Even as a quad, I can get a good amount of pressure into the knots with its design. $35  

Jenny Smith, Contributor  

  

TOLOCO Massage Gun  

I use this for my sore shoulders and arms (especially after I’ve done a lot of pushing) and tight back muscles and hip flexors. $40  

Teal Sherer, New Mobility Social Media Director   

  

Billy Footwear  

With stylish, comfortable shoes designed by a quad for people with limited hand function, Billy offers plenty of great designs to keep your feet looking good. Read full review. $45+  

Mike Franz, Contributor  

  

Braun Epilator Silk-epil 3 3-270, Hair Removal Device  

As a quad, I needed help shaving my legs until I discovered an epilator. An epilator pulls hair from the root with its miniature tweezers. Sitting in bed, I can “shave” my legs without assistance. $40  

Jenny Smith, Contributor  

  

Big Gifts (Over $100)  

Sierra Comfort Low-Level Portable Massage Table  

This table is low enough that I can transfer directly over from my chair, and it gives a more solid surface than a bed for yoga and stretching. It’s pretty lightweight, so if I need to fold it up and push it into a corner, I can do it on my own. $249  

Regan Linton, Contributor  

  

man with limited grip cutting cucumber with an adaptive knife.
Mike Franz says Active Hands knives are the best adaptive knives he’s ever used.

Active Hands Kitchen Pack Deluxe   

Any adaptive device that makes cooking easier is worth its weight in gold. The Deluxe Set offers good savings over buying the 10 items separately. Read full review. $110  

Mike Franz, Contributor  

  

Vicair AllRounder O2 Cushion  

A great way to protect your butt outside of the wheelchair. If you have sensation, it is comfortable too. Read full review. $247  

Jen French, Contributor  

  

Push Lox    

They can be pricey but you will never buy another set of brakes. The chair will be slightly wider and will wiggle a little but the brakes will not give out during a transfer. (For pricing inquiries, go to the Push Lox website.) 

Jen French, Contributor  


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