Products
Two New Permobil Wheelchairs Update Popular Manual Models
Permobil has introduced new rigid and folding aluminum-framed manual wheelchairs — the TiLite Z and TiLite X — to replace its popular Aero Z and Aero X models. Both chairs aim to offer low weight, durability and adjustability in a package likely to be approved by most insurance providers.
Media
Wheelchair User in Hollywood Blockbuster Wicked
Wicked is one of the most beloved musicals of our time, but many disabled actors have long been bothered by the fact that they have been left out of the casting for a wheelchair-using character. While Nessarose uses a wheelchair in the Tony-Award-winning musical, eventually she can walk when her sister Elphaba casts a spell on her shoes. Now, in the major motion picture adaptation of Wicked premiering this Friday, Marissa Bode becomes the first wheelchair user to play Nessarose.
Daruma Isn’t Your Typical Disability Film
A new movie executive-produced by Oscar winner Peter Farrelly bills itself as “the first film in U.S. cinematic history to star two authentically cast disabled leads in a narrative not about overcoming disability.” Daruma tells the story of Patrick, a wheelchair user who enlists the help of his cantankerous neighbor Robert, a double-arm amputee, to transport the 4-year-old daughter he never knew he had, to live with her maternal grandparents on the other side of the country.
Pro Tips
Dealing with Spasticity
Spasms are a weird balancing act for many wheelchair users: simultaneously irritating and inconvenient while also occasionally useful. The trick is finding a management routine that maintains the balance you need to live your life to the fullest. Here are tips from other wheelchair users, treatment advice from United Spinal’s resource center and our favorite articles and videos that offer valuable perspective on managing your spasticity.
How to Fly as a Power Wheelchair User
For wheelchair users planning to fly during the upcoming holiday travel season, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by everything that’s out of your control. Power wheelchair user Ben LeClair shares his tips to help things go more smoothly, including removing easily breakable components from your chair and taking charge of your transfers. While you’re watching, subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with our latest product reviews and how-to videos.
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