Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, is a progressive neurodegenerative disease affecting a person’s brain and spinal cord, causing it to lose connection with their muscles, slowly taking away their ability to walk, talk, eat, and eventually breathe. More commonly diagnosed among military veterans, this degenerative disease has an average life expectancy of two to five years and can affect anyone, anywhere, anytime. Unfortunately, no one knows what causes ALS or why it is m

Rehab Medical, one of the nation’s leading providers of complex rehab technology (CRT), announced that Patrick Taylor, the company’s regional sales director for the west region, was awarded WTWH Healthcare’s Future Leaders in Complex Rehab Technology Award. This award recognizes exceptional professionals aged 40 and under who are shaping the future of healthcare, including the seating and custom mobility industry. Recipients were selected based on three leadership characteris

Rehab Medical, one of the nation’s leading providers of complex rehab technology (CRT), announced that Dejon Gary, the company’s regional sales director for the Great Lakes, was awarded WTWH Healthcare’s Future Leaders in Complex Rehab Technology Award. This award recognizes exceptional professionals aged 40 and under who are shaping the future of healthcare, including the seating and custom mobility industry. Recipients were selected based on three leadership characteristics

A stroke can change life suddenly. Routine tasks such as walking across a room, standing to prepare a meal, or spending time with family may start to feel physically exhausting or unsafe. Medical treatment often can help stabilize and recover brain functions; however, others have difficulty regaining their mobility, impacting their quality of life. Supportive mobility solutions like custom wheelchairs can play an important role in helping individuals manage post-stroke limita

In honor of National Inventors’ Month, we’re shedding light on the pioneers who paved the way for mobility freedom. In this article, we dive into inventors like Frank E. Fithen, who invented the first adaptive equipment; George J. Klein, who was the first to mass-produce the electric wheelchair; Allan R. Thieme, who invented the first mobility scooter; and Rory Cooper, who changed the way manual wheelchairs were self-propelled. Frank E. Fithen Paves the Way for Adaptive Equip

Stepping into a power mobility device (PMD) evaluation is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a patient’s independence and quality of life. While there are regulations to understand, clinical details to capture, and documentation requirements to follow, the process becomes more manageable when you know what to look for. This article outlines the standards of medical necessity justification for payers, especially Medicare. Meeting documentation standards

Caring for a child with Cerebral Palsy (CP) often means navigating a world filled with complex medical decisions, evolving developmental needs, and a deep desire to help your child thrive. Parents quickly learn that every child’s experience with CP is unique, shaped by their specific motor challenges, strengths, and goals. Yet amid these differences, there is one constant: the right support can provide comfort, confidence, and independence. Customized mobility solutions, part

Modern accessibility has expanded far beyond the traditional minivan. Today’s transportation market offers a wide range of vehicles that can be professionally converted for wheelchair access, often without sacrificing seating, style, or performance. These conversions include non‑intrusive, crash‑tested ramps or lift systems designed to blend seamlessly. Thanks to advances in mobility engineering, accessible conversions are now available on SUVs, crossovers, pickup trucks, and

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, and contributing factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, inadequate nutrition, and physical inactivity continue to rise. While medical treatment addresses the underlying condition, many people living with heart disease experience symptoms such as debilitating fatigue, shortness of breath, and reduced stamina that can make everyday activities more challenging. For some individuals,