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Mobility Resource Hub

This hub is designed to provide solutions that eliminate the roadblocks patients may experience while in the process for mobility equipment. It also offers tips, tricks and informative articles that help keep a wheelchair in optimal condition providing reliability and comfort for the user.
Rehab Medical Mobility Resource Hub
Looking for a specific article or help topic that you don't see here? Email us at info@rehabmedical.com and we can either send you a link to a previously published article, or it may be used for future content ideas.


Living with Cerebral Palsy: How a Custom Mobility Solution Can Support Your Child’s Development and Daily Life
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

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Mar 262 min read


When Heart Disease Symptoms Limit Mobility: Wheelchairs Can Support Independence
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,

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Feb 253 min read


Quick-Start Mobility Support Guide for Caregivers
Caring for someone who relies on a mobility device can be both rewarding and overwhelming, especially if you’re navigating the world of wheelchairs, insurance requirements, home modifications, and equipment maintenance for the first time. Each mobility user has unique physical, medical, and environmental needs, and the right equipment can dramatically improve their independence, comfort, and quality of life. This quick‑start guide was created to support caregivers like you. W

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Feb 176 min read


Celebrating Black Innovators Who Shaped the Future of Mobility
At Rehab Medical, our mission has always been to improve lives by helping individuals regain independence through mobility solutions. During Black History Month, we’re proud to honor the Black innovators and advocates whose leadership has shaped accessibility, mobility, and disability rights. Their work continues to inspire our teams, inform our innovation, and guide how we support the patients and communities we serve. Underrepresentation of Race and Disability As a compan

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Feb 173 min read


Rehab Medical Acquires Boomers Medical Equipment, DBA Risch Home Health
Rehab Medical, one of the nation’s leading providers of complex rehab technology (CRT), announced today the acquisition of Boomer Medical Equipment, doing business as Risch Home Health Care, a long-standing home medical equipment provider serving Central Ohio. The acquisition was finalized January 1, 2026, and further strengthens Rehab Medical’s presence and capabilities within the Columbus market. This marked the company’s second acquisition to begin 2026. Risch Home Healt

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Feb 42 min read


What to Do If Your Wheelchair Was Stolen
Finding that your wheelchair has been stolen can be an overwhelming and stressful experience. Beyond the financial loss, a stolen mobility device can disrupt your independence and daily routines. Knowing exactly what steps to take can help restore control during a difficult moment. This guide walks you through the actions to be taken immediately after the theft, what to expect during the replacement process, and practical ways to protect your wheelchair in the future. File a

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Jan 304 min read


Medicare is Making It Easier for Mobility Users to Get a New Wheelchair
If you or a loved one is a mobility user, you understand how getting custom mobility equipment through insurance can be a complex and lengthy process. Between the paperwork, multiple doctor visits, and mobility evaluations from certified seating specialists, it could significantly delay your access to mobility freedom . To make things even more complicated, when you become eligible for an upgrade after five years, Medicare will require you to complete this lengthy process aga

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Dec 10, 20253 min read


How Adjustable Seating and Positioning Systems Benefit Mobility Users
If you or a loved one relies on a custom mobility solution to live independently, things like comfort and positioning aren’t mere conveniences; they’re essential parts of everyday living. Residing in a chair that doesn’t fit your unique needs for long periods of time can lead to poor health, mental decline, and additional mobility limitations. With an adjustable seating and positioning system (ASP), users can customize their chair to easily adapt to their body’s unique needs,

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Nov 19, 20252 min read


Living with Spina Bifida (SBA): How Complex Rehab Technology Can Promote a Brighter Future for Your Child
Have you recently been told your child has Spina Bifida? If so, you’re probably going through a whirlwind of emotions and have lots of...

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Sep 18, 20253 min read


Living with a Spinal Cord Injury (SCI): How Complex Rehab Technology Can Reduce its Neurological Effects
A spinal cord injury (SCI) can drastically change the way a person moves, feels, and lives day-to-day. Globally, more than 15 million...

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Sep 4, 20253 min read


Assisting Loved Ones with Mobility Needs When They Don’t Think They Have a Mobility Issue
Family gatherings can be a great way to reconnect with loved ones, especially if you aren’t able to check in with them regularly....

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Sep 4, 20254 min read


Living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA): How Complex Rehab Technology Helps Combat Its Effects
Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is more than a medical diagnosis; it’s a condition that can significantly change the way a person moves,...

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Aug 15, 20253 min read


Getting a Power Wheelchair? 3 Must-Dos to Avoid Delivery Delays
If you're in the process of getting a custom power wheelchair, you may find it can take weeks—sometimes—months depending on the level of...

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Jul 21, 20253 min read


Developing Tomorrow’s Mobility Experts: Inside Rehab Medical’s ATP Development Program
At Rehab Medical, we are committed to not only improving the lives of the patients we serve but also advancing the careers of...

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Jul 9, 20255 min read


What Differentiates a Complex Rehab Technology Wheelchair from a Standard Mobility Solution
Standard Mobility Solutions The CRT Difference Cost Differentiators Making the Right Choice Mobility aids are essential devices that...

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Jun 5, 20253 min read


What is Complex Rehab Technology and How Does it Impact the Healthcare Industry?
At Rehab Medical, we believe mobility is more than movement, it’s freedom, independence, and quality of life. For individuals facing...

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May 28, 20256 min read


Living with Parkinson's Disease: How a Custom Mobility Solution Can Enhance Safety and Stability
If you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, you might be exploring what options are out there to help maintain safety and stability. One of the most impactful tools for someone with Parkinson’s is a complex rehab technology (CRT) wheelchair , designed to provide customized support, comfort, and adaptability as the disease progresses. In this article, we’ll discuss how a CRT wheelchair can easily adapt to a person's unique needs, giving them con

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Apr 23, 20253 min read


What is Complex Rehab Technology and How Does it Support Those with Mobility Limitations?
What is CRT? Supporting Mobility Who Qualifies? CRT Process Awareness and Action Millions of Americans, no matter their age or medical...

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Apr 21, 20255 min read


How Custom Mobility Solutions Can Improve Quality of Life for Those with Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex neurological condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide, impacting their mobility and...

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Mar 24, 20254 min read


Rehab Medical's Guide to Servicing Your Mobility Equipment
While the goal is to provide top-tier mobility equipment, it’s understood that life happens, and mobility equipment can sometimes fail or...

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Mar 6, 20253 min read
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