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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.


How Complex Rehab Technology Wheelchairs Improve Safety and Independence
If you currently use a standard wheelchair or power scooter, you may may wonder whether upgrading is necessary. For individuals with significant mobility limitations, complex rehab technology (CRT) wheelchairs—medically necessary wheelchairs that require a thorough evaluation by a certified Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) due to it's highly customizable features—can significantly improve their safety, comfort, independence, and long-term health compared to standard mo

Rehab Medical
Jun 172 min read


Rehab Medical Honors Adaptive Mobility Equipment Pioneers
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

Rehab Medical
May 45 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

Rehab Medical
Jan 304 min read


Switching Insurance During a 13-month Rental Period? Here’s How It Could Affect Your Equipment Coverage
When it comes to mobility equipment covered by insurance, timing matters more than most people realize. If you’re thinking about changing insurance plans during a rental period, it’s important to know how the switch could impact your current wheelchair order . Many patients are surprised to learn that switching plans mid-rental can pause, restart, change, or remove coverage for equipment that may have already been approved by their previous insurance. The goal of this guide i

Rehab Medical
Nov 7, 20252 min read


Travel Made Easy with Wheelchair-Accessible Google Maps
In just a few months spring will be here and we'll be looking towards warmer weather and blue skies. This also means making vacation and...

Rehab Medical
Jan 23, 20252 min read


10 Tips to Prevent Wheelchair Rust and Damage
The winter season is upon us and that means colder temperatures and increased moisture in the air. For wheelchair users, exposure to...

Rehab Medical
Jan 14, 20254 min read


What Should I Do with My Old Wheelchair?
Whether you upgrade your wheelchair once every five years, have a change in condition, a child that has outgrown their equipment, or a...

Rehab Medical
Nov 11, 20243 min read


Care Tips to Maximize the Life of Your Power Wheelchair
Getting the most use out of your power wheelchair generally comes down to keeping it maintained and in good condition. The good news is a...

Rehab Medical
Jul 1, 20242 min read


How to Garden from a Wheelchair
Original article featured on The Day Gardening is a wonderful activity that people from all walks of life enjoy. A garden full of fresh...

Rehab Medical
May 23, 20243 min read


Tips on Preparing Your Wheelchair for Snow and Ice
Winter is here and while that brings things like cozy atmospheres, warm socks, hot cocoa, and snowfall in some northern territories, it...

Rehab Medical
Feb 21, 20244 min read


CRT Wheelchairs vs Standard Wheelchairs
Complex Rehab wheelchairs are individually configured to meet the specific needs of people with permanent disabilities and are vital to a...

Rehab Medical
Jan 9, 20191 min read
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