Over Hedge and Ditch: Wheelchair Travelling Abroad

When wheelchair users travel, they want to be far away more and more. By now, this is possible in many countries because they are widely accessible. But Andreas Pröve does not need any accessibility. On his journeys he prefers looking for the real big challenges.Over Hedge and Ditch: Wheelchair Travelling Abroad - Read more

Experiencing the World – without Barriers

Curbsides, pebble ways or prone sidewalks – these obstacles can spoil the holiday mood of wheelchair drivers everywhere in the world. But it does not have to be like that. A good planning and maybe even trained company help.Experiencing the World – without Barriers - Read more

Obligation of Transport Must Be Established by Law

Bus and train bring many people from A to B – fast and easy on the environment. However, the public means of transportation keep on hand some incommodities for people with disabilities. That’s why different working groups and institutes exert themselves for more accessibility in public local traffic.Obligation of Transport Must Be Established by Law - Read more

Optimised Clothing for Wheelchair Athletes

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[05/12/2012] Within the framework of a research project, scientists at the Hohenstein Institute in Bönnigheim are aiming to optimise functionality and comfort of sportswear for wheelchair users.Optimised Clothing for Wheelchair Athletes - Read more

Exoskeleton Offers New Degree of Independence

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[28/11/2012] A team of engineers at Vanderbilt University's Center for Intelligent Mechatronics has developed a powered exoskeleton that enables people with severe spinal cord injuries to stand, walk, sit and climb stairs.Exoskeleton Offers New Degree of Independence - Read more

A Better Thought-controlled Computer Cursor

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[23/11/2012] When a paralyzed person imagines moving a limb, cells in the part of the brain that controls movement still activate as if trying to make the immobile limb work again. A Better Thought-controlled Computer Cursor - Read more

Optimised Clothing for Wheelchair Athletes

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[21/11/2012] More functionality and comfort for wheelchair basketball players and hand bikers. Within the framework of a research project, scientists at the Hohenstein Institute in Bönnigheim are aiming to optimise functionality and comfort of sportswear for wheelchair users.Optimised Clothing for Wheelchair Athletes - Read more

Paralympian Tells How Technology Changed Her Life

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[12/11/2012] Jenifer French, a sailor who won a silver medal at this summer's London Paralympics, describes in a new book how cutting-edge medical technology from the Cleveland Functional Electrical Stimulation Center allowed her to resume an active life after being paralyzed 14 years ago.Paralympian Tells How Technology Changed Her Life - Read more

Impact of Sports on People With Disabilities

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[24/10/2012] Ashley Thomas was born with spina bifida and uses a wheelchair. She also holds a position on the U.S. national para-kayak team, and founded and runs a successful nonprofit organization called "Bridge II Sports." Impact of Sports on People With Disabilities - Read more

October 2012: REHACARE 2012

From 10th to 13th of October the halls of the leading rehabilitation trade fair, the REHACARE, open up their doors again. This year there will not only be a special forum about assistive robotics, but you can also find automobile producers and constructors as well as popular guests. Get to know more in our Topic of the Month October: REHACARE 2012.October 2012: REHACARE 2012 - Read more

Vehicle Conversions: No off the Shelf Cars

When people with physical impairments want to drive a car, they cannot simply get into any vehicle and start driving. Depending on the disability, the vehicle needs to meet specific conditions; generally, a customization is necessary. The German Association of Disabled Car Owners (“Bund behinderter Auto-Besitzer/BbAB) provides help in regards to conversions.Vehicle Conversions: No off the Shelf Cars - Read more

REHACARE International 2012

Welcome to the leading trade fair on "Self-determined living!" - Welcome to the REHACARE International in Düsseldorf! REHACARE International 2012 - Read more

September 2012: Pimp my Wheelchair IV

Every year REHACARE.de is looking for the coolest wheelchair of Germany with the competition "Pimp my Wheelchair". Which readers have madeit this time with their individual wheelchairs, you will get to know in the Topic of the Month September: Pimp my Wheelchair IV.September 2012: Pimp my Wheelchair IV - Read more

London 2012: In the Grip of the Paralympics Fever

Long jumpers, javelin throwers and sprinters – the athletes of the Paralympics in London are all fire and flame for the most important competition in the world. The organizers of these events have caught the Paralympics fever as well. In the current documentary on REHACARE.de top athletes speak about their ultimate goals and of their secret fears.London 2012: In the Grip of the Paralympics Fever - Read more

Auxiliary Means: Until the Prosthesis Fits

After accidents and amputations, prosthetics help in replacing missing body parts. However, for the devices to function optimally, they have to be fitted well to the wearer. A comprehensive process – from manufacturing to walking training. Auxiliary Means: Until the Prosthesis Fits - Read more

Controlling Your Computer With Your Eyes

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[16/07/2012] Millions of people suffering from Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, muscular dystrophy, spinal cord injuries or amputees could soon interact with their computers and surroundings using just their eyes, thanks to a new device that costs less than £40.Controlling Your Computer With Your Eyes - Read more

Globetrotter in a Wheelchair: "Men with Kalashnikovs Have Arrested Me"

Far countries, foreign cultures – this are the challenges Andreas Pröve faces up to over and over again with enthusiasm. His wheelchair does not hinder his thirst for adventure, on the contrary: Just because many people do not think he is capable of doing it, he ventures the apparently impossible.Globetrotter in a Wheelchair: "Men with Kalashnikovs Have Arrested Me" - Read more

The BunBos: a Coloured Fleet

In Plaue at the Havel, Germany, the most unusual houseboats far and wide start: the BunBos. Also with bag and baggage there is enough tyre freedom on board for wheel chair drivers. Thus, adventurers can spend day and night on the water. Travelling can hardly be more uncomplicated.The BunBos: a Coloured Fleet - Read more

Wheelchair Tai Chi Brings Mobility

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[20/04/2012] An innovative 13-postures Tai Chi designed for wheelchair users has brought the traditional Chinese martial and healing arts to people with ambulatory impairment, thanks to the technology and program developed by Zibin Guo of the University of Tennessee Chattanooga.Wheelchair Tai Chi Brings Mobility - Read more

Dementia: Understanding the Patient Brings Better Care

Patients suffering from dementia often cannot articulate themselves clearly. If they constantly shout out incomprehensible words or even react aggressively towards their surrounding, it can be a difficult situation for the people caring for them. Scientists are therefore researching support possibilities to unburden the interaction for both parties...Dementia: Understanding the Patient Brings Better Care - Read more

Tongue Drive System Goes Inside the Mouth

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[27/02/2012] The Tongue Drive System is getting less conspicuous and more capable. Tongue Drive is a wireless device that enables people with high-level spinal cord injuries to operate a computer and manoeuvre an electrically powered wheelchair simply by moving their tongues.Tongue Drive System Goes Inside the Mouth - Read more

February 2012: Impressive Integration Institutions

At the cemetery and in the kitchen we are all the same – at least in those institutions which REHACARE.de presents in the Topic of the Month February. Have a look at “Impressive Integration Institutions”. February 2012: Impressive Integration Institutions - Read more

January 2012: The Hard Fate of Multiple Disabilities

Suffering from one kind of disability is bad enough. However, it is a fact that most handicaps do come along with others. In our Topic of the Month January we show you mothers fighting for their children who share “The Hard Fate of Multiple Disabilities”.January 2012: The Hard Fate of Multiple Disabilities - Read more

Mother of a Multiple Handicapped Son: "One Should Not Hide at Home"

No matter whether it is basketball or musicals – the son of Ulrike Putze gets enthusiastic about big events of every kind. So she tries to allow him visiting such events over and over again. Nothing unusual? Maybe at least a little bit: Tim is bound to a wheelchair on account of a multiple disability.Mother of a Multiple Handicapped Son: "One Should Not Hide at Home" - Read more

Lying and Sitting More Comfortably

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[16/12/2011] People who have to sit at work often have back pain. People permanently confined to bed are even worse off – they frequently develop bed sores. New smart cushioning is intended to eliminate the discomforts of lying and sitting. An integrated sensor system equalises pressure selectively.Lying and Sitting More Comfortably - Read more

Fighting at Many Fronts

If on a battlefield the opponents attack from all sides, the fight seems hopeless. Like this battle a mother has been fighting for her multi-handicapped daughter for many years. However, she will certainly not give up! Fighting at Many Fronts - Read more

REHACARE international 2011

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REHACARE 2011: The price of inclusion

Accessibility and inclusion - these are the goals set by legislation and lobbyists for disabled people. Not just integration, but the right of full social acceptance of each person as an individual. With this in mind manufacturers, interested parties and representers discussed rehabilitation, nursing care and aid in Düsseldorf at the REHACARE.REHACARE 2011: The price of inclusion - Read more

High Speed ​​and cuddly seals - Opening Report REHACARE 2011

Helpers, who are individually customized are able to assist people with disabilities in all walks of life: When moving, with their personal care or communication. Nowadays HighTech plays a crucial role - as the trade fair REHACARE in Düsseldorf shows. High Speed ​​and cuddly seals - Opening Report REHACARE 2011 - Read more

Pimp My Rolli 2011 - Slideshow

We selected 5 finalists from all your creative submissions, from which the readers could choose Germany’s coolest wheelchair.Pimp My Rolli 2011 - Slideshow - Read more

Helping Electric-Wheelchair Users Move more Easily

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[07/01/2011] Researchers are working on technology that will enable electric-powered wheelchairs to detect hazardous terrain and automatically adjust their control settings to maneuver more safely. Helping Electric-Wheelchair Users Move more Easily - Read more

Top-class sport with a handicap: MobiCup 2010

About seven million people with a disability live in Germany. According to a recent study the interest in disabled sports is increasing constantly - not only due to the recent German success at the Paralympic Games in Vancouver. Therefore it is no surprise that at the first Mobicup - a actionday of sports for the disabled - a lot was going on. Top-class sport with a handicap: MobiCup 2010 - Read more

Teaching Robot Helps Children to Use Wheelchair

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[18/08/2010] A robotic wheelchair is being developed that will help children learn to 'drive'. Researchers describe the testing of ROLY –RObot-assisted Learning for Young drivers – in a group of children without disabilities and one child with cerebral palsy.Teaching Robot Helps Children to Use Wheelchair - Read more

Communicate and Steer a Wheelchair by Sniffing

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[30/07/2010] A device based on sniffing – inhaling and exhaling through the nose – might enable numerous disabled people to navigate wheelchairs or communicate with their loved ones.Communicate and Steer a Wheelchair by Sniffing - Read more

Playing 'Pong' with the Blink of an Eye

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[29/03/2010] University students have developed a computer game that is operated by eye movements, which could allow people with severe physical disabilities to become 'gamers' for the first time.Playing 'Pong' with the Blink of an Eye - Read more

A Yellow Eye-Catcher - Kenguru The Cruiser

It is bright yellow and a real eye-catcher - Kenguru The Cruiser, the electric car for wheelchair users. István Kissároslaki, Managing Director of Kenguru, explains the functioning of the agile car.A Yellow Eye-Catcher - Kenguru The Cruiser - Read more

Petition: Safe Airplanes for Travellers with Disabilities

[16/10/2009] The Association for Airline Passenger Rights endorsed a petition for wheelchair accessibility on airplanes. Petition: Safe Airplanes for Travellers with Disabilities - Read more

Co-operative Agreement for Wheelchair Dance Sport

[29/10/2008] The International Paralympic Committee and the International Dance Sport Federation signed a co-operative agreement to further develop the sport of Wheelchair Dance Sport. Co-operative Agreement for Wheelchair Dance Sport - Read more

Adventure Travel in a Wheelchair by Andreas Pröve

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[07/10/2008] Since a traffic accident in 1981 with the diagnosis of paraplegia, his life in full of adventure. On countless trips through almost all continents, he examines the boundaries of the feasible. Its...Adventure Travel in a Wheelchair by Andreas Pröve - Read more

Wheelchair Curling Team through to Semi-Finals in the Paralympic Winter Games

[16/03/2006] On the fifth day of paralympic Winter Games Britain's wheelchair curlers beat USA 5-2. With that victory they reached the semi-final. Wheelchair Curling Team through to Semi-Finals in the Paralympic Winter Games - Read more

From Breakfast to the Altar - Possible at REHACARE

[12/10/2005] At the fair REHACARE, each year new ideas and innovations are presented - that's clear. But some of the novelties are of special interest to the general public such as the wedding dress for wheelchair users or the feeding spoon.From Breakfast to the Altar - Possible at REHACARE - Read more

USA Win World Junior Wheelchair Basketball Champs

[19/08/2005] USA defeated Japan to take gold at the World Junior Wheelchair Basketball Championships at the NIA in Birmingham.USA Win World Junior Wheelchair Basketball Champs - Read more

Debenhams Becomes First Prosecution under DDA

[01/08/2005] Debenhams will become the first retailer to be prosecuted under the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) for failing to improve physical access to goods and services within its Derby store, the Disability Rights Commission (DRC) revealed.Debenhams Becomes First Prosecution under DDA - Read more

Summer Fun: Cycling for Everybody

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[01/06/2004] Bicycle tours are a great joy for everyone –both short, spontaneous trips to the next cafe or pub or longer, guided camping tours. And trikes, handbikes and tandems offers a lot of cycling possibilities for people with different handicaps. Summer Fun: Cycling for Everybody - Read more

Models with a disability – still taboo?

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[01/04/2004] Still, very few people with a disability can be seen in ads, fashion magazines and on catwalks. Even some campaigns by disability issue groups feature non-handicapped models taking a seat a in wheelchair for the duration of a photo-shooting or TV-spot.Models with a disability – still taboo? - Read more

Fitness on wheels – Sports and Games for Paraplegic People

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[01/02/2004] Basketball and Golf are not out of bounds for wheelchair users – and many wheelchair athletes are even better than their walking counterparts. In most marathons, the fastest wheelchair drivers reach the target line 50 minutes earlier than the best runners. Fitness on wheels – Sports and Games for Paraplegic People - Read more

Wheelchair of the future: Steered by Thoughts, Navigation System on Board

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[01/02/2004] It sounds like a science-fiction bestseller: Robots carrying people with moving disabilities up stairs or wheelchairs who are navigated by the strength of your thoughts. Or how about a clever power wheelchair, fully equipped with a sense of orientation and able to see and avoid obstacles? Wheelchair of the future: Steered by Thoughts, Navigation System on Board - Read more

Minsk: IPC Wheelchair Dance Sport European Championships

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[03/11/2003] The 2003 IPC Wheelchair Dance Sport European Championships took place in Minsk, Belarus, from 1 to 2 November 2003.Minsk: IPC Wheelchair Dance Sport European Championships - Read more

Pimp my Wheelchair - Bride Wheelchair

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Pimp my Wheelchair - Duplo Wheelchair

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Pimp my Wheelchair - Festival Wheelchair

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Pimp my Wheelchair - Glossy Wheelchair

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Pimp my Wheelchair - Gruffalo Wheelchair

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Pimp my Wheelchair - Guardian Angel Wheelchair

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Pimp my Wheelchair - Inclusion Wheelchair

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Pimp my Wheelchair - Princess Wheelchair

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Pimp my Wheelchair - Rock Star Wheelchair

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