Overview: Older reports
Wheelchair trends 2021 – try and train for more mobility
02/12/2021
The right wheelchair is worth its weight in gold. Today, wheelchair users not only have access to suitable shapes and functions but can also make individual design choices. At least as important, however, is the practiced use of the aid. Medical supply stores and mobility training courses can help with all of this – for example, at the rahm Center for Health.
At the training camp for service dogs
23/09/2021
Even dogs have to go to school. At the WZ Hundezentrum in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, service dogs are trained for their upcoming everyday work and learn everything that is necessary during the three and a half years of training. How exactly the right puppies are selected for this demanding task and what they have to learn, we from REHACARE.com had them show us.
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Converted and safe: Mobile with your own car
15/09/2021
For people with disabilities in particular having their own vehicle is incredibly important for their mobility. Whether behind the wheel themselves or for the safe transportation of people with disabilities – the conversion industry always has suitable solutions at the ready. We asked our exhibitors what new, innovative products they have in their portfolio in terms of mobility.
Outdoor fun: Sports equipment for outdoor activities
11/03/2021
Whether on wheels or blades – in order for outdoor sports to bring unrestricted fun to people with a physical disability, they need the right auxiliary means for it. Companies like BamBuk, KADOMO and TESSIER have therefore made it their business to manufacture precisely these assistive devices and thus enable self-determined participation.
Flexible, light and foldable - Mobility aids for people with walking disabilities
17/12/2020
The freedom to move around despite limited mobility is of great value to those affected. Flexible, lightweight and foldable are the magic words. Norbert Schmidt from Schmidt Handels GmbH explained to us what else is important for mobility aids.
From 3D-printed aids to virtual wheelchair rides: Research for people with disabilities
26/11/2020
3D printing, smart textiles, robots – the FabLab at the Ruhr West University of Applied Sciences uses state-of-the-art research to create practical everyday aids. But existing technologies are also being further developed. The research of Lena Hagenauer and Lukas Hellwig shows that not only sophisticated technology but also everyday aids can be a challenge.
Online fashion show: Adaptive fashion for people with and without disabilities
14/05/2020
If fashion is practical and also keeps up with the latest chic trends, it has achieved its goal. We present pictures of two fashion labels that combine great style and functionality and make it work in everyday life and not just for wheelchair users and people of short stature.
Highlights of REHACARE 2019
21/09/2019
Innovative, informative and inspiring – that was REHACARE 2019! There was a lot to discover this year among the 700 exhibitors: the latest trends and products, exciting lectures and many activities in the exhibition halls. These were the highlights.
Theme park: Self-determination at work
20/09/2019
With the increasing digitalization, the business world is changing fundamentally. For professional participation this means both, challenges and opportunities. At REHACARE 2019 employers and employees will find everything they need for a self-determined and accessible working environment.
Sport for all: Active at the Sports Centre
20/09/2019
REHACARE is in sports fever! Soccer, para ice hockey, table tennis for the blind or martial arts with prostheses – in the sports centre everyone will find the sport that suits them best. And for those who prefer to stay passive, there is a varied program with tournaments, show matches and presentations on the stage.