I have been using my stander 2 to 3 times a week. Every time is different with how many degrees I'm able to get up to. My goal every time is 90°. In the past couple months though, I haven't been able to get up past 60 or 70°. And it usually takes me about half an hour to get there. My body just [..}
Superhero Play for Kids of All Abilities
by on September 10, 2010
My two boys love superheroes. In fact, the past three Halloween's, my 5 and 2 1/2 year old have been Superman, Spiderman, another Spiderman, Batman and Robin. So there is no doubt why the "superhero" theme was fresh on my mind for our last marketing EasyStand Bantam "Standing Superhero" mailer. [..}
The Evil Knievel of Wheelchair-Users
by on September 9, 2010
Adrenaline junkies are everywhere these days. On the slopes, on the water, at the skate park, and even among people with disabilities, adrenaline junkies are cropping up. And disabled folks, the usual stationary beings of the world, are more in need of a rush of an adrenaline rush than anyone. Just [..}
Why Pageants are Good for the Disability Community
by on August 26, 2010
Forget diversity events. Beauty pageants are where it’s at. People are quick to criticize these when-you-really-think-about-it quite bizarre faux royalty competitions, and like to say they’re unhealthy, promote unnecessary competition, and are an overdone helping of ego-centric pomp and [..}
Top 10 Disability Video Blog Posts
by on March 10, 2010
Who doesn't like a good video?!?! I always enjoy reading blog posts that include a funny, informative or touching video. Here are my picks for the Top 10 Video Blog Posts on the EasyStand Blog. Enjoy! YouTube - The 10 Commandments of Life in a Wheelchair Inspirational Video about Father [..}
Mike – A Standing Veteran and Dedicated Athlete
by on January 26, 2010
In 2009 we celebrated EasyStand's 20th Birthday, we felt that an important part of this milestone was to share some stories of customers who have been standing for several years. A few weeks later, I received a story from Mike Savicki, a quadriplegic and veteran who has been standing for over [..}
Rolling Like a Celebrity-Ms. Wheelchair NJ 2009
by on August 24, 2009
Santina Muha not only rolls like a celebrity, she is a celebrity! She also plays an active role in the disability community. Santina is a guest writer on our EasyStand Blog, read some of her posts. I was inspired by her words, "There are people out there doing amazing things, and I believe we [..}
Working2Walk – “An Outlet for SCI Advocacy”
by on August 11, 2009
This is a guest post on the EasyStand Blog by Susan Maus, quadriplegic and co-founder and president of Unite 2 Fight Paralysis (U2FP). Working 2 Walk is just a little more than two weeks away. The event is organized by a small group of volunteers, all of whom are impacted directly by paralysis [..}
Wheechair Back Flip…Now 3 Years Later (Video)
by on July 13, 2009
Aaron "wheelz" Fotheringham does things in his wheelchair that many people would only dream of doing. He essentially created the sport he calls, "Hardcore Sitting". Aaron was born with Spina Bifida and has been in a wheelchair since age 3. He loved watching his older brother ride BMX, and [..}
Man With Cerebral Palsy Walks PGA Tour-Video
by on April 20, 2009
Today I received an email that simply read: The video is about 10 minutes, but pretty good... The very best 10 minutes you will spend today. If you play Golf, you should watch this video... If you don't play Golf, you should watch this video. If you ever had a dream please watch this [..}
Recent Comments