There’s a secret I’m going to share with you and it may be the best thing to ever happen to your medical situation: Get yourself a nurse practitioner as your primary doctor asap. I promise you won’t regret it. They care, they listen and they actually have availability. Sadly, I fell off the [..}
Prone To Help: Getting Down To Stand Taller
by on June 24, 2011
There is one simple activity that is beneficial for most of us to do every day regardless of age or ability. That is lying in a prone position, or enjoying a little tummy time. Many of us spend hours of the day sitting, whether in a desk chair or wheelchair. This leads to shortening of certain [..}
Benefits of a Standing Frame…an ATP’s View
by on June 1, 2011
Wheelchair users rely on their wheelchairs for positioning, function, and mobility. Much time is spent on choosing the most appropriate cushion, frame, and accessories. This process typically includes demonstration equipment trials, pressure mapping, and a wheelchair clinic in order to conclude the [..}
Not a Candidate for Standing? Think Again.
by on April 27, 2011
As I travel around the country, I sometimes hear healthcare professionals and ATP suppliers express their opinion that a particular person will not benefit from a standing program for many reasons. Some are valid as with people that have severe bone and joint problems or other contraindications to [..}
Todd Shapes Up! Wordless Wednesday
by on June 23, 2010
"It feels great to stand up and workout, standing keeps my body in shape and my dog Sadie is my trainer." Todd is a C6-7 Quadriplegic with a sense of humor who has been standing since May of 2000. "I use my EasyStand Glider about 30-45 minutes, 3 times a week. I love standing...helps with muscle [..}
Standing: A New Point of View for Ed
by on April 7, 2010
During the time I spend traveling out in the field, I meet some dynamic people with great stories to share. Like Ed, a talkative, friendly guy who lives with his mother, Julia, in a very pretty part of Northern Ohio. They have a large property so Ed likes to sit by the window and comment on [..}
Dreams Do Come True-Scott Chesney’s Inspiring Video
by on February 27, 2009
Do you have a dream-maybe a big dream that you are not sure is possible? Scott Chesney's story can be your inspiration! Scott is one of those positive, upbeat people that is always refreshing to come in contact with. He uses his hard working, optimistic attitude to make his dreams come [..}
Enjoying Standing & Independence
by on September 30, 2008
I have had T-5 paraplegia since July 7, 2003. Among the medical equipment that makes my life easier is the Evolv Mobile stander. I originally had the EasyStand 5000 and upgraded to the EasyStand Evolv about 6 months ago. The Evolv Mobile standing frame improves my overall quality of life! It is so [..}
Standing frame or standing wheelchair?
by on August 21, 2008
The August/September issue of Rehab Management featured an article on standing therapy, called "Stand for Health" by Amy Meyer, PT. It covers very thoroughly the benefits of a standing program, and the importance of prescribing a standing program to reduce the risk of complications and gain the [..}
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