Metabolic Syndrome is the medical consequences of obesity, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol (high levels of triglycerides), type 2 diabetes, stroke, heart disease and several other serious health conditions. This is one of the main reasons the disabled community have poorer general [..}
Lifting Spirits – Article on Mobile and Dynamic Standing for Kids
by on February 2, 2012
It's no secret that kids love to play and move about, and kids with mobility challenges are no exception! A child's desire to play and interact with family or friends should be considered when prescribing a standing program. Mobile and dynamic standers can open up a world of possibilities for [..}
Back To Play – Pediatric Therapy Article
by on September 19, 2011
Play - something kids of all ages and abilities enjoy doing. Donovan is a sixth grader who has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, he loves to play video games and floor hockey. Jason Kelecic, DPT at Gillette Children's, explains how standing benefits Donovan (and other kids with Muscular [..}
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 [..}
A Little Boy With a BIG Smile!
by on April 22, 2011
I check the EasyStand Facebook page on a daily basis, and just recently a super cute photo of a little boy, with a BIG smile, jumped out at me! It was Gavin using his Bantam stander, his mom Cassie posted the photo and I couldn't resist asking about her son and his standing story. This is what she [..}
20 Kid-Friendly Activities do to in a Mobile Stander!
by on January 20, 2011
Kids love to move! Many times kids who use a wheelchair for mobility only move while in the seated position, unlike their able-bodied friends who usually move while standing. Mobile standers like the EasyStand Bantam Mobile allow kids to be independent and explore their environment. Cool, [..}
Morgan’s Wonderland Accessible Amusement Park!
by on November 1, 2010
Morgan's Wonderland is well...wonderful! It is the world's first ultra accessible family fun amusement park! You will be in awe of the more than twenty park attraction areas and to top it off, they offer FREE admission to individuals with special needs and only $5-$15 admission for other [..}
Stand Up to Expand Your Mind
by on February 12, 2010
Educators are finding that children that have physical activity at school on a regular basis, have fewer disciplinary problems and have a better concentration in class. Also, some schools are experimenting with tall work tables, where students stand to do their school work. This is proving to be [..}
20 Fun Activities for Kids to do While Standing…
by on March 5, 2009
Keeping kids busy is a full time job and finding fun options for kids with disabilities can be even more challenging. A great place to start is to find activities your child is interested in and build adaptations from there. This is a collection of ideas from parents, clinicians and teachers on [..}
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