Fun Spring Activities You Can Do in Myrtle Beach With a Wheelchair

Fun Spring Activities You Can Do in Myrtle Beach With a Wheelchair

Now that the weather is warming up and the sun is shining, more and more people are falling out of their winter gloom and getting back into the great outdoors.

If you or a loved one uses a mobility aid, you might be stumped as to what you can do during the spring. Don’t worry, you aren’t as limited as you think. There are plenty of fun wheelchair activities that you can do alone or with friends in Myrtle Beach.

Let’s learn all about fun activities for people in wheelchairs that are accessible to everyone in the Myrtle Beach area, and around the world.

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Accessible Training: Fitness Equipment Options for Wheelchair Users

Accessible Training: Fitness Equipment Options for Wheelchair Users

Are you a wheelchair user that’s looking to take back control of your fitness? Are you wanting to get yourself back into shape? If so, then you should learn all that you can about accessible training. It’s all about finding the right fitness equipment to use.

Doing so can help you get into the best shape of your life. With the right accessible exercise equipment, you’ll find your motivation to work harder than ever before to achieve your goals.

See below for an in-depth guide highlighting the best fitness equipment for wheelchair users. Be sure to consider it all when constructing your workout regimen.

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Air Travel for Wheelchair Users During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Air Travel for Wheelchair Users During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Passengers with disabilities file more than 30,000 complaints every year with airliners. More than 700 mobility devices become damaged, with some that need to be replaced.

Few wheelchair users fly commercially. Even fewer are willing to fly during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, flying can be essential, and you may need to board an airplane for one reason or another.

Air travel for wheelchair users doesn’t have to be a nightmare. The challenges wheelchair users face can be reduced with a few basic actions. Here is a quick guide.

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What to know before buying a wheelchair in charlotte

What to Know Before Buying a Wheelchair in Charlotte

75 million people around the world need wheelchairs in their daily lives. A wheelchair serves as a helpful tool to help those with disabilities or other ailments enjoy a higher quality of life.

Giving you access to mobility, buying a wheelchair can give you more freedom, but first it’s important to assess your needs and wants when it comes to choosing the right one for you.

Are you wondering what to think about before buying? We’ll cover it all in this article.

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Your guide to a Raleigh seat lift wheelchair

Your Guide to a Raleigh Seat Lift Wheelchair

Are you having problems with your mobility? Is someone in the family struggling to move because of a debilitating injury?

It is an unfortunate fact that 1 out of 4 American adults is living with a disability. The reasons behind the disability vary. Some sustain injuries due to accidents or illnesses.

Also, there are people born with birth defects that immobilize them for life. Thankfully, there are products like wheelchairs to help address the mobility challenges. However, some people require more features than a standard wheelchair offers.

Some people may need a wheelchair with seat lift. With so many options available in Raleigh today, how do you pick the right one for you or your loved ones?

Below is our comprehensive guide on a seat lift chair.

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Adapting Your Home for Accessibility: Tips and Tricks

The Best Ways to Make Your Home More Handicap Accessible

There are times when disabilities can come in a blink of an eye, and just like that you need to make sure that every facet of your life is accessible.

Fortunately, you don’t have to build a custom home from scratch to make sure that it is accessible. Instead, you can upgrade your current home according to your specifications. 

To make your home accessible, install a ramp, install a stairlift, make additional living space, use wood floors, use remote controls/apps, and rely on safety hoists. Regardless of your mobility issues, you can make just about any part of your home accessible, including the upper floors.

Here, we will show you how to create a handicap accessible home in greater detail. Let’s explore together.

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How to make a wheelchair accessible wedding

How to Make a Wheelchair Accessible Wedding

Are you or any of your loved ones looking to get married soon, but wonder how you can include family members or friends who are disabled? If you have guests who are disabled and use a wheelchair, you should consider having an accessible wedding. 

An accessible wedding focuses on accommodating disabled wedding guests, specifically the guests who use a wheelchair, but does not take away from the memories and importance of the special day. For these important guests, having an accessible wedding is a great way to get them involved, without compromising on your dream wedding scenario.

Make your big day open for everyone by learning what’s needed to have a wheelchair accessible wedding.

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Adapted sports for wheelchair athletes

Adapted Sports for Wheelchair Athletes

In a world focused on sports and recreational activities, using a wheelchair for mobility assistance can feel like being stuck in a cage. It’s more difficult to get out and about and do the things you love.

How can you enjoy your usual physical activities and enjoy life while using a wheelchair?

Even if it feels confining, there are plenty of adapted sports that have been created with wheelchair users in mind. Here are just a few examples of activities that you can do while in a wheelchair.

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How to know its time for a mobility scooter

How to Know it’s Time for a Mobility Scooter

Are you dealing with the repercussions of a long-term injury? Do you have a loved one that’s starting to dread walking any distance? If so, then it might be time for you or them to invest in an electric mobility scooter.

Doing so can help you take back control of your life. It can make it easier to do things like go to the grocery store, stroll around the park, or anything else that you like to take part in.

Here, we will discuss several signs that it might be time for a folding mobility scooter, or something equal to it.

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Packing made easy for those with a mobility device

Packing Made Easy for Those with a Mobility Device

A few tips can make traveling with a mobility device, such as a wheelchair or scooter, go smoothly.

If you use a mobility device, and you’re considering wheelchair travel, you’re not alone. More than 25 million Americans who use mobility devices travel, according to the Bureau of transportation statistics. What’s more, over 15 percent of those individuals use a manual or motorized wheelchair.

However, packing for travel can prove tricky for anyone. When traveling, for example, it’s impossible to predict the weather.

If you use a mobility device, preparing for all potential circumstances becomes even more important. You’ll likely need extra space for your wheelchair accessories, medication, and mobility equipment.

Check out these packing tips for easy wheelchair travel.

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