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Making the Switch: Upgrading to a Titanium or Carbon Fiber Wheelchair

If you’ve been using an aluminum-framed wheelchair for a while, you may be considering an upgrade to a titanium or carbon fiber frame. These materials...

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Your First Manual Wheelchair Recommendation: A Clinician’s Roadmap to Success

Recommending a manual wheelchair for the first time can feel overwhelming—both for you as a clinician and for the individual receiving it. A wheelchair...

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Guiding New Wheelchair Users: Helping Them Find Their Best Fit

For someone newly adjusting to life with a manual wheelchair, the learning curve can be overwhelming. Many new users focus on regaining independence and...

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Choosing Your First Manual Wheelchair: What Matters Most for New Users

For someone who is navigating life in a manual wheelchair for the first time, the experience can feel overwhelming. Beyond the emotional and physical...

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ISO Standards: Horizontal Force & Shear Test Method

Editor's note: This post was originally published in February 2020 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness. 

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ISO Standards: Immersion Test Method

Editor's note: This post was originally published in February 2020 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness. 

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ISO Standards: Pressure Mapping Test Method

Editor's note: This post was originally published in February 2020 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness. 

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The Relationship Between Standards & Clinical Practice

Editor's note: This post was originally published in February 2020 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness. 

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Benefits and Limitations of ISO and RESNA Standards

Editor's note: This post was originally published in February 2020 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness. 

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Overview of ISO and RESNA Standards for Wheelchair Seating

Editor's note: This post was originally published in February 2020 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness. 

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