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Versatile Adjustment Wheelchairs

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The 'AbleChair' Provides More Independence to Individuals

— March 15, 2019 — Lifestyle
Using a mobility aid like a wheelchair often provides a static experience that can be limiting for the individual, so the 'AbleChair' has been developed as a revolutionary solution that could transform the capabilities of users. The versatile design of the wheelchair allows users to change their positioning at any point to allow for enhanced blood flow, stretching and even gait therapy thanks to its ability to put the person in a vertical position. This provides a person with the ability to lead a more independent lifestyle by limiting the amount of assistance they need throughout the day.

The 'AbleChair' wheelchair can be controlled via the accompanying smartphone app to let users make precision adjustments according their specific needs to keep it relevant for all kinds of individual needs.
Trend Themes
1. Adjustable Mobility Aids - Developing mobility aids that offer adjustable features and positioning options opens up new opportunities for enhanced comfort and independence for individuals with mobility issues.
2. Personalized Healthcare Devices - Creating healthcare devices that can be customized and controlled through smartphone apps allows for individualized experiences that cater to specific needs.
3. Vertical Rehabilitation Tools - Designing rehabilitation tools that enable users to transition into a vertical position opens up possibilities for more dynamic and effective therapy sessions.
Industry Implications
1. Medical Devices - The medical device industry can explore innovative ways to develop adjustable wheelchairs and other mobility aids that provide enhanced comfort and versatility.
2. Assistive Technology - The assistive technology industry can create personalized devices that can be controlled through smartphones to meet the specific needs of individuals with disabilities.
3. Rehabilitation and Therapy - The rehabilitation and therapy industry can integrate vertical positioning tools into their practices to improve the effectiveness of therapy sessions and enhance patient outcomes.
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