Most spinal cord injury survivors who are used to driving a car aren’t too excited about switching to a modified van. “They’re too big. They’re too expensive. They’re not very sporty or fun. They’re too hard to drive.” Sound like you? If so, you may have even more reasons not to switch. Yet, increasing hassles,Continue reading “Am I Ready for a Van?”
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An Interview with Mr. Albert D. Jumper
Director of Rehabilitation Psychology,Allied Services John Heinz Institute of Rehabilitation MedicineInterviewer: Terri Rozaieski Brief Vita: Albert D. Jumper, MA, Director of Rehabilitation Psychology at Allied Services John Heinz Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Clinical and administrative director of a staff of six (6) rehabilitation psychologists who provide psychological services to patients recovering fromContinue reading “An Interview with Mr. Albert D. Jumper”
Changing or Choosing Your Doctor
You’ve been injured a while, but for one reason or another you have to change doctors. Perhaps you’ve moved, your doctor has retired, you’re in a new health plan and you need to change doctors, or you’re not convinced that your doctor is doing the best for you. You need a doctor who has hadContinue reading “Changing or Choosing Your Doctor”
Cholesterol
So you’ve heard cholesterol is bad. Don’t eat red meat. Eat more fish. Stay away from eggs. Don’t eat fat. Exercise a lot. Maybe you’ve even heard that your spinal cord injury can make it worse. Is it hype, or is this a real problem that you need to deal with? Is your cholesterol levelContinue reading “Cholesterol”
Interview with Dave Park – National Park Service | Pride Mobility®
Interviewer: Terri Rozaieski Pride took the opportunity to contact Bob Stanton, Director of the National Park Service (NPS) regarding the accessibility of our Nation’s State Parks. Mr. Stanton promptly offered his enthusiastic response to our inquiry and offered an interview with Dave Park, Accessibility Program Coordinator for NPS. Following is the text of that exchange:Continue reading “Interview with Dave Park – National Park Service | Pride Mobility®”
Will Medicare Pay for an Electric Wheelchair?
Medicare may pay for an electric wheelchair if you qualify. Medicare may cover the cost of a power mobility device for use in your home. Power wheelchairs are covered only when they are deemed medically necessary. To qualify, there are several steps that need to be completed. Schedule a face-to-face examination with your doctor orContinue reading “Will Medicare Pay for an Electric Wheelchair?”
Which Electric Wheelchair is Best?
With so many motorized wheelchairs on the market, it can be an overwhelming task deciding which power chair to purchase. There are portable wheelchairs and folding power chairs, as well as full-size wheelchairs and bariatric wheelchairs. Where to begin? When choosing the best electric wheelchair for you, it’s important to consider your needs. Everyone isContinue reading “Which Electric Wheelchair is Best?”
Where Can I Buy Motorized Wheelchairs?
When you are ready to buy a power wheelchair, it can be overwhelming in deciding where to go to make your purchase. Pride Mobility makes it easy! Ready to buy from a local dealer near you? Just follow these steps: Visit pridemobility.com Click on the Find a Local Dealer button in the upper right corner of theContinue reading “Where Can I Buy Motorized Wheelchairs?”
What is a Power Wheelchair?
A power wheelchair is a device that aids in mobility. It is typically used by individuals who have a medical condition and have difficulty walking. People use power wheelchairs because they are unable to use a manual wheelchair or an electric scooter. Every electric wheelchair has a base, which is equipped with four or moreContinue reading “What is a Power Wheelchair?”
Are Scooter Batteries Covered by Insurance?
If you use a mobility scooter, you are probably wondering if the batteries for your scooter are covered by insurance. When your scooter needs new batteries, we recommend contacting your insurance to find out what may be covered. If your electric scooter is prescribed by a doctor, your scooter may be considered medical equipment. Medicare PartContinue reading “Are Scooter Batteries Covered by Insurance?”