Wheelchair

It’s estimated that nearly 300,000 Canadians use a wheelchair or mobility device, roughly 42,000 of those being power wheelchairs. Truth be told, the need for power wheelchairs continues to grow as manual wheelchair users gain interest and need something easier to navigate. Whether you’re searching for a power wheelchair for yourself or a loved one, we’re here with some tips on how to choose the best chair...

Wheelchair ramps are a very helpful and useful tool, but when not used correctly they can become dangerous. It is crucial to take precautions and use wheelchair ramps correctly and safely. We are going to share with you 5 safety tips for wheelchair ramps so that you and the people around you stay safe!  

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2022 is here and we have some amazing wheelchairs we want to share to enhance your or a loved one’s mobility! Each year, mobility and accessibility solutions continue to get better, and we want to be a part of that at Eco Medical. So, sit back and enjoy this blog sharing our top wheelchairs of 2022. 

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Sometimes it’s hard to imagine a life without the ability to hop in your vehicle and go somewhere whenever you decide to. For individuals with limited mobility, getting in and out of as well as using a vehicle can be quite tricky. The good news is that there are lots of modifications that can be made in order to make the process easier. This equipment can keep those with limited mobility moving and active as they age...

When it comes to your wheelchair, taking care of it properly is important if you want it to last longer and give you a smoother ride. Just like caring for yourself, there are things you should do each day and other things that don’t need to be checked as often. In this blog, we’ll break down important tips for you to do each day, week, month and quarter. 

In honor of November being National Family Caregivers Month, we’re providing you with tips to make family caregivers’ lives as simple as possible. Our goal is to remind you that caregivers need love, too, and this month is dedicated to appreciating you as you continue to care for others. Keep reading to learn 8 helpful tips:

It can be difficult for caregivers to remember to care for themselves, often putting...

October is National Physical Therapy Month! In honor of this observance, we’re taking time to draw attention to the many benefits of physical therapy and specifically how it can be an aid to your mobility. It’s no secret that getting around can become more difficult as you age and falls, surgeries and injuries also become more common. Keep reading to learn how physical therapy can make a positive...

No matter what your abilities are, staying active and increasing your heart rate is important and necessary for a healthy lifestyle. With the right exercises, you never have to let your wheelchair stop you from getting a workout in! Try these 5 seated exercises for a full-body, easy-to-follow workout to start your day. 

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With COVID19 completely changing today’s world and the way we live; your mobility is one of the many things that may have been impacted in your life. This is especially true for seniors because of the higher risk or because many mobility options, like walking around the mall or going to the local gym, may be temporarily closed. Continue reading to find out ways you or your aging loved one can stay mobile while also staying safe.

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