New Mobility Weekly Newsletter – July 7, 2016


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NEWS

Is Your Right to Drive is Under Attack?

As more mom-and-pop accessible van dealers get swallowed up by MobilityWorks, the largest adaptive van dealer in the United States, it’s becoming harder and harder to rent an adapted van with hand controls. MobilityWorks says renting its vans with hand controls is nearly impossible due to onerous liability insurance coverage. Is the door closing on renting accessible vans with hand controls? Is it true that what used to be a common practice is no longer possible? What’s at the heart of this squeeze on our rights, and where will it lead?

TRENDING NOW

Xbox Avatars May Soon Sport WheelchairsXbox avatars

Gamers, rejoice! As reported on media outlets such as Geekwire, GameSpot, Polygon, The Verge and dozens more, Xbox has released images of its proposed wheelchair option for avatars. Now, will they listen to us about those clunky hospital chairs?

PRO TIPS

What Strains of Medical Marijuana Work Best for Specific SCI/D Conditions?

Cannabidiol can relieve some types of pain and spasticity, and it is found in a wide variety of hybrids. In states where medical marijuana is legal, these hybrids can be obtained as edibles, oils, tinctures, rubs and capsules, as well as products meant to be smoked. With names like Sour Diesel and Purple Haze, each cultivar offers a unique medicinal “cocktail,” so many prescriptions evolve as people find what works best for their whole lives, not just their physical symptoms. That said, here’s what we know about managing pain, spasticity and sleep with marijuana.

Jeans Designed for Wheelchair Users

With a high back, elastic waist, useable pockets and a hidden cathing port, the Alter Ur Ego jeans from wheelchair user Heidi McKenzie may be the pants you’ve been looking for. The company is new, so there is only one women’s style and one men’s style — “vintage” — but if that look happens to work for you, you are in luck. Not your style? Get more fashion and adaptive clothing tips here.

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