Freedom Chair : battery-operated chair lift

Some individuals with progressive muscle weakness need just a little assistance to help them stand.  The Freedom Chair by Stand Aid of Iowa offers just that!  While many recliner chairs are designed to help users stand by pushing them forward, the Freedom Chair helps by lifting the user up! Stand Aid of Iowa has been manufacturing “quality, durable standing […]

Wristocat: Dynamic Wrist Support

Working at a desk all day can cause a lot of strain on your body.  If you spend hours on a computer, it is advisable to create an ergonomic workspace.  Ergonomic setups may prevent arthritis, repetitive strain injury, carpal tunnel syndrome, and more.  We’ve covered multiple ergonomic solutions in the past such as desks, keyboards, computer mice […]

Tech Tip: Saddle Chair by Salli

On a daily basis, especially at the workplace, we often find ourselves in an ongoing cycle: we sit, we stand, we sit, we stand, and repeat.  How could you lessen the strain by making your workspace more ergonomic?  Mark Stewart, assistive technology specialist who specializes in ergonomics, is going to introduce us to an ergonomic […]

Sit anywhere with the Chairless Chair

Have you ever been in a situation where you needed to sit but chairs weren’t available?  Like if you’re waiting in a seemingly endless line to get tickets to your favorite show?  Individuals on foot oftentimes need to take breaks from standing as a precaution for their health.  Physical strain, repetitive movements and poor posture may lead to conditions […]