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Wheelchair-Friendly Holidays: Exploring South Africa with Ease
Sometimes the best adventures don’t require an international flight or a week off work – just a short drive, a sense of curiosity, and maybe a playlist for the road. The good news for wheelchair users? There are plenty of holiday spots within 3–4 hours of...
Don’t let your wheelchair define you
Forty-nine years is a long time to live with any challenge – but Shaun doesn’t see his wheelchair as the thing that holds him back. Injured at just 11 months old in a freak accident, he’s spent nearly five decades adapting, learning, and proving that life doesn’t...
Everyday Tips for Navigating Accessibility Challenges as a Wheelchair User
Getting around shouldn’t feel like a mission, but for many wheelchair users, everyday spaces can still throw up frustrating barriers. The good news? With a bit of planning and a few clever workarounds, it’s possible to take on those challenges with ease and...
The Health Benefits of Standing Wheelchairs
When you’re a fully able-bodied person, standing comes naturally to you. Quickly changing position comes naturally to you. You’re fully independent. And your body reaps the naturally occurring benefits of changing posture. However, for anyone using a mobility...
A Few Gestures on Choosing Mobility Equipment
Living with mobility challenges – or even just getting older – doesn’t have to mean giving up your independence. It just means finding the right support and equipment so you can keep doing the things you love, safely and confidently. At Wheelchairs on the Run,...
Deciding Between a Folding or Rigid Wheelchair
Wheelchairs have come a long way since the heavy, clunky designs of the past. Today, they’re lighter, sleeker, and even stylish to match your unique personality – because your wheelchair should be an extension of you. At Wheelchairs on the Run, we offer both...