2024 Vacation Present Information for Wheelchair Customers

This yr’s vacation reward information options the merchandise that New Mobility employees and contributors can’t dwell with out. Now we have presents at a wide range of worth ranges — from $25 and beneath, to $100 and beneath, to larger purchases which can be $100 or extra.

Items Beneath $25  

Zip Ties  

I hold a small pack in my bag wherever I’m going in case of emergency. Tie up a free wire, make a zipper quad-friendly, maintain collectively a damaged chair half — you identify it, they will deal with it. $6  

Ian Ruder, New Mobility Editor-in-Chief  

Fabrifoam  

A quad-friendly, easy-access strap for any weak grip. Whether or not it’s strapping one thing to my lap, or sticks to my arms for cardio-drumming, Fabrifoam works wonders. $10+  

Jen French, Contributor  

 RMS 26-Inch Comfortable-Grip Folding Grabber  

I by no means journey wherever with out this folding grabber. It suits simply in my carry-on suitcase or backpack and is nice for choosing issues up off the ground and reaching mild switches and objects on cabinets. $16  

Sylvia Longmire, Journey Contributor  

Zippered Compression Socks  

We all know compression socks are good to put on however are a ache within the ass to get on. The zipper makes it a lot simpler and avoids medical suppliers. $10+  

Jen French, Contributor  

Crippling Sizzling Sauce   

For many who like some warmth, whereas supporting a wheelchair-using entrepreneur with CP. $10  

Teal Sherer, New Mobility Social Media Director  

Luminara Distant Flameless Candles   

I like the comfortable glow of a candlelit room, however as a quad, I don’t mess with matches. Luminara makes the perfect flameless candles I’ve discovered, a lot of which may be managed by a single distant. $25+  

Jenny Smith, Contributor  

Items Beneath $100  

Camelbak Fusion Reservoir  

Quick access to considerable water is a should for staving off UTIs, sustaining bowel well being and staying hydrated. The brand new zipper-based Fusion reservoirs are an enormous improve — simpler to fill and clear than the standard fashions. $55  

Ian Ruder, New Mobility Editor-in-Chief  

Moist Climate Gloves 

I like the Giro Xnetic H2O Biking Gloves when it’s raining or moist. They keep heat even when moist, and dry shortly. $37  

Mat Barton, Cartoonist/Illustrator  

GoFit Muscle Therapeutic massage Hook  

This contraption helps therapeutic massage knots out of tight traps and different muscle groups. At the same time as a quad, I can get a great quantity of strain into the knots with its design. $35  

Jenny Smith, Contributor  

TOLOCO Therapeutic massage Gun  

I exploit this for my sore shoulders and arms (particularly after I’ve executed plenty of pushing) and tight again muscle groups and hip flexors. $40  

Teal Sherer, New Mobility Social Media Director   

Billy Footwear  

With trendy, snug sneakers designed by a quad for folks with restricted hand perform, Billy provides loads of nice designs to maintain your toes trying good. Learn full assessment. $45+  

Mike Franz, Contributor  

Braun Epilator Silk-epil 3 3-270, Hair Elimination Gadget  

As a quad, I wanted assist shaving my legs till I found an epilator. An epilator pulls hair from the basis with its miniature tweezers. Sitting in mattress, I can “shave” my legs with out help. $40  

Jenny Smith, Contributor  

Large Items (Over $100)  

Sierra Consolation Low-Stage Transportable Therapeutic massage Desk  

This desk is low sufficient that I can switch instantly over from my chair, and it provides a extra strong floor than a mattress for yoga and stretching. It’s fairly light-weight, so if I must fold it up and push it right into a nook, I can do it alone. $249  

Regan Linton, Contributor  

Energetic Arms Kitchen Pack Deluxe   

Any adaptive system that makes cooking simpler is value its weight in gold. The Deluxe Set provides good financial savings over shopping for the ten objects individually. Learn full assessment. $110  

Mike Franz, Contributor  

Vicair AllRounder O2 Cushion  

A good way to guard your butt exterior of the wheelchair. In case you have sensation, it’s snug too. Learn full assessment. $247  

Jen French, Contributor  

Push Lox    

They are often expensive however you’ll by no means purchase one other set of brakes. The chair will probably be barely wider and can wiggle slightly however the brakes won’t give out throughout a switch. (For pricing inquiries, go to the Push Lox web site.) 

Jen French, Contributor