Have you ever thought as to what constitutes a disability? Certainly no one would be able to provide you a "dictionary definition" for this word. Several complexities can lead to the creation of a disability. However, we need to remember that different people would define disability in a different manner. Consequently, no one would be able to provide a tailor-made definition of disability.

In general, disability is a comprehensive term that covers impairments,...

Last year I messed up my left shoulder and was told that I would need rotator cuff surgery.

I remember exactly when I did it, although at the time, it didn't seem too bad. I had some flat packed office furniture delivered for the home office. Signed for it and then decided to carry it upstairs. Being impatient to see the new stuff in situ I decided to carry it on my own rather than wait for any help.The chair was easy, the bookcase wasn't too bad but by the time I got to the desk,...

Myth:Dyslexic children are mentally retarded.
Dyslexic children usually have a normal IQ /or above IQ, however they have a difficulty in learning to read, write and spell, despite traditional teaching.Dyslexia can range from mild to moderate to severe.

Myth:Dyslexia is an illness
Dyslexia is not an illness it is a different way of thinking and using the brain.There is no cure for dyslexia.Most students however can learn to overcome their dyslexic...

Back stretching exercisesfor lower back pain is something that everyone should educate themselves on at some point in their life because odds are, everyone will experience lower back pain at some point in their life. Sometimes no matter how well we know the right and wrong ways to lifting objects, the unexpected happens. Automobile accidents have especially gone up with many people text messaging with their cell phones, after all.

If your having lower back pain, then muscle...

Taking a shower after a hip prosthesis is removed due to a staph infection or wear and tear can be a daunting task. Typically one cannot put more than 25% of one’s weight on the affected side because there is no real hip joint, just a spacer.

Even though we have two bathrooms, one has a regular bath tub, and the other has a stall shower with a step-over wall, about 6” high. To get in and out of either requires lifting the effected leg and putting full weight on it...

They are able to go forwards, backwards and of course left and right.  For quite a while they were considered to be very useful and helpful, and many people appreciated the efficiency and convenience that devices like them offered to the individuals that needed the assistance.

However, over time, as technology advanced, individuals began to start expecting more of all their technologically backed items, including mobility scooters.

And so, as...

One of the inescapable realities in the life of every individual is that of getting old as years pass by. In old age, climbing stairs of one’s own home can become a difficult task. As a solution for the mobility problems caused by physical challenges, one can opt for stair lifts designed for helping the elderly and disabled individuals to move up or down the stairs of their homes with ease. Chair lift is another name for stair lift, because a motorized chair is used to lift people...

The standing wheelchair supports the user in a near standing position so they have multiply roles as a conventional wheelchair and at the same time as a standing frame wheelchair. This allows the user the choice of sitting or standing depending on what they require. The transition is done with a hydraulic pump or electric powered assist.

The Major Benefits of using the Wheelchairs

For years wheelchairs have been designed and used to provide simple mobility and...

Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears within the first three years of life. The result of a neurological disorder that affects the functioning of the brain, autism impacts the normal development of the brain in the areas of social interaction, communication, and cognitive function.

Primary characteristics

The primary characteristics of autism include impaired reciprocal social interactions, impaired communication, and restricted...

If walking is difficult or impossible for you due to illness, injury, or disability, you'll appreciate the need to find a way to get around. Mobility is a key factor in the quality of your life. This is something a wheelchair can give you. However, getting the right wheelchair for you is a critical decision that demands careful consideration. Here's a guide to getting the right wheelchair for you.

First let's look at the types of wheelchair available.

At the most...