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From Misdiagnosis to Clarity: Living with Multiple Sclerosis in Nigeria
Every year, World MS Day brings people together to raise awareness and challenge the barriers faced by those living with multiple sclerosis (MS). This year’s theme, "Diagnosis", focuses on the power and importance of early detection. In line with this, we bring you the story of Stephanie Douglas, a marketing content creator at Participant Assistive Products, who was diagnosed with MS in 2021. Her journey is one of pain, resilience, and hope, a reflection of what too many peop


Case Study: How Cub Gave Benson, and His Mother, Their Days Back
CEREBRAL PALSY | SPASTIC DIPLEGIA | GMFCS 5 | INFORMAL SETTLEMENT Clinical Snapshot Client Presentation Device Configuration Diagnosis: Cerebral Palsy, high, spastic diplegic presentation Product: Cub Wheelchair GMFCS Level: 5 Key Focus: Mobility in an informal settlement on rough terrain Tone & Spasticity: Tone within normal limits; extension spasticity pattern Accessories Used: Tray, All Terrain Accessory Setup Time: 1 hour The Clinical Challenge: Terrain That


Case Study: How a New Wheelchair Helped a Sixth Grader Belong Fully at School
CEREBRAL PALSY | SCHOOL INTEGRATION | POSTURAL SUPPORT | PEER ENGAGEMENT Clinical Snapshot Client Presentation Device Configuration Diagnosis: Cerebral Palsy (affects muscle movement, balance, and posture) Product: Cub Wheelchair GMFCS Level: 5 Key Focus: Stable, upright seating at classroom desk height Tone & Spasticity: Extension pattern (strong outward/straightening pattern) Accessories Used: Tray, All Terrain wheel, full PSD set Age / Setting: 12 years old; s


Case Study: How the Cub Wheelchair Gave Alice Her First True Ride
CASK DISEASE | HIGH TONE, MIXED SPASTICITY | GMFCS 4 | EPILEPSY Clinical Snapshot Client Presentation Device Configuration Diagnosis: CASK Disease (rare neurological disorder affecting brain development); recently diagnosed epilepsy with daily seizures Product: Cub Wheelchair GMFCS Level: 4 Setup Time: 1 hour Tone & Spasticity: High tone; mixed spasticity pattern Accessories Used: Tray, All Terrain wheel, full PSD set Setting: Urban; Frequent air travel The Clini


Case Study: How a Secure Wheelchair Helped a Young Girl Engage Fully at Her Day Center
CEREBRAL PALSY | INDEPENDENT SITTING | RURAL ACCESS | DAY CENTER PARTICIPATION Clinical Snapshot Client Presentation Device Configuration Diagnosis: Cerebral Palsy (required physical support to sit upright) Product: Cub Wheelchair GMFCS Level: 5 Setup Time: 2 hours Baseline Function: Unable to maintain an upright seated position independently Accessories Used: Tray, All Terrain wheel, full PSD set Setting: Rural home with grandparents; daily travel to a day cente


Case Study: How the Cub Wheelchair Extended Outdoor Access for a Child with a Rare Chromosomal Deletion
RARE CHROMOSOMAL DELETION | MIXED/STRONG TONE | ROUGH TERRAIN | ALL-TERRAIN FRONT WHEEL Clinical Snapshot Client Presentation Device Configuration Diagnosis: Rare chromosomal deletion disorder; non-verbal, full-time wheelchair user Product: Cub Wheelchair GMFCS Level: 5 Setup Time: 2 hours Tone & Spasticity: Mixed, strong tone pattern Accessories Used: Tray, All Terrain wheel, full PSDs, all-terrain front wheel Setting: Rural; Frequent outdoor recreation The Clin


How To Fold Cub
Here is a quick step-by-step summary of how to fold the Cub Wheelchair: Lower the Push Handle:[00:13]. Press the height adjustment buttons on both sides of the push handle and slide it down to its lowest setting. Extend Footrests:[00:22]. Press the knee angle adjustment buttons on both footrests and extend them out to their maximum range. Fold the Backrest:[00:30]. Push the recline lever with your thumb, squeeze the recline bar, and fold the backrest flat. Secure with the Ret


Bridging the Global Divide: Delivering High-Quality Mobility Where It's Needed Most
In a world increasingly interconnected, it’s a sad reality that access to essential products often remains uneven, particularly when it comes to medical devices. For millions of people living in Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs), the journey towards independence and participation can be hampered not just by a lack of resources, but by a stark global disparity in the quality and availability of assistive technology. We’ve all seen it: a company sells a premium product in


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