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The Advantages Of Electric Mobility Scooters

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

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In recent years, technological advancements and innovations have made things faster, smaller, cheaper and easier to operate. This is not only the case for the young and healthy, but also for the elderly or those with certain physical disabilities. Such innovations have allowed the blind to read, the deaf to hear and speak and the [...]

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Wheelchair Sports: Important Role in Athletics

Saturday, September 4, 2010

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Role of Wheelchair Sports The Role of the World Wheelchair Sports Organization Ask any disabled athlete if they would jump at the chance to compete against able-bodied athletes, and they would probably give you an emphatic "Yes!" Whether it's crossing the finish line in a track meet, or kayaking on the river, having the opportunity to participate in the same athletic activity as an able-bodied person is the goal of disabled athletes everywhere. That's also the goal of World Wheelchair Sports (WWS), an organization dedicated to providing outdoor activities for people with mobility impairments. Founded in 1990 and based in Eugene, Oregon, World Wheelchair Sports believes physical fitness is vital to everyone, regardless of disability

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