Beth Smith at a park near her home in Albany, Calif. Smith is part of a lawsuit against Kaiser Foundation Health Plan and a California state agency alleging discrimination against disabled people.

Whether you’ve sprained an ankle or broken your leg, self-propelled wheelchairs are ideal for short-term use and recovery. These types of wheelchairs are easy to transport in any standard vehicle and ...

Unlike a conventional wheelchair, a reclining wheelchair has a tall backrest that is adjustable. Recliners commonly have padded leg rests and headrests, though not all models come standard with these ...

When choosing a manual wheelchair, there are several factors to consider to find the best option for your needs. Here are some things to think about when making your purchase decision: What are the ...

Beth Smith dreads the day when her wheelchair finally gives out. The aging chair has functioned as an extension of her body for roughly a decade, ferrying the 62-year-old to the transit station near ...

Whether you need a self-propelled wheelchair during medical recovery or rehabilitation or suffer from mobility issues, electric wheelchairs can be a prohibitively expensive investment. Drive Medical — ...