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Adventure Accessibility

Wheelchair innovation expands boundaries for the differently abled

Implications - A new sense of independence is being gained by the differently abled as innovations that allow for adventurous excursions rise. Wheelchairs for rough terrain or mountain slopes expand what's possible for those with decreased mobility, which in turn opens up potential for other market segments for expansion.
Trend Themes
1. Innovative Wheelchair Design - Advancements in wheelchair technology have allowed for increased independence and accessibility for the differently abled.
2. All-terrain Mobility - The development of all-terrain mobility vehicles innovates outdoor exploration for the differently abled.
3. Multi-purpose Accessibility - Creating multi-purpose wheelchairs, such as sport-focused or adjustable options, expands opportunities for the differently abled.
Industry Implications
1. Medical Devices - The medical device industry can utilize innovative wheelchair designs to expand their product offerings.
2. Outdoor and Adventure Industry - All-terrain mobility vehicles and wheelchair designs create opportunities for the outdoor and adventure industry to expand their consumer base.
3. Sports Equipment - Multi-purpose wheelchairs designed for sports allow the sports equipment industry to cater to a wider range of athletes.
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Featured Examples

Extreme All-Terrain Wheelchairs
Extreme All-Terrain Wheelchairs
The Ziesel Off-Road Vehicle Lets You Shred While Seated
The Ziesel off-road vehicle from Mattro Mobility Revolutions is quite possibly the world’s most handicap-friendly outdoor toy. This off-roader is essentially a wheelchair on steroids. It is... MORE
Off-Road Wheelchairs
Off-Road Wheelchairs
The HexHog Offers Wheelchair Users Unprecedented Access Outdoors
While traditional wheelchairs offer sufficient mobility to those who aren’t able to get around on foot, navigating through rough, outdoor terrains can be almost impossible, which is why the... MORE
Mountain Biking Wheelchairs
Mountain Biking Wheelchairs
The GRIT Freedom Chair is An All-Terrain Wheelchair
The GRIT Freedom Chair is a mountain biking wheelchair that allows people with disabilities to enjoy all-terrain outdoor activities. The chair is part mountain bike and part recreational sport... MORE
Ski-Simulating Sit-Cycles
Ski-Simulating Sit-Cycles
The Sway Recreational Vehicle Imitates the Act of Carving Through Snow
It’s the off-season and you miss the feeling of carving down snowy ski hills since the temperature rose. The Sway Recreational Vehicle has been designed to recreate that experience on dry... MORE
Transforming Paraplegic Bicycles
Transforming Paraplegic Bicycles
The eV Electric Wheelchair Can Transform Before Your Very Eyes
Working together, Samuel Uebersax and Andreas Bhend have created designs and a working prototype for a transforming wheelchair called the eV Electric Wheelchair. The eV Electric Wheelchair gets its... MORE
Adjustable Athletic Wheelchairs
Adjustable Athletic Wheelchairs
The CrossTrainer by Andrew Lowe Makes Sport Participation Easier
Being bound to a wheelchair hasn’t stopped some people from embracing their love of sports and the CrossTrainer by Andrew Lowe, a student designer hailing from the Great White North, makes... MORE

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