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Compact Wheelchair, Hands-Free Exoskeleton and Authentic Disability Representation

New Mobility highlights a compact power chair, a self-balancing exoskeleton, authentic casting in film and support services for people with SCI.

Compact Wheelchair, Hands-Free Exoskeleton and Authentic Disability Representation

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A Smaller Power Chair

Permobil’s M4 Nexa is designed for adolescents and smaller adults who need tilt, recline, seat elevation and elevating leg rests. The mid-wheel-drive chair places all four features on a compact frame, addressing a need often met previously with full-size power chairs.

Hands-Free Mobility Concept

Wandercraft’s Eve is described as a self-balancing personal exoskeleton for everyday life. The device is intended to let users stand and walk hands-free, unlike exoskeletons that commonly require forearm crutches and sufficient hand and arm function. The manufacturer’s stated target includes adults with spinal cord injury at any neurological level.

Film and SCI Support

The dance drama Ballroom features wheelchair user Madeline Delp as Violet, an aspiring dancer paralyzed in a car accident. A body double performs scenes in which Violet stands, while Cheryl Angelleli consulted on representation. The film is streaming on major platforms. Separately, the Kessler Foundation’s SCI Navigator pairs participants with two professionals who have SCI experience, helping with paperwork, disability programs, home-modification assistance and transportation to medical appointments.

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