Living a comfortable and fulfilling life involves having the freedom to move around as needed. Wheelchair ramps offer an accessible way to travel from one place to another and are an investment in the health and safety of the wheelchair user. When choosing to buy versus rent wheelchair ramps, follow this guide encompassing the benefits […]

If you or a loved one is preparing for hip replacement surgery, a doctor may have told you that the ability to move around after surgery is very important to the recovery process. Movement keeps the muscles engaged and improves blood flow in the lower body, helping to prevent blood clots. Being able to move […]

Depending on where you live, rainfall can be frequent, or you can experience snow and ice during winter. These elements can make your wooden wheelchair ramp wet, causing a safety hazard. If exposed to the elements for too long without proper care, moisture can deteriorate your wheelchair ramp to the point where you must replace […]

When most people think of summer, they think of basking in the sun, enjoying the warm temperatures and spending time on vacation. However, some people have to worry about risks in the summer, particularly wheelchair users who need to take care of their ramp. Many wheelchair ramps are made from metal, such as aluminum, and […]

Valentine’s Day may be one of the most controversial holidays in existence. While most people can agree that love is a good thing, the capitalistic nature of this particular festive occasion often shoves an unattainable picture of romantic relationship perfection in the faces of the masses for the entire month of February. It can be …

In our latest guest blog, we brought back one of our favorites, Tasha Schuh – Speaker, Author, and Resilience Expert.  The video can be seen below, and a transcript is also provided for your convenience.

This is sure to be another challenging holiday shopping season, between mail delays, supply chain issues, and regional COVID-19 hotspots. Here are some tips from National Ramp for checking everyone off your list, while staying safe (and accessible!)

I’ve long believed that the word “disabled” is not an adjective but a past tense verb. I am “disabled” often because of the surrounding environment rather than because of any defect of my brain. In the disability community, there is a tendency to separate terms such as “difference,” “disability,” and “impairment.” These are fluid terms […]

As a disabled, young woman, I find that I spend a fair amount of time cringing. I cringe at people on the internet who think their ableist comments are worthy of their own laugh track. I cringe at people on the street who ask me wildly inappropriate questions at the absolute worst of times. I […]

Learning how to cook after becoming a wheelchair user is a crucial part of rehabilitation. It is important that you provide yourself with nutritious and cost-effective meals from home, rather than solely relying on delivery and fast food. Here are some tips to make your time in the kitchen easier. Update Your Appliances For safety, […]