Donating our old tech to the Turing Trust…

Here at Active Hands we like to do our bit for the environment. We’ve recently upgraded some of our computers and old tech and donated the old ones to the Turing Trust. But that’s not all we do for our environment… You may have notice if you’ve ordered from us before that we often send …

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Trabasack: The Ultimate Lap Tray for Wheelchair Users

Mike reviews the Trabasack, the most Accessible Lap Tray for Wheelchair Users In this article, we introduce Mike Nevin who has been using trabasacks for many years and explore the benefits of Trabasack lap trays designed specifically for wheelchair users, providing a convenient and accessible solution for dining and computing: Hitchhikers’ Guide to a Tray: […]

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SDMotion Trike dimensions

SDMotion Trike dimensions to help with transporting

The SDMotion Trike has been designed with transportation in mind so you can visit your favourite outdoor places that aren’t on your doorstep. Some vehicles will be big enough to fit the SDMotion Trike without having to fold it or you may have a rack fitted to your vehicle that the Trike can sit and be secured onto. The SDMotion Trike can be folded to a cube and will fit into the boot of most hatchback cars. The SDMotion Trike has quick-release wheels which can easily be removed to help with transporting and the joystick is also removable. The Trike weights 37.2kg without the battery. The SDMotion Trike measurements are 130cm x 73cm x 88.5cm. When folded the dimensions are 87cm x 61cm x 58cm. The images below show the dimensions of the assembled Trike and the dimensions of the Trike when folded:Dimensions of the SDMotion Trike joystick powered…

ePush all terrain wheelchair how to use video

The ePush is our electric assist all terrain wheelchair. The steering, braking and driving takes place in the push handle located behind the seated rider. The ePush is designed to tackle uneven ground and offers a safe and comfortable ride and is very popular with families looking for an outdoor wheelchair. It can be pushed manually and when the going gets tough, such as steeper and tougher terrain it can be easily switched to electric assist mode. In this video, inventor Tim Morgan explains how to use, ride and work the eKit of the ePush. For full specification and product information visit the ePush product page.

There are lots of different ways you can use the EazyHold straps

Kidz to Adultz South – What a Day!

We had a lovely (sunny!) day at Kidz to Adultz South in Farnborough last week. It was busy as ever with lots of families & Occupational Therapists coming to try out our products, see what’s new, and attend CPD seminars. As a small business without a physical shop, exhibitions are a great opportunity for us …

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Image shows a black glove designed for someone with missing fingers. The gloves have two fingers and are black leather.

Bespoke Gloves for those with Limb Difference

After months of feeling the cold, many of us are thrilled to be feeling glimpses of summer warmth. Despite this, at Active Hands, we are already thinking ahead to next winter and how to help our customers keep warm when the cold weather returns, with some clever bespoke gloves.  There is little worse than needing to …

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