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25 March 2023 | vehicleseating, vehiclefoam, wheelchairaccessible,

Exploring Vehicle Seat Foam: Shapes and Materials for Comfort and Safety..

Vehicle seat foam is an essential component of automotive seating systems that provides comfort and support to passengers during long rides. The shape and material of the foam used for vehicle seats can significantly impact the comfort and safety of passengers. In this blog, we will discuss the different types of shapes and materials used for vehicle seat foam and how they cater to the needs of various passengers, including differently-abled individuals.

21 March 2023 | standingdesk, ergonomics, indiastandingdesk,

Caruna Height Adjustable Standing Desks: Spatial and Technical Advantages of a Single Column Design..

Sitting for long hours is becoming a common issue among people who work on desks, resulting in various health problems like back pain, neck pain, and obesity. This is where standing desks come in as an excellent solution to the problem.

04 March 2023 | assistivetechnology, automotiveaccessibility, swivelseats,

The Advantages of Crash Safe Automotive Swivel Seats over Local Customizations..

Automotive swivel seats are an essential innovation for individuals with mobility impairments. These seats make it easier for them to enter and exit the car, which greatly improves their quality of life. However, installing swivel seats is not a simple matter of attaching a new seat to the car's floor.

24 January 2023 | assistivetechnology, spasms, wheelchairaccessible,

Spasms during paraplegic vehicle patient transfers..

Spasms are an involuntary and sudden contraction of muscles that can cause pain, discomfort, and even loss of balance or control of movement. Paraplegics and spinal injury patients often experience spasms, particularly during wheelchair to vehicle transfers, and when they are picked up and lowered down manually with the help of a caregiver or assistant.

22 February 2023 | patienttransfers, wheelchaircartransfers, multiplesclerosis,

Height Differences during Patient Transfers..

Patient transfers are an essential aspect of healthcare that involves moving patients between different surfaces or locations, such as from a bed to a wheelchair, or from a wheelchair to a car seat. However, the height differences between these surfaces can pose significant challenges and risks to both the patient and the caregiver, particularly when the patient has limited mobility or strength.

25 February 2023 | spinalinjury, electricwheelchair, wheelchairaccessible,

Spinal injury categories and the recommended travel accessories ..

Spinal cord injuries can have a significant impact on an individual’s life. The severity and location of the injury determine the extent of the damage and the potential long-term effects. Regular medical checkups are crucial for managing complications and preventing further damage. Car wheelchair transfer devices provide a solution for transportation to medical appointments, enabling patients to maintain their physical and psychological well-being.

27 December 2022 | assistivetechnology, electricwheelchair, wheelchairaccessible,

Biomechanics of wheelchair transfers..

Vehicle travel is a sign of society's independence, community, and vocational engagement, regardless of the type of locomotor mobility issues a person has.

25 December 2022 | assistivetechnology, electricwheelchair, wheelchairaccessible,

THINGS TO CONSIDER FOR ELDERLY, DIFFERENTLY-ABLED TRAVEL IN VEHICLES- comfort, safety and restraints, ease-of-use..

Wheelchair-accessible vehicles have become more prominent over the past few years thanks to government automotive regulations that have standardized their manufacture, distribution, installation, and usage.

20 November 2022 | assistivetechnology, design,

New Product by India-Based Caruna Seating..

When a loved one has mobility issues, it can be hard for them to enter or exit a hatchback or SUV. The high seats and small doorways can make it difficult for them to maneuver their way in and out of the vehicle, making traveling to important medical appointments a challenge.

29 April 2021 | assistivetechnology, design, standing desk

Workplace wellness at home and the office

We@Caruna Seatings created HAST, an automatic height adjusting table to alleviate discomfort & pain during long hours of working. As per medical research, the perching position is the best position for the back to work f...

22 April 2021 | assistivetechnology, biomechanics, design, standing desk

Ergonomics of working from home during COVID

Apart from taking micro-breaks to improve efficiency during work from home (WFH), working with the right posture, switching between postures and having an adequate space for ergonomic movement of different...

4 March 2021 | biomechanics, design, standing desk

Biomechanics of workstation standing desks

Workstation postures are more important than you can imagine. With average sit periods now extending to 1.5 hours, the spinal loads due to passive sitting have an adverse effect on the tissues of the musculoskeletal syst...

21 February 2020 | design, seating

Pondy startup made car mobility possible for elder & specialabled

Pondicherry is known for it’s beautiful architecture, serene nature and spiritual people. The influence of Sri Aurobindo and Mother is unmistakable. This environment is so conducive to creativity, that when Ashwin came b...