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What to Do When Your Shoulders Blow Out
In our “blow out” guide to everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-shoulder-surgery- and-beyond, Bob Vogel chronicles his personal experiences with shoulder breakdown, and reports on new surgical options and alternatives.

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Quad Hands
In a series of photos and introspective essays, we look at how people with quadriplegia relate to their quad hands and what they truly mean to them.

Mouthsticks and Beyond
John Beer pays tribute to the trusty mouthstick and looks to what the future holds for those who rely on mandibular manipulation.

Gear Guide: Lifts
Whether you’re looking for floor lifts, ceiling tracks, portable options or solutions for unique situations, Kenny Salvini's extensive survey has all the info to help you make the right purchase.

The Accessible Map Man
Wheelchair-using engineer Sasha Blair-Goldensohn is working behind the scenes to make Google Maps more accessible. Steve Wright and Seth McBride have the profile.

The Inaccessible Path to Enlightenment
Nickole Cheron set off on a 10-day spiritual retreat seeking a profound experience, but what she got was a sometimes hilarious, often-frustrating lesson in ableism.