Orlando boy receives mobile stander to boost mobility and independence

A 5-year-old Orlando boy born with spina bifida has received a new mobile stander designed to give him greater mobility and independence.Wheelchairs 4 Kids provided the equipment to Ryder with financial support from the Gerner Family Charitable Foundation.The stander supports Ryder while he is upright, helping him maintain strength and flexibility in his lower body. Its wheels also allow him to move around, interact with others and participate more independently in everyday activities.Ryder enjoys digging in the sandbox, collecting rocks and visiting horses during equine therapy. He also enjoys reading, listening to music with his sister and spending time with his family’s pets.The new equipment will give him more opportunities to explore those interests while continuing to develop his physical abilities.Wheelchairs 4 Kids provides wheelchairs, adaptive equipment and home and vehicle modifications at no cost to families of children with physical disabilities.Click here to download our