Archive for October 2009
Little girl on her AmTryke
United Cerebral Palsy of Nassau County will be playing host to an exciting AmTryke Inservice on November 10th. Therapists will be given an opportunity to see the various bikes up close, understand the benefits and learn how to fit and evaluate their clients for an AmTryke. Riders will also get the chance to be evaluated by a therapist and take an actual bike for a test ride.
This is a very special event as it is rare to have the manufacturer and therapists along with a huge assortment of bikes and accessories all together at one time so close to home. So please mark November 10th on your calendar!
Please click here to register or ask a question!
AmTryke Therapeutic Tricycle
The fun and freedom of riding your own bike is something everyone should be able to enjoy. Now, thanks to the AmTryke® therapeutic tricycle, even individuals who are unable to operate a traditional bike can finally realize this wonderful experience.
Established in 1994, AmTryke®, LLC is a company owned and operated by National AMBUCS™, Inc. AMBUCS is a national non-profit service organization dedicated to creating mobility and independence for people with disabilities.
To date, over 9,400 AmTryke vehicles have been distributed around the world. The majority of these trykes are purchased by volunteer members of the AMBUCS organization and donated free of charge to financially-needy children.
These unique tricycles, which can be hand and/or foot operated, are designed to accommodate riders of all ages, sizes, and varying degrees of physical limitations.
Both physical and occupational therapists acknowledge the AmTryke tricycle’s many therapeutic benefits, citing improved motor skills, strength development and self-esteem.
Sean is a little boy who lives in Kansas and I wanted to share this video to help illustrate what we’d like to see a lot more of here on Long Island.
