Over the last two years, I've published 24 blogs on a variety of topics. Many were focused on sporting wheelchair technology, however over the last 6 months, I was particularly excited to work on the WheelPower Collections and write the ‘From the archives’ blogs. Read more
Rosemary Hall, NPHT volunteer, discusses some of the advantages and challenges of conducting oral history interviews. Read more
In collaboration with Glasgow University and Sporting Heritage, Sam Brady PhD research student will be investigating the social, political and technical 'History of the Sports Wheelchair’. For further information please contact Sam Brady on [email protected].
This blog considers the nature of the technological development of the sports wheelchair as it relates to the wider community of athletes. Using my oral history interviews I look at whether development was driven by competition or co-operation. Read more
Dr Jennifer Stratton has launched a number of educational resources to help people understand the world of adaptive sport. This video highlights how athlete agency plays a part in the evolution of sporting wheelchairs. Read more
Most of my research is in the history of sport however this podcast with the ISCoS presented an opportunity to broaden my horizons and share this historical narrative with those in the medical field. Read more
Facebook groups about wheelchair sports, ran by and for ex-athletes and others with an interest, have provided a wonderful way to research this history in greater detail. Read more
The negatively cambered rear wheel is an important factor in the development of dedicated sporting wheelchairs. How was camber introduced to wheelchairs and who made these developments? Read more
Why did athletes and manufacturers make certain design tweaks, introduce new materials, or alter the overall shape of the chair? Read more
Sam Brady reflects on how this year has affected his research and the advantages and disadvantages it’s presented. Read more
One of the most vital ways to share new developments as adaptive sports began to grow in size worldwide was in magazines and printed publications, such as Sports ‘n’ Spokes. Read more
It’s all well and good saying that my project is about sports wheelchair history, but what exactly is a sports wheelchair? Read more
This year’s Disability History Month theme is, ‘Access – How far have we come and how far have we to go?’ This month’s blogpost considers this idea in respect to my research around sporting wheelchairs. Read more