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Shandra's story

Making Room For Study And Working Life

Shandra lives with Friedreich's ataxia and pursued a PhD in genetics. Her story describes how changes in coordination and mobility affected her working day in the laboratory, and why she was interested in a different form of walking support.

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Shandra lives with Friedreich's ataxia and pursued a PhD in genetics. Her story describes how changes in coordination and mobility affected her working day in the laboratory, and why she was interested in a different form of walking support.

Her goals centred on taking part in research and continuing her studies. The account offers a practical example of considering mobility equipment around an activity and environment, rather than defining a person by their diagnosis.

Friedreich's ataxia Ataxia
Based on a published LifeGlider customer account. Summarised by Mobility UK.

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