Convaid Presents New & Improved Cuddlebug Tilt Wheelchair

TORRANCE, Calif. (July 19, 2011) –The CuddleBug pediatric wheelchair, known for its variety of positioning options, has been revamped with more durable and stylish upholstery, as well as wider wheels to enhance the mobility of children from 6 months to 4 years old. Now constructed with Cordura fabric and a color palette inspired by the latest styles, the early intervention chair is more resistant than ever to abrasions, tears and scuffs. The new wider wheels provide added stability and a more comfortable ride on uneven terrain. In addition, the rear wheels now feature convenient quick release, allowing for easy transport and storage. The new and improved chair is now available for purchase. CuddleBug features include:

• New and improved Cordura upholstery
• New wider wheels
• New quick release rear wheels
• Tilt-in-space mobility base with 5º – 30º of adjustable tilt and a unique compact fold
• 90º -160º of adjustable recline
• High / Low settings - 7" of seat to floor adjustment with the child in the seat and without the use of tools
• In-depth positioning
• WC19 crash tested transit models

The CuddleBug chair is known for its multitude of positioning options, which includes the Tilt, Recline and High/Low Features - two pieces of equipment are no longer needed to achieve these functions. Accessories are also available to ensure each chair is customized perfectly for the customer. Storage trays, headrest covers and utility bags make up a snapshot of available options. For over 30 years, Convaid has been dedicated to helping children with special needs. Their mission is to be sensitive to the broad needs of physically challenged children, and just as important, to the needs of the caregivers. By aiming to provide the best combination of corrective positioning, comfort, durability and safety for the child, in a product that is both attractive and convenient to use by the caregiver, Convaid has rightfully become an industry leader.

About Convaid: Convaid specializes in a complete range of pediatric strollers, pediatric wheelchairs and adult wheelchairs. The special needs wheelchair product line has advanced design, seating and mobility combinations for a variety of special needs and physical disabilities. Many options & accessories equip the wheelchairs for rehab seating and advanced positioning with custom accuracy. Convaid is known globally as the OEM for the following Wheelchair brands: Cruiser, EZ Rider, Metro, Rodeo, Profiler, Scout, Safari, Mountee, Compax, Cuddlebug, Convertible and Profiler. Convaid is a registered member of the following organizations: NCART = www.ncartcoalition.org NRRTS = www.nrrts.org Texas Rehab Providers Council = www.txrpc.org RESNA = www.resna.org All Convaid pediatric strollers, pediatric wheelchairs and adult wheelchairs are backed by a lifetime warranty, meet all wheelchair safety requirements, are ANSI/RESNA WC19 compliant and are made in the USA. For more information on the company or products please visit www.convaid.com or call 1-888-CONVAID. Press questions can be directed to Denise Heady at The Kreisler Group – denise.heady@kreislermediagroup.com or 562.472.2787.