Van Raam produces uniquely special needs bicycles and specializes in tricycles, transport bikes, scooterbikes, wheelchair bikes, tandem bikes, double rider bikes, and low step trough bikes (also known as comfortbikes). Each model is also available as an electric bike (Pedelec).
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A balance disorder is a condition that impedes the balancing centers in the inner ear in its functioning. Driving and cycling becomes virtually impossible and you lose a large part of your personal freedom. With an adaptive bike from Van Raam it is possible to keep cycling.
For people with Down's syndrome, movement is not always easy. They often have less coordination and the muscles are not that strong. Nevertheless, movement is very important, and so is cycling. As a manufacturer of unique special needs bikes, Van Raam offers various possibilities and solutions for cycling with Down's syndrome, both for people who can cycle independently and for people who can't (or no longer) do so.
When there is osteoarthritis in the hip (a variant of hip arthritis) the cartilage between the thigh bone and the bowl of the pelvis is worn out or even disappeared. Cycling can help slow the progression of hip osteoarthritis. Read more about cycling with hip osteoarthritis and the use of adaptive Van Raam bikes with hip osteoarthritis.
Do you have one leg and want to ride a bicycle or are you looking for someone who has one leg and wants to ride a bicycle? Cycling with one leg is possible on a Van Raam adapted bicycle. Van Raam is a manufacturer of adapted bicycles and with options and settings that are tailored to them, it is possible for you to cycle and ride alone or together (again). Read more here.
Moderate intensive exercise is very effective for people with diabetes, as it lowers blood glucose levels. Cycling is a very effective form of exercise. Van Raam makes special needs bikes for people who can no longer cycle on a regular bike with two wheels. Read more about cycling and diabetes and the use of Van Raam special needs bikes with diabetes.
Do you have a prosthesis and wonder if you can ride a bike? Cycling with a prosthesis is possible! Learn more about cycling with a prosthetic leg and arm in this article. Watch our video of our colleague Raymond cycling with his prosthetic leg. Read on and get to know our special bicycles.
You have or had a herniated disc? This is upsetting you then, surely have some questions about what else you may or may not do. It is of course not nice, but there are still possibilities like cycling. Learn in this article all about the frequently asked questions and answers about cycling with a herniated disc
Osteoarthritis is a form of rheumatism in which the quality of cartilage in joints is deteriorating. The progression of this disease can be reduced by regular exercise. Cycling with osteoarthritis is a way of moving that can have a positive effect. It strengthens the muscles, tendons and ligaments and improves your condition. You also get more confidence in yourself and your body. Read more about cycling with osteoarthritis and the use of special needs Van Raam bicycles with osteoarthritis.
An invalid bike can be the solution if you can no longer ride a regular bike with two wheels bike easily. A bicycle for an invalid can be a tricycle, but also a wheelchair bike, duo bike, tandem and low entry bike. Van Raam is a manufacturer of special needs bikes with more than 30 years of experience in these special bikes. Are you curious about these invalid bikes? Read and watch them in this article.
Are you looking for a therapeutic bike for children, and would you like to have different possibilities to be mobile with your child again? Van Raam offers adaptable bikes that are tailored to your needs. In this article you can read more about the Van Raam therapy bikes for disabled children, how they help children and their families, what children find and what options you have.
