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Resources for AgrAbility Virginia

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Assistive Technologies for Upper Extremity Mobility on the Farm Oct 14, 2021 ALCE-260NP
Assistive Technologies to Improve Safety & Accessibility on Small Scale Diversified Vegetable Farms & Home Gardens Sep 7, 2021 ALCE-269NP
Physical Therapy: How to Meet the Needs of Farmers
This publication serves as a guide for physical therapists and other health professionals to effectively support aging farmers, individuals with disabilities or injuries, farm families, and beginning farmers, health professionals must recognize the distinct physical, environmental, and cultural demands of agricultural life. By integrating wellness and rehabilitation strategies that align with farmers’ goals and work realities, physical therapists and other providers can help ensure continuity in agricultural livelihoods and enhance overall quality of life.
Sep 15, 2025 ALCE-327NP