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Wheelchair users say private equity is making repairs harder

Monday, June 29, 2026


Wheelchair users report experiencing longer delays in obtaining repairs after private equity firms have acquired mobility equipment companies. Consolidation in the industry has coincided with extended wait times for repair services. Users say these delays limit their mobility and access to community activities. Some report health concerns related to extended periods without properly functioning equipment.

Original reporting: https://www.npr.org/2026/06/29/nx-s1-5860877/wheelchair-users-say-private-equity-is-making-repairs-harder

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