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Tuesday, 29 April 2014

Disability Won't Stop Strictly Wheels Star!

Paula Moulton became reliant on a wheelchair when complications after pneumonia and MRSA left her with damage to her pelvis. An impromptu dance lesson however set her on a course which has changed her life – and attitude to disability. 

You may recognise Paula as one half of Strictly Wheels, a wheelchair dancing couple, who compete for Team GB at IPC Level, or from her appearance on Britain’s Got Talent – where they went on to become semi-finalists.


Paula has started using an Ottobock Ventus wheelchair as her daily use chair, which has been designed to keep up with her active lifestyle.

“It’s amazing the difference a wheelchair can make”, explains Paula Moulton. “I often struggle with spasms, but after a whole day in this chair, this has reduced. I also noticed I use less energy, which is so important for me to have in a wheelchair.”

Paula wants to raise awareness about the benefit of being active. Her advice to others: “To be active in a wheelchair doesn’t mean you have to tumble on a rugby pitch or sprint for a basketball. There are plenty of sports out there that can keep your body fit and your mind active. Participating in sports such as wheelchair dancing can really help you build confidence – as well as fitness and strength of mind and with the right mind set you can achieve more than you ever thought possible.”