Complex Rehab Technology

Kern Medical Supply, LLC is Kern Countys preferred provider for Complex Rehab Technology. We service people of all ages in our local communities with individually configured, medically necessary adaptive equipment solutions that allow them to live life to their fullest. We are a provider for industry-leading manufacturers and our Rehab Team works collaboratively to tailor quality products to an individual’s specific needs to maximize function and independence.

With a proper piece of adaptive equipment, an individual is able to live healthier, more independent, and enjoy a better quality of life. When done correctly, this equipment can also reduce the client’s pain, improve breathing, improve stability so they have less fatigue, improve skin integrity, improve positioning for long-term health and help to progress to a stage of independent transfers.

Diagnoses that can require Complex Rehab Technology:

Amputation
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
Anterior horn cell diseases
Arthrogryposis
Cerebellar degeneration
Cerebral Palsy
Demyelinating diseases
Dystonia
Huntington’s chorea
Multiple Sclerosis
Muscular Dystrophy
Myelopathy
Osteogenesis imperfecta
Paralysis or paresis (Stroke)
Post-polio paralysis
Progressive Muscular Atrophy
Spina Bifida
Spinal cord injury
Spinocerebellar disease
Traumatic brain injury

Individually Configured Product Offerings Available at Kern Medical Supply, LLC:

Complex Power Wheelchair Systems
Highly Configurable Manual Wheelchairs
Power Operated Vehicles (Scooters)
Pediatric Strollers
Tilt in Space Wheelchairs

Meet Our Rehab Team

We have over 10 years of industry experience with CRT. We work closely with medical professionals – Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists to optimally configure CRT that is most appropriate for the individual and their lifestyle. We work with all major local insurers in the State of California to utilize insurance benefits whenever possible. Our team continues to support the client throughout the life cycle of the equipment with product adjustments, growth or change of condition adaptation, routine maintenance, and repair of equipment, as well as reprogramming and diagnostic testing of equipment electronics.

Tracy M. Hughes

ATP, CRT, Rehab tech II

Tracy Hughes is a certified Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) with 10 years of experience dedicated to enhancing the independence and quality of life for individuals with disabilities. With a background in Rehabilitation Technology, Tracy specializes in conducting comprehensive needs assessments, recommending appropriate adaptive equipment, and providing crucial training to clients, families, and care teams.
Tracy’s expertise spans a wide range of solutions, including augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems, adaptive computer hardware and software (such as screen readers and speech-to-text), mobility aids, and environmental controls. A strong advocate for accessibility and inclusion, Tracy is passionate about leveraging innovative technology to solve real-world problems and empower individuals to achieve their personal and professional goals. Tracy is dedicated to staying current with emerging technologies and best practices through ongoing professional development, ensuring clients receive the most effective and personalized solutions available.

Mary A. Kaplan

ATP, RRT

Mary Kaplan is an Assistive Technology Professional (ATP) passionate about connecting individuals with disabilities to the tools and solutions that foster greater independence. With a foundation in Medicine and 10 years of experience, Mary’s focus is on providing person-centered assessments and customized technology integration, whether it’s for enhanced mobility, communication, or daily living activities. She thrives on problem-solving and collaborating with clients and their support networks to develop effective, tailored strategies that make a meaningful difference in their lives.”