A wheelchair that is not suitable is not only uncomfortable and unsafe to ride, but also likely to cause secondary injuries to the rider. Therefore, it is important to choose a suitable wheelchair, and we will introduce how to choose a suitable wheelchair.
Here is the list of contents:
Judgment according to the physical condition of the rider
Need to choose the wheelchair according to the environment in which it will be used
The choice is based on the purpose of the wheelchair
Judgment according to the physical condition of the rider
If the physical condition of the rider is good, the upper body control ability is strong, and clear thinking, only lower limb dysfunction or long-distance walking strain, you can choose a general self-propelled wheelchair, this style of wheelchair rear wheels with hand. If the family has good economic conditions, they can also consider choosing a multifunctional or electric wheelchair.
If the rider has limited legs, is not thinking enough, and has a caregiver, you can choose a caregiver wheelchair, which has small rear wheels without a push ring and requires a caregiver to push before walking.
If the rider is paralyzed and has no control over urination or defecation, it is necessary to choose a wheelchair with a seat. A wheelchair with a seat has a seat core on the seat cushion and a toilet underneath the seat cushion, so when the rider needs to defecate, he or she only needs to pull down the seat core for convenience.
If the rider is a patient with stroke, total paralysis, hemiplegia, or other poor body control, it is necessary to prepare a high-backed wheelchair with a full or half reclining backrest.
In the case of orthopedic foot patients with lower limb fractures or stiffness, it is best to choose a high-backed full or semi-reclining wheelchair, which is fully reclining or semi-reclining wheelchairs can raise the hanging feet, so that the rider's legs are flat on the hanging feet to avoid poor blood flow to the rider's legs, with a backrest that can be tilted back to avoid long-term use of the rider's lumbar spine and tailbone injury.
If the rider is a child, it is necessary to choose a suitable children's wheelchair for the child according to his or her physical condition within the category of children's wheelchairs.
If the passenger is overweight and weighs more than 100 kg, consider choosing a reinforced wheelchair for him/her. The maximum weight capacity of a reinforced wheelchair is generally around 150 kg.
Need to choose the wheelchair according to the environment in which it will be used
If the user lives in a humid environment, on a high floor, and needs to move the wheelchair frequently, then it is recommended that the rider choose a wheelchair made of aluminum alloy, which is relatively less prone to rusting in a humid environment for a long time and is lighter in weight and less laborious to move.
The choice is based on the purpose of the wheelchair
When the rider needs to move frequently between the wheelchair and the bed or seat, it is recommended to choose a multifunctional wheelchair with detachable or liftable armrests and detachable hanging feet, which can make the wheelchair dock seamlessly with the bed or seat after the armrests are detached and shorten the distance of movement of the rider after the hanging feet are detached, making it safer and more convenient for the rider to move.
If the rider needs to go out frequently, such as to the hospital, park, or travel, you can choose a portable wheelchair, a portable wheelchair backrest, and hanging feet that can be folded, this wheelchair is lightweight and folded compact size, can be put into the trunk of the car or the space between the two rows of seats in the car.
If the rider often needs to travel long distances, such as to work or school, you can choose an electric wheelchair for the rider.
To choose a suitable wheelchair, in addition to the above-mentioned conditions of the rider, the user also needs to consider the quality, price, and after-sales service of the wheelchair when purchasing it. The only way to choose a wheelchair with good quality, affordable price, and good after-sales service that meets your needs is to choose a suitable wheelchair. The above is about the wheelchair selection, if you are interested in a wheelchair, you can contact us. Our website is www.topmediwheelchair.com.
