How Much Do You Know About Wheelchair Use?-The Choice Of Wheelchair

The choice of wheelchair

Wheelchair users

1. People who have decreased or lost walking function due to various reasons, people who are forbidden to walk

2. Central nervous system disease makes independent walking dangerous

3. Senior citizens

Choose wheelchair according to disease and injury

1. Paraplegia: generally choose short armrest, install caster lock.

2. Quadriplegia: the axle should be as far back as possible, the tipping rod should be installed, and the thicker cushion should be selected.

3. Hemiplegia: those who have no cognitive impairment, good understanding ability and coordination can choose unilateral driving wheelchair. It is better to use detachable armrest when you need help to transfer.

4. Amputation: amputees of both lower limbs usually move the axle backward.

5. Lower limb disability and others: Standard wheelchairs are generally used for the lower limb disabled, and other wheelchairs are generally used for the elderly, the weak and the seriously ill.

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