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FAQ When Buying a Wheelchair – Part 1
Here are the most frequently asked questions from families of wheelchair users or users themselves: Aren’t all wheelchairs the same? I can’t see a difference… There are so many brands and models! Which one is the most suitable for me? What?! There are also different sizes? If I buy the bigger one it will be more comfortable and cost-effective, right? ... Read More>
How to Prevent Elderly Users from Sliding and Leaning Forward on the Wheelchair
When it is time to move the elderly user from the wheelchair to the bed, an awful sound ensues. The sound of Velcro ripping apart that is holding the elderly user in the chair. We hear all the time families telling us they use the straps because their elderly relative will “fall forward”, is “easily agitated” or even “because it is ... Read More>
How do you Know if your Client Could Benefit from Using a Power Wheelchair? Part 2
Make sure you read Part 1 of "How do you know if your Client Could Benefit from Using a Power Wheelchair?". What kind of Power Wheelchair Would Benefit your Client the Most? First, you need to ask “How far does the client need to travel every day?” In this situation it will be useful to look at two case studies: ... Read More>
How do you Know if your Client Could Benefit from Using a Power Wheelchair? Part 1
Some users may not know the benefits of an an electric wheelchair. Physical or Occupational therapists would normally encourage users that could benefit from a power wheelchair to consider it to improve their quality of life. However, some clients don’t have access to these kinds of resources so it is our job to try and determine the user's abilities and ... Read More>
Choosing a Folding Wheelchair for a Stroke Patient
When someone has suffered from a stroke, friends and family want to know how they can help. The best time to look for aids is when the patient's condition has finally stabilised and improved. At this time, choosing the right wheelchair for a stroke patient will impact the effectiveness of rehabilitation. However, no "one" wheelchair is suitable for all stroke ... Read More>
Coronavirus Prevention – How to Clean your Wheelchair’s Sponge Cushion
Following on from the previous "Tips for Upholstery Cleaning", this Coronavirus special is about sponge cushion cleaning. In the current spread of the Coronavirus, we need to be more concerned about wheelchair users whose immunity systems are usually less resistant, such as elderly people and disabled people. We don’t want to expose wheelchair users to unnecessary risks. There are two ... Read More>
A Guide to Choosing a Manual Wheelchair
In order to select the right manual wheelchair, that doesn’t cause secondary injuries, we first need to understand the user's mobility range. From here we can choose the most suitable wheelchair for the user and customize it with bespoke features. First, we will start by answering a few questions about the user: When the user is walking on uneven road, ... Read More>
