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Wheel Chair

Measurements, Types of Wheelchairs

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Minimum measurements for doorways 32 inches
Maximum measurement for doorways 36 inches
Average width of wheelchair from rim to rim 24 to 26 inches
Minimum measurement for hallways 36 inches
Height of wheelchairs from seat to the floor 19- 19.5 inches
Railing measurements 34 to 38 inches
Footrest should clear the ground by how many inches? At least 2 inches
Seat width is measured by measuring the widest point across the hips and thighs to allow for maximal seating space and then ADD 2 inches
Seat depth is measured by measuring the posterior portion of the buttocks to the popliteal fossa and then SUBTRACT 2 inches
Back height is measured by measuring from the seat surface (including cushion) upward to one of the following depending on the person's trunk control (mid back under scapula): 1-2 inches below scapula (mid scapula or axilla) (top of the shoulder)
Seat height is measured by measuring from distal thigh to heel while knees and ankles are positioned at 90 degrees and then ADD 2 inches
Arm rest height is measured by measuring under each elbow to cushioned seating surface
Reclining back wheelchair Used to provide pressure relief, regulate BP, improve respiration and provide support to those that are unable to independently maintain an upright position
Precautions for reclining back wheelchair they can elicit flexor or extensor spasms so they should not be prescribed to a person with spasiticity
Contraindications for reclining back wheelchair for persons with limited hip/and or knee ROM as the angles may exceed their available range.
Tilt in space wheelchair entire seat and back tilts to maintain hip and knee angles at 90 degrees to provide pressure relief, regulate BP, improve respiration and minimize the effects of abnormal tone (severe spasms that can throw a person out of the chair)
Bariatric wheelchair heavy-duty, extra-wide wheelchair designed to assist mobility for individuals who are obese
Solid seat insert prevents hammock effect, provides stable base of support, and is easy to remove
Lumbar back support helps to give proper curve
Foam cushions can enhance sitting posture and comfort
Contoured foam cushions enhances pelvic and LE alignment
Fluid pressure relief cushion facilities pelvic and LE alignment, provides pressure relief without changing support, and is good for individuals who need increased stability
Air pressure relief cushion provides minimal postural support offered, provides pressure relief, and good trunk control is needed
Viscoelastic foam cushion has memory that delays return to original form, provides good envelopment and a stable base for posture, and have good thermal properties
Flexible matrix cushion accommodates to user's body to allow pressure redistribution and prevents accumulation of moisture
Viscoelastic fluid cushion provides a stable base for posture and has good thermal and dampening properties
Hybrid cushions provides a postural support and has good thermal and envelopment properties and allows for pressure redistribution
Wedge cushion have a front that is higher than the back to prevent the individual from sliding out of their seat
Pelvic guides inserted on the interior sides of the wheelchair at hip level keep hips stable
Lateral supports extends up the side of the chair to just below person's armpits to provide trunk support.
hard tires (bariatric) for increased durability
adjustable backrest (bariatric) to accommodate excessive posterior bulk
reclining wheelchair (bariatric) to accommodate excessive anterior bulk, cardiorespiratory compromise
power application attachment (bariatric) to accommodate excessive fatigue
Standers (pediatric) provide WB'n experience that maintains hips, knees, ankles, and trunk in optimal position, facilitates formation of acetabulum and long bone development, and aids in bowel and bladder function
Sidelyers (pediatric) decreases effects of TLR (tonic labyrinth reflex) and puts hands in visual field
Created by: ZanaeArnold
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