SECTION
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.
The size/position of the front casters, size/position of the rear wheels, use of
Many activities require the wheelchair owner to reach, bend and transfer in and out of the wheelchair. These movements will cause a change to the normal balance, the center of gravity, and the weight distribution of the wheelchair. To determine and establish your particular safety limits, practice bending, reaching and transferring activities in several combinations in the presence of a qualified healthcare professional before attempting active use of the wheelchair.
Proper positioning is essential for your safety. When reaching, leaning, or bending forward, it is important to use the front casters as a tool to maintain stability and balance.
Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to reach objects if you have to move forward in the seat or pick them up from the floor by reaching down between your knees.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.1. |
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Position the front casters so that they are extended as far | FIGURE 2.1 Reaching, Leaning and Bending Forward |
forward as possible and engage wheel locks. |
Reaching and Leaning Backwards
WARNING
DO NOT lean over the top of the back uphol- stery to reach objects behind you, as this may cause the wheelchair to tip over.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 2.2. |
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Position wheelchair as close as possible to the desired |
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object. Point front casters forward to create the longest |
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possible wheelbase. Reach back only as far as your arm will | FIGURE 2.2 | Reaching and Leaning Backwards | |
extend without changing your sitting position. | |||
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Tipping |
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WARNING
DO NOT tip the wheelchair without assistance.
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