Instructions for use of ordinary wheelchairs

Wheelchairs are divided into ordinary wheelchairs and special wheelchairs. Special wheelchairs are derived from ordinary wheelchairs based on the remaining limb functions and purpose of use of wheelchair patients. Commonly used wheelchairs include standing wheelchairs, reclining wheelchairs, unilateral drive wheelchairs, electric wheelchairs, and competitive wheelchairs. The structure of ordinary wheelchairs Ordinary wheelchairs generally consist of four parts: frame, wheels (big wheels, small wheels), braking device, seat, and backrest. The main parts of the pressure on wheelchair users are the ischial tuberosity, thigh and carcass, and scapular area. Therefore, pay attention to the appropriate size of these parts when choosing a wheelchair. Avoid skin abrasions, abrasions and bedsores.

Instructions for using ordinary wheelchairs Precautions for using wheelchairs

1) Usually not used, but only used when going out or seeing a doctor. It is recommended to choose an ordinary soft seat or a double hard seat wheelchair, which is more economical, popular, comfortable, and relatively large.

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(2) Aluminum alloy is the lightest material of all wheelchairs, and it is recommended to use light aluminum alloy wheelchairs if you often go out. (-General aluminum alloys have 6 series and 7 series materials, 7 series materials are better)

(3) If you have a private car to take you out, it is recommended to choose a lightweight and portable aluminum alloy wheelchair.

(4) If you have a fracture or a friend who needs nursing care, it is recommended to use a semi-recumbent or fully recumbent soft-seat wheelchair with orthopedic feet (movable leg rests).

(5) For the elderly or those who are very inconvenient to move, it is recommended to use a wheelchair with movable armrests and movable leg rests.

(6) If the user is incontinent or semi-incontinent, and it is inconvenient to go to the toilet, it is recommended to use a wheelchair with a toilet. Semi-reclining and fully reclining wheelchairs have movable armrests or movable leg rests, which can be adjusted for comfort. People with long-term constipation or those who do not have difficulty standing are recommended to choose a toilet wheelchair with a cover plate, because the seat plate has a round hole, so you can sit for a long time, and the toilet has a cover to prevent odors from spreading.

(7) For people with special difficulties, special wheelchairs are recommended, such as standing wheelchairs, electric wheelchairs, lifting wheelchairs, etc.

Ordinary wheelchairs are suitable for the following diseases: spinal cord injury, lower limb disability, craniocerebral disease, the elderly, the weak, and the sick. When choosing a wheelchair, the patient's cognitive function and at least one upper limb function should be considered, and the patient can operate the wheelchair more familiarly.

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