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Wheelchair Management and Propulsion

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This resource provides patient training/education regarding the basics of wheelchair management. Includes locking and unlocking brakes, efficient propulsion techniques with hands and/or feet, postural exercises, and self repositioning techniques. May be utilized as a handout for single patient training/education intervention as well.
This content is only available to members.

Wheelchair Comfort: Air-Filled Cushion Inflation

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This resource visualizes how to properly create an air-filled cushion in order to optimize comfort for patients who spend most of their time in a wheelchair. Includes evidence base related to ulcer sores and step-by-step instructions on how to properly inflate cushions.
This content is only available to members.