Wheelchairs

Wheelchair is an ambulatory device given to people who many not be capable of using the lower extremities for walking


Parts of the Wheelchair

1. Handgrip
2. Back Tube
3. Back/Backrest
a. standard
b. Reclining

4. Armrest
a. Fixed armrest- is a continuous part of the frame and is detachable
b. Fixed offset armrest - give extra width for the chair
c. Desk armrest - has a step in the front to permit fitting under desk or table surfaces.
d. detachable armrest- permits side transfer

5. Footrest- maybe standard, swinging, detachable of swinging detachable and elevating
6. Foot Plates- maybe have heel loops with ankle strap or toe loops.
a. Heel loops- prevent the foot from slipping backward of the footplate.
b. Toe Loops or ankle straps- used to help control involuntary motion and maintain the position of the foot on the footplate.

7. Tires- are usually solid in indoors

8. Hand rims

9. Wheel level/locks

10. Tipping lever

11. Seat

12. Caster

13. Cross Brace

14. Bottom Rail Bar

15. Seat rail

16. Back Post