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Client comfort when using hoist

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C a rers OHS re q u i re m e n t s

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Cost efficiency

Suppliers of Commonly Prescribed

Hoists for SCI

(see contact list for supplier details)

A R J O : Trixie, Lisa, Tempo &

Bianca (ceiling Hoist)

AMS: P r omed: Delta, Skipper, Alpha &

Vo y ager (ceiling Hoist)

mobility equipment

Manual Wheelchairs for people with a SCI

For a person with a SCI, who uses a manual wheelchair (MWC) for mobility, it is essential

for them to have a custom made lightweight wheelchair. This is to maximise

independence in wheelchair propulsion, tra n s p o rt a b i l i t y, skin care and to minimise

shoulder wear and tear. Ty p e s :

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Rigid fra m e : A rigid frame is the lightest frame and the most energy efficient for

p ropulsion. A rigid frame is the easiest option to dismantle and position in a car

independently for a person with a SCI.

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Folding fra m e : A folding frame is less energy efficient for wheelchair pro p u l s i o n ,

h owever it can be folded, stored, and also can be used with car hoists, eg WYMO hoist.

A checklist of features of Manual Wheelchairs ( A dapted from Ka r cz, 2002)

W h e e l s

Adjustable axle position – alters position of rear wheels. This can change the centre of

g ra v i t y, wheel camber, wheelbase, seat height. Thus it can increase a wheelchairs

responsiveness.

Camber - Degree of tilt of the wheel in relation to the frame. The higher the degree, the

m o re responsive the chair is to propel. However camber affects the overall width of the

Quickie XTR & Jay Extreme backQuickie GPV

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