These problems should be paid attention to when using a wheelchair
Update:24-06-2022
Summary:Problems should be paid attention to when using a wheelchair⑴Wheelchair seat width: measure the distance between the two hips or between the two str...
Problems should be paid attention to when using a wheelchair
⑴Wheelchair seat width: measure the distance between the two hips or between the two strands when sitting down, add 5cm, that is, there is a gap of 2.5cm on each side after sitting down.
The seat is too narrow, it is difficult to get on and off the wheelchair, and the hip and thigh tissues are compressed; the seat is too wide, it is difficult to sit firmly, it is inconvenient to operate the wheelchair, the limbs are easily fatigued, and it is difficult to enter and exit the door.
(2) Seat length: measure the horizontal distance between the rear buttocks and the gastrocnemius muscle of the calf when sitting down, and subtract 6.5cm from the measurement result. If the seat is too short, the weight will mainly fall on the ischium, which may easily cause excessive local compression; if the seat is too long, it will compress the popliteal fossa, affect local blood circulation, and easily irritate the skin. For patients with shorter thighs or with hip and knee flexion contractures, a short seat is better.
(3) Seat height: Measure the distance from the heel (or heel) to the popliteal fossa when sitting down, add 4cm, and place the pedal at least 5cm off the ground. If the seat is too high, the wheelchair cannot fit at the table; if the seat is too low, the seat bones will bear too much weight.
⑷ Wheelchair Cushion For comfort and to prevent bedsores, a cushion should be placed on the chair of the wheelchair. Common seat cushions are foam rubber cushions (5-10cm thick) or gel cushions. In order to prevent the seat from sinking, a 0.6cm thick plywood can be placed under the seat cushion.
