Shower Wheelchairs
Commode/ Shower Wheelchair
Its not easy taking a shower for the wheelchair dependant. A shower wheelchair also called a commode, is very useful to use at home. The use of a shower wheelchairs will reduce the assistance required from family or caregivers, thereby giving a person with weak motor strength and stability and more important a sense of independence while showering.
Shower wheelchairs or commode are ideal for wheelchair users who don’t feel stable on fixed shower chairs or chairs. Shower wheelchairs will allow them independent movement in and out of the showering area. Some commodes come with removable armrests which permit better reach during showering. A Shower wheelchairs also have an opening in their seat, similar to a toilet seat; this allows hassle-free access to the bather’s underside.
Shower wheelchairs are designed to be used in accessible shoers where theres no phyiscal kerb, typically all shelving and grab bars are lowered to cater for wheelchair access. Features in the accessible shower must comply with the height of the shower wheelchair, and the user’s size and strength.
Approx cost for a Shower wheelchairs range from $200 to $900 online.
Wheelchair Clothing
If you’re looking for clothing to wear and your wheelchair bound, you have many different styles and functions to choose from.
Some of the most popular kinds of wheelchair clothing is blankets and shoulder wraps, which are not actually clothes.
When choosing clothing there are several things you need to know to help you make the right choose:
One important consideration for mobility chair users is a device that will prevent your clothing from being caught in the wheels of your chair. Made of plastic, fiber, or cloth, these quarter-circle-shaped clothes guards fit between you and the rear wheels.
One cautionary note: rigid clothes guards may prevent your wheelchair from folding flat. This is usually not a problem with the cloth variety.
Finally, consider “clothing” for the wheelchair itself. Wheelchair covers come in sizes large enough to fit any wheelchair or electric scooter, and most are weatherproof, just in case you end up storing your wheelchair outdoors.
Most covers will keep the wheelchair from wind, rain, and snow, as well as keeping it clean.
International Wheelchair Aviators
The International Wheelchair Aviators or IWA organization for short began in 1972 as just a once a monthly “fly to lunch” group of four paraplegic aviators,The Southern California
Wheelchair Aviators (SCWA) was started by Bill Blackwood, Ed Hays, Dan Rodewald, and Neil Adler. it has developed into a worldwide group of disabled and able bodied pilots interested in aviation and flying.
The international Wheelchair Aviators mission is to help disabled pilots in their quest to fly by providing valuable information about Federal Aviation Association (FAA) medical requirements, hand control availability and flight schools that work with those confined to wheelchairs.
Members have many different disabilities including paraplegia, quadriplegia, amputee, multiple sclerosis, spina bifida, polio and other problems.
Through their hard work and persistence and with the help of a tolerant FAA medical system, hundreds of disabled pilots have been given the opportunity to fly, many to resume flying careers.
Over the part 36 years,hundreds of wheelchair pilots have flown thousands of hours all over the world and in many different types of aircraft using hand controls or whatever was necessary to operate the aircraft as pilot in command.
The worldwide organization also provides a current listing of disabled pilots, their injuries, type of plane flown, hand controls used, telephone and address.
Visit International Wheelchair Aviators for more information.
Sky Pal: On-Board Aircraft Wheelchair
Since the new ECAC Code of Good Conduct – EU Regulation (EC) No 1107/2006 which was implemented a few monthes ago on July 26th 2008, Percival Aviation has created an on-board aircraft wheelchair to meet the DPTAC guidelines. Due to the dimensions,size and weight of normal wheelchairs, they are not recommended for any air travel, the SkyPAL is small enough for use as an aisle chair, travel as cabin baggage or be stowed.
Techincal Specification
- Width350
- Length653
- Seat Width350
- Seat Depth420
- Seat Height525
- Width Between Arm rests285
- Height of Arm Rest From Seat240
- Height of Back450
- Height of handles800
- Height of Foot Rest Above Ground145
- Height of Foot Rest to Seat380
- Wheel Diameter Front100
- Wheel Diameter Rear100
- Weight of Chair6.5kg
- Maximum Load100kg
Folded Measurements
- Total Width350
- Total Length565
- Total Height245
- Frame ColourSilver
- Fabric ColourBlack
Key Features
DPTAC Compliant
- Single action Braking system
- Single action Folding Backrest
- Passenger Harness restraint system
- Retractable Armrests
- Ergonomically positioned folding Handles
- Indv. Folding Footrest with heel support
- Cushioned Seat
- Lower leg security
- Fabrics - easy clean
- Maintenance Manual & Schedule
- 100mm dia Wheels
Advantages
EASE OF USE
LIGHT WEIGHT CONSTRUCTION
COMPACT
COMFORTABLE
COMPLIANCE
- This wheel chair complies with the
(UK)DPTAC On-board Wheel Chair specification and the
(US) DoT 14 CRF Part 382
For more details visit there site at SkyPal or more wheelchair reviews.
Wheelchair Rental for Travel or Temporary Impairment
Previously we I discussed buying second hand wheelchairs and heres another option, which is wheelchair rental. This form of rental of wheelchair is ideal for people who suffer injuries temporarily impairing their mobility or people who are travelling or going on vacation who have disabilities or impaired mobility both benefit from wheelchair rental services. Wheelchairs, scooters, and electric wheelchairs can be rented locally or reserved online.
Health insurance will sometimes covers the cost of wheelchair rentals, if you have a doctor’s prescription. Pharmacies, hospitals, and clinics usually rent wheelchairs. Check your yellow pages, a section on wheelchairs may exist.
Wheelchair rental services are available for travellers so if you’re planning a vacation, or travelling by plane, look into it, it will make your travelling experience more comfortable. Airports will offer wheelchair and scooter rentals for travellers. You can rent a wheelchair-accessible vehicle and wheelchair with the same services and have everything waiting at the airport. You should be able to find a wheelchair or scooter rental service in any major airport or city. Renting scooters can make a visit to a theme park or other tourist attraction easier for people with reduced mobility as well.
If you’re going on a cruise ship, make plans in advance and be sure to book with a cruise line that will offer you accommodation with your needs taken into consideration.
Wheelchair rental services help people with limited mobility, offering convenient services for travellers and for people who suffer injuries.
Remember researching before renting your wheelchair will pay off
How to Donate Wheelchairs?
If you own a wheelchair and no longer have a need for it, you can donate wheelchairs to one of many organizations which distribute wheelchairs to the more needy. Several organizations perform the service of matching a donated wheelchair to its recipient, whereas some require the recipient to cover the cost of shipping costs if applicable.
If a Wheelchair Is Needed
Wheelchair donation are available at local and national levels, they work in the way as the person who needs the wheelchair will call and give the reason for the wheelchair and the basic measurements and the organization will try and match the request.
Donate without Owning
If you like donate a wheelchair but don’t own one, it can still be done. You can contact people like Wheelchair foundation who allow you to donate money towards wheelchairs or even donate a wheelchair. They accept all types from ultralight wheelchairs to electric wheelchairs.
International Donations
Many organizations are committed to donating wheelchairs internationally; many countries cannot afford health care at any level and their impoverished citizens cannot afford the wheelchairs they need to have active and productive lives.
These outreach programs collect financial donations and send the wheelchairs to the needy communities around the globe who can benefit most from them. These programs rely on donated wheelchairs, or funds for wheelchairs to provide them for these people.
Donating a lightweight wheelchair is a great way to recycle a wheelchair and at the same time help a needy person. Many people all over the world, and more importantly the third world countries who cannot afford one and benefit from contributions of concerned, caring people.
Selecting a Wheelchair
In today’s world wheelchairs can be cheap to buy are widely available, so choosing a wheelchair can be very confusing and tiring. Some people will have been prescribed a specific type of wheelchair by a specialist, while others might want a wheelchair for an elderly relative.
A folding wheelchair is a good choice for occasional use as they can easily be folded and stored when not required or being transported.As the rear wheels will usually be removable then it can be stored in a very small space. But this type wheelchair is ideal for the odd day out or a person who can’t walk for too long. By buying a motor for the wheelchair can make hill climbing a lot easier.A folding wheelchair can range from anywhere between 15-20kg
Folding wheelchairs are available in many different sizes, but often do not offer the specialized features that a prescribed wheelchair can offer to you. For others where its use is more it’s recommended to look for a wheelchair with comfort and maneuverability in mind rather than the cost. These type of wheelchairs will not be folding models but a more rigid wheelchair with a lightweight frame and wheels, and possibly come with a more specialized back, seat cushion, foot rests and arm rests.
Wheelchair users who lead active life and might play sports will require a different chair all together. These won’t be the heavy folding wheelchairs but a sports wheelchair will be constructed from titanium which is stronger and lighter than aluminum. The style of foot rests will be different as the foot rests will be built into the frame. The wheels on some rigid wheelchairs can be pushed inwards so that they lean towards the user to provide more responsiveness. These very lightweight wheelchairs are utilizing a lot of technology and techniques from mountain bike manufacturers. Indeed, some of these rigid wheelchairs resemble a mountain bike more than a traditional wheelchair, and depending on the model and specifications may only weigh 15-17lbs / 8Kg.
The process of choosing a wheelchair can be complicated and the manufactures will provide a prescription for some models. This is a step by step method of choosing the right wheelchair, based on the user’s condition, daily activities and any other special requirements.
Whatever style of wheelchair you choose, a wheelchair cushion will be recommended; this improves posture, comfort and can help to prevent pressure sores.
If you require assistance in choosing your wheelchair, why not let an experienced mobility dealer guide you into making the right choice
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