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== Wheelchair Transfers == | == Wheelchair Transfers == | ||
The ability to get in and out of the wheelchair easily and safely, with or without assistance, will help a wheelchair user in daily life. Getting in and out of the wheelchair can be called “transferring”. | |||
=== Sitting Transfer === | |||
==== Independent ==== | |||
==== Assisted with Transfer Board ==== | |||
=== Standing Transfer === | |||
==== Independent ==== | |||
==== Assisted with Transfer Board ==== | |||
== Pressure Relief Techniques == | == Pressure Relief Techniques == | ||
=== Leaning Forward === | |||
=== Side to Side Lean === | |||
=== Pressure Lift === | |||
== References == | == References == | ||
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
Wheelchair Mobility[edit | edit source]
Pushing[edit | edit source]
Turning[edit | edit source]
Negotiating Slopes[edit | edit source]
Negotiating Steps[edit | edit source]
Wheelies[edit | edit source]
Wheelchair Transfers[edit | edit source]
The ability to get in and out of the wheelchair easily and safely, with or without assistance, will help a wheelchair user in daily life. Getting in and out of the wheelchair can be called “transferring”.
