Assistive Devices for Spinal Cord Injury
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Individuals suffering spinal cord injury, just like patients suffering any other conditions have a right to lead good quality and independent lifes. However, due to the limitations presented by this condition. It is almost impossible to Olive a good life without some orthotic devices. These devices include mobility devices, hospital beds, transfer equipment, positioning devices, respiratory devices,self-care equipment, environmental control devices, sports equipment, etc.
Mobility Devices[edit | edit source]
These are set of equipment that are used in ferrying patients with spinal cord injury, they include wheelchairs (manual, power, sport, power assisted, tractor), walking frames, crutches, handbike, canes and adapted shoes. It also include adapted vehicles which can be used indoors, most times within the family. The essence of mobility devices is to give patients the maximum mobility possible rather than being confined to bed at a spot.
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