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Article #409: Wheelchair Accessories Provide Comfort, Independence

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Wheelchair users, in order to be mobile wheelchairs, with pneumatic tires of
and independent, need to be able to push various designs allowing wheelchair users
themselves without having to juggle to travel over gravel or even sand. When
whatever items they're carrying with a table cannot be accessed, wheelchair
them. Wheelchair accessories are not only trays provide a flat surface.
comfortable and convenient, but they also Wheelchairs can also be fitted with
make a real difference in helping a accessories which are not just
wheelchair user retain independent comfortable but can serve a medical
mobility. purpose. Cushions and flaps can be placed
Carrying several items at once while on the armrests of the chair to provide
walking can be difficult enough. Doing so comfort and also to prevent clothing from
in a wheelchair when you need your hands being caught in the spokes. Backrests are
to move is nearly impossible. Something comfortable and can also be designed to
as simple as a drink holder can be a lot correct posture. People who spend a lot
of help. Wheelchair users can install of time in a wheelchair can be at risk
devices, sometimes known as caddies, for suffering pressure sores, which can
which can hold drinks, cell phones, and be a serious problem, with a risk of
other personal items. deadly infection if untreated. Wheelchair
A variety of bags and packs are available cushions are available which are designed
for carrying personal belongings on a to prevent and treat pressure sores.
wheelchair. These can be placed in Gloves are available to reduce friction
various points on the wheelchair: from and vibration on your hands when you push
the armrests, the back of the chair, and yourself in a wheelchair.
even underneath the seat. By using a A wheelchair can be fitted with an
combination of these items and umbrella or parasol. This allows users to
distributing objects among different travel in any weather, and frees their
packs, a wheelchair user can distribute hands to push themselves while using an
the weight of the items they're carrying umbrella. A parasol can be important
and retain balance and stability. This is because a wheelchair user may not always
much safer and more comfortable than be able to access a shady area. Leg
carrying a backpack on your lap. covers are available to protect users
People with limited mobility can attach a from rain and splashing water.
cane holder to a wheelchair or power Wheelchair accessories can make using a
scooter, allowing them to easily carry wheelchair easier and more convenient,
their cane with them wherever they go, and most items are available at a
easily get in and out of the wheelchair, reasonable cost. These accessories can
and access areas that wheelchairs cannot. help you travel with everything you need
A variety of wheels are available for to be mobile and independent.






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