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Evaluating the client with physical disabilities for wheelchair seating.

S J Taylor1

  • 1Rehabilitation Engineering Program, University of Tennessee-Memphis, College of Medicine 38163.

The American Journal of Occupational Therapy : Official Publication of the American Occupational Therapy Association
|November 1, 1987
PubMed
Summary

Proper wheelchair seating is crucial for physically disabled individuals to access technology. This article provides guidelines and recommendations for effective wheelchair seating solutions, matching methods to disability types.

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Area of Science:

  • Rehabilitation Engineering
  • Assistive Technology
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Wheelchair seating is essential for enabling severely physically disabled individuals to utilize their motor skills for accessing technical aids.
  • Significant advancements in wheelchair seating products have occurred in the last decade, with many now in practical use.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline comprehensive evaluation and prescription guidelines for wheelchair seating.
  • To provide evidence-based recommendations for seating solutions tailored to individual needs.
  • To categorize seating methods based on disability type and severity.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current wheelchair seating products and technologies.
  • Development of a framework for seating evaluation and prescription.

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  • Categorization of seating solutions according to disability profiles.

    • Main Results:

    • Established clear guidelines for the evaluation and prescription of wheelchair seating.
    • Presented a systematic approach to matching seating methods with specific disability types and severities.
    • Highlighted the importance of advanced wheelchair seating in enhancing functional independence.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective wheelchair seating is a critical component of assistive technology for individuals with severe physical disabilities.
    • The proposed guidelines and categorization facilitate optimal seating selection, improving access to technical aids.
    • Continued innovation in wheelchair seating is vital for maximizing user potential and independence.