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Determining and Controlling External Power Output During Regular Handrim Wheelchair Propulsion

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Exploring the challenges in manual wheelchair operation for new users.

Suhantee Sathananthan^1,2, Émilie Blackburn^1,2, Dahlia Kairy^2,3

¹School of Physical and Occupational Therapy, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada.

Disability and Rehabilitation. Assistive Technology

|January 4, 2025

Summary

Manual wheelchair (MWC) users face mobility and psychological challenges. Comprehensive training and support are vital for enhancing independence and quality of life.

Keywords:

Safety basic driving skills challenges clinicians manual wheelchair mobility training program

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Area of Science:

Rehabilitation Science
Disability Studies
Assistive Technology

Background:

Manual wheelchair (MWC) use presents unique mobility challenges.
Understanding user and clinician perspectives is crucial for improving MWC interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the challenges faced by manual wheelchair users and clinicians.
To identify mobility difficulties in indoor and outdoor environments.
To determine training priorities for manual wheelchair users.

Main Methods:

Qualitative study utilizing semi-structured interviews.
Involved 25 manual wheelchair users and 18 clinicians.
Interviews explored mobility, training needs, and psychological factors.

Main Results:

Key themes included indoor/outdoor navigation issues and propulsion difficulties.
Psychological impact of MWC use was a significant factor.
Need for comprehensive training, safety, and proper MWC adjustments was emphasized.

Conclusions:

Psychological support and public awareness are essential for MWC users.
Findings inform the development of tailored training programs.
Addressing physical and psychological needs enhances MWC user independence and quality of life.