A bed to chair transfer can be achieved with many different types of equipment. There are Hoyer lifts, bed rails, patient lifts, transfer boards, and trapeze bars that all do this task. The user’s strength and ability determines the type of equipment they require. A bed to chair transfer can be easily maneuvered with the […]
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Wheelchair Bathroom Transfer Techniques
How to move around a bathroom with a wheelchair For a new wheelchair user, getting familiar with turns and transfers is a difficult process. Here is a diagram from the Americans with Disabilities Act Website, on how to maneuver around a wheelchair bathroom. There are two approaches, the diagonal and side wheelchair transfer. Use the […]