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Mobility: Moving around by wheelchair

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User receives help going uphill"Push stick" for wheelchair
A simple assistive device for people who cannot manage independently with a manual wheelchair in certain situations
Joystick with padded cradleAdaptation of joystick on electric wheelchair
A cradle makes it possible for a person without dexterity to control an electric wheelchair with a joystick
Adapted calf strap, from behindAdapted calf strap
A broad padded calf strap makes sitting in Panthera wheelchair more comfortable
Cradle on electric wheelchair joystickAdapted joystick for electric wheelchair
A cradle that sits on the electric wheelchair’s joystick makes independent operation possible for a person with impaired hand function
Padded cradle on Permobil joystick. (close-up)Adapted joystick for Permobil
Joystick appropriate for persons with impaired dexterity.
User presses the adapted release buttonAdapted quickrelease
– makes it possible for people with impaired hand function to independently put on/take off wheelchair wheels
User in wheelchair with brake cord and plastic loop that sets the brakeAdapted wheelchair brake
- manageable for individuals with impaired hand function; does not get in the way during transfers
Wheelchair wheel with red tires and spokesAttractive tires and spokes for wheelchair wheels
Colorful light tires and spokes for manual wheelchair
Bag sitting on user's feet on wheelchair footrestsBag on wheelchair
A practical bag for wheelchair users. The user can keep an eye on the bag at the same time that it keeps the user's feet in place.
Compressor connected to wheelchair tire valveBattery-operated compressor for wheelchair tires
Portable electric air pump for wheelchair tires
User sitting in a green wheelchairColorful wheelchair
Wheelchair color that matches clothing
The service dog pushes the user who sits in the wheelchairDrive wheelchair on level ground assisted by service dog
The service dog stands on hind legs and helps the user to drive on level ground.
User with feet on footrestEngblom comfort footrest
Padded footrest on wheelchair prevents pressure ulcers when barefoot
User places extra Velcro straps on back of wheelchairExtra Velcro straps for fine-tuning of wheelchair back
- makes sitting in Panthera wheelchair more comfortable
Fire blanket stored on wheelchair between backrest and ventilatorFire blanket
Accessible fire blanket increases security for persons who have difficulties moving
User with feet on foot restFoot rest on wheelchair
The foot rest helps position feet properly and prevents pressure ulcers when the user does not wear shoes
User with soft footrestFootrest
A soft footrest on the wheelchair makes shoes unnecessary indoors
Individually adapted manual wheelchair in titanium picture 1Individually adapted manual wheelchair in titanium
Good ergonomics and light weight facilitate driving and reduce the burden on shoulders
FireplaceKeys on string A method to always have keys along
No more dropping and looking for keys with the key ring on a string
User with lap cushionLap and hand cushions
Cushions in colors that match clothing on which to place arms and hands when sitting in the wheelchair - a possibility for persons with extensive disabilities
User in Küschall chair equipped with e-motion wheelsManual wheelchair with "e-motion" wheel
E-motion wheels make it easier to operate the wheelchair – appropriate for persons with poor function of the arms
User with strap around thighsModified thigh strap
Strap that holds together a wheelchair user's thighs, modified so that persons with impaired hand function can close it without assistance
Elastic band between rear frame and brake track of wheelchairModified wheelchair brake
Elastic band helps to ensure that brakes are not in the way when taking wheels off or putting them back on.
Garden with asphalt-paved path up to the  terrace by the houseNatural garden
Accessible natural garden
Stone-dust pathPaths
Stone-dust paths in wheelchair accessible garden
Portable ramp lying in the cargo area of the vehiclePortable ramp
A portable ramp in the car helps deal with the occasional step with the wheelchair.
Portable ramps, one extendedPortable ramps
Small lightweight aluminum ramps for wheelchair users; practical to have along on the boat.
Portable rampsPortable telescoping ramps
Lightweight adjustable-length aluminum ramps
Threshold ramp at apartment doorRamp at apartment door
Threshold ramps to apartment door with anti-slip protection
Threshold ramp in aluminum at entrance doorRamp at entrance
Aluminum wheelchair ramp by entrance door
Threshold ramp with anti-slip strips glued onRamp by balcony
Wooden ramp with anti-slip protection
Wooden ramp at terraceRamp by terrace
Wooden ramp for vacation home terrace
User in Permobil on rampsRamp for Permobil electric wheelchair
Telescoping ramp on country home lot
Balcony door with aluminum threshold rampRamp to balcony
Aluminum wheelchair ramp to balcony door
Ramp to vacation home entranceRamp to vacation home
Wooden ramp with railing
Reflective armbandReflective armband
Worn on arms when operating wheelchair outdoors in the dark.
User drives onto escalatorRide on escalator with manual wheelchair
A technique that shows how wheelchair users who have strong arms can ride on escalators independently
Safety string around user’s chestSafety string for wheelchair
Discrete string prevents a person who operates an electric wheelchair and has poor balance from falling forward
Strap to secure feet to wheelchair foot barSecuring feet to wheelchair foot bar
Foot strap for feet – suitable for wheelchair users with spasticity
Service dog helps to pull the userService dog pulling wheelchair
A service dog can help wheelchair users by pulling the wheelchair
User drinks teaSmall wheelchair table for tea cup
Cup with straw on wheelchair table enables persons with extensive disabilities to drink unassisted
Permobil Trax in garageStorage place for electric wheelchair
Storage place for Permobil in garage
Net attached to wheelchair frame under seatStorage under wheelchair
Extra room under wheelchair for storing objects
User with strapStrap instead of wheelchair belt
Custom-made strap helps the user to keep his balance during strength training and moving outdoors – suitable for wheelchair users who have impaired balance
Helena drives wheelchair; her forearm is attached to the armrest with a strapStrap to be able to drive electric wheelchair
The forearm is attached to the armrest which facilitates wheelchair driving – suitable for people without arm function and with very little hand function
Coach tape on foot barTape on foot bar
Coach tape on wheelchair foot bar prevents feet from sliding down
User drives the PendelThree-wheel electric scooter
Electric scooter onto which a manual wheelchair can be driven.
Power-driven wheelchair wheels with tire repair kitTire puncture repair kit or solid tires to prevent puncture
The tire puncture repair kit makes it possible to quickly repair punctured wheelchair tires.
User is towedTow line
Tow line for wheelchair users during walks in the woods
Back wedges on wheelchairTrunk support to Panthera
Soft trunk support in wheelchair helps maintain balance
User presses "off" button on wheelTurning e-motion wheel motor on and off
The user has learned how to directly push the on/off button for the e-motion wheel motor in order to avoid bringing the remote control
User sitting on the StimuLITE cushionWheelchair cushion StimuLITE
A wheelchair cushion that prevents decubitus ulcers - suitable for persons who lack sensation
Panthera wheelchair with e-fixWheelchair E-fix
An electric wheelchair that can easily be converted to a manual wheelchair - appropriate for travel
Wheelchair glovesWheelchair gloves
Individually manufactured gloves used for transfers (to or from wheelchair) and when operating the wheelchair.
User with wheelchair glovesWheelchair gloves
Individually manufactured gloves for wheelchair driving
Wrist-supporting wheelchair glovesWheelchair gloves
Custom-sewn gloves to stabilize wrists for wheelchair driving
User with wheelchair glovesWheelchair gloves
Work gloves suitable as wheelchair gloves for persons with good hand function
Wheelchair glovesWheelchair gloves
Individually sewn gloves for wheelchair driving and transfers
User with wheelchair glovesWheelchair gloves
Custom-made gloves used for wheelchair driving and to hold utensils such as a pen or fork in place
User with wheelchair tableWheelchair table
- makes it easier to always have work materials accessible – suitable for people with severe disabilities
User sits in wheelchair, all three control alternatives visibleWheelchair with various steering options
A variety of steering options for an electric wheelchair are important for persons who use their head to drive and easily develop neck pain
User drives on wet dirt with heavy-tread tires on wheelchairWinter tires for wheelchair
Heavy-tread tires on wheelchair facilitate outdoor driving in difficult terrain, such as sand or snow
Plastic skis attached under the wheelchairWinter walks with wheelchair
Plastic skis under the wheelchair make it possible for wheelchair users to take walks in winter