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Category: Mobility

Tips och ideas about: Wheelchair transfer


  • Ambulation (7)
  • Cycle/motorbike (18)
  • Driving a car (36)
  • Flying (8)
  • Moving around by wheelchair (118)
  • Transfers into and out of cars (34)
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  • Turning over (2)
  • Using transportation (3)
  • Wheelchair transfer (49)

Electric wheelchair with built-in sliding board

Built-in sliding board makes transfers easier [..]

Electric wheelchair with built-in sliding board
Author Johanna2015 Categories Wheelchair transferTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Harness for easy transfers

– makes transfers simple both for the user and the assistant [..]

Harness for easy transfers
Author Anonym 192015 Categories Mobility on trips, Mobility with assistance, Wheelchair transferTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Getting up from the floor with assistive device

Getting up from the floor using a staircase and a long sliding board – a technique for wheelchair users [..]

Getting up from the floor with assistive device
Author Ola2012 Categories Wheelchair transferTags Low tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C7-Th1)

Transfers with sliding board to and from the toilet

– reduces pain in chest and shoulder muscles [..]

Transfers with sliding board to and from the toilet
Author Ola2012 Categories Wheelchair transferTags Low tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C7-Th1)

Bag for folding sliding board

Custom-sewn bag for sliding board that can be attached to the wheelchair [..]

Bag for folding sliding board
Author Anonym 192011 Categories Transfers into and out of cars, Transporting, Wheelchair transferTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Transfer to whirlpool bath

– an option for wheelchair users with strong arms [..]

Transfer to whirlpool bath
Author Robert2011 Categories Bathroom, Keeping warm/ keeping cool, Washing oneself, Wheelchair transferTags Low paraplegia (Th11-S1)

Custom-sewn transfer mat

Discreet practical transfer mat that stays attached while transferring – suitable for wheelchair users [..]

Custom-sewn transfer mat
Author Mikael2010 Categories Wheelchair transferTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Water-absorbing door mat

Facilitates transfers when not wearing shoes – suitable for wheelchair users [..]

Water-absorbing door mat
Author Mikael2010 Categories Wheelchair transferTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Adapted sliding board

Sliding board that fits in a small backpack – suitable for people with disabilities [..]

Adapted sliding board
Author Mikael2010 Categories Wheelchair transferTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Adapted sliding board

Sliding board with extra anti-slip material [..]

Adapted sliding board
Author Mikael2010 Categories Transfers into and out of cars, Wheelchair transferTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Adapted wheelchair cushion

Simple modification of cushion for easy transfers [..]

Adapted wheelchair cushion
Author Mikael2010 Categories Preventing/healing ulcers, Wheelchair transferTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Strap as assistive device for transfers

Strap around thighs facilitates transfers – suitable for wheelchair users [..]

Strap as assistive device for transfers
Author Mikael2010 Categories Transfers into and out of cars, Wheelchair transferTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Securing the wheelchair during transfers

A chain to attach the wheelchair to the bed frame makes transfers safer [..]

Securing the wheelchair during transfers
Author Irene2010 Categories Wheelchair transferTags Low paraplegia (Th11-S1)

Outdoor electric winch for transfers

An electric winch makes it possible to transfer between wheelchair and riding lawnmower, etc – suitable for people with disabilities [..]

Outdoor electric winch for transfers
Author Irene2010 Categories Transfers with lifting devices, Wheelchair transferTags Low paraplegia (Th11-S1)

Wheelchair – strap that holds wheelchair cushion in place

Wheelchair transfers are easier when the cushion doesn’t slide around or bend [..]

Wheelchair – strap that holds wheelchair cushion in place
Author Tomas2009 Categories Wheelchair transferTags Low tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C7-Th1)

Small transfer mat

Small convenient transfer mat to avoid chafing during transfers [..]

Small transfer mat
Author Anonym 142009 Categories Transfers into and out of cars, Wheelchair transferTags Low paraplegia (Th11-S1)

Sliding mat for transfers

The sliding mat prevents chafing and requires less strength during transfers to the bed or shower chair [..]

Sliding mat for transfers
Author Tomas2008 Categories Preventing/healing ulcers, Wheelchair transferTags Low tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C7-Th1)

Transfer belt EasyBelt

EasyBelt facilitate transfers – suitable for wheelchair users who need help with transfers [..]

Transfer belt EasyBelt
Author Tomas2008 Categories Mobility with assistance, Washing oneself, Wheelchair transferTags Low tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C7-Th1)

Transfer to bathtub with assistance

Removal of the front and end plates of the bathtub, a place to sit next to the bathtub and a belt to wear during the transfer make it easier for wheelchair users to transfer to and from the bathtub [..]

Transfer to bathtub with assistance
Author Tomas2008 Categories Washing oneself, Wheelchair transferTags Low tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C7-Th1)

Transfer to toilet

Transfer to the toilet for a person who uses a wheelchair and has impaired arm/hand function [..]

Transfer to toilet
Author Tobias2008 Categories Toileting, Wheelchair transferTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Transfer from floor to wheelchair with straight legs

Transfer technique for persons with strong arms when are not wearing shoes [..]

Transfer from floor to wheelchair with straight legs
Author Eje2008 Categories Wheelchair transferTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Transfer from wheelchair to bed

Transfer technique for persons with high tetraplegia [..]

Transfer from wheelchair to bed
Author Magnus2008 Categories Wheelchair transferTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Transfer from wheelchair to bed

Transfer technique for wheelchair users who have strong arms [..]

Transfer from wheelchair to bed
Author Eje2008 Categories Wheelchair transferTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Transfer from bed to wheelchair

Transfer technique for wheelchair users who have strong arms [..]

Transfer from bed to wheelchair
Author Eje2008 Categories Wheelchair transferTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Transfer from bed to wheelchair

Transfer technique for persons with high tetraplegia [..]

Transfer from bed to wheelchair
Author Magnus2008 Categories Wheelchair transferTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Transfer from wheelchair to floor

Transfer technique for persons with strong arms [..]

Transfer from wheelchair to floor
Author Eje2008 Categories Wheelchair transferTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Transfer from floor to wheelchair

Transfer technique for persons with strong arms [..]

Transfer from floor to wheelchair
Author Eje2008 Categories Wheelchair transferTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Transfer mat

Glide mat for easy horizontal moves for persons with extensive disabilities and for assistants [..]

Transfer mat
Author Nina2008 Categories Mobility with assistance, Wheelchair transferTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Transfer from floor to wheelchair with help

– a technique with the help of one person [..]

Transfer from floor to wheelchair with help
Author Tobias2008 Categories Mobility with assistance, Wheelchair transferTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Transfer from wheelchair to floor with assistance

A technique with the help of an assistant [..]

Transfer from wheelchair to floor with assistance
Author Tobias2008 Categories Mobility with assistance, Wheelchair transferTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

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