Transfer from wheelchair to bed

Transfer technique for wheelchair users who have strong arms

User transfers over to bed
User transfers over to bed

The user positions himself with the wheelchair diagonally against the bed, moves forward in the wheelchair to get past the tire, and lifts his feet down to the floor. He places one hand on the bed and the other hand on the wheelchair frame, leans forward, and transfers over.
He may continue in one of two methods:
1. He grasps one leg under the knee and lifts it up onto the bed, then repeats with the other leg.
2. He grasps both legs under the knees, leans backward, and lifts both legs at the same time that he lies down.


Transfer from wheelchair to bed

Tipsare: Eje

Eje lives together with his wife and two small children in a house. He is working part time. In 1999 he was injured and he has a high paraplegia (TH 9). He does not need any assistance.