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The Selection and Use of Various Wheelchairs
FREE OF CHARGE
This one day course is for professionals who may have responsibility for recommending types of chairs to patients and subsequent training in their use. Therapists, nurses, teachers and other carers are welcome.
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| 09.30 | Registration | 13.15 | The video "Freewheeling" | |
| 09.45 | The wheelchair as a vehicle. Who uses a wheelchair? How to use a wheelchair. The Basic Skill. The patient's ability. | 13.30 | Training for Independence | |
| 10.45 | The Wheelchair: A review of types and handling characteristics; Accessories and Adaptations; the Rigid framed chair and the asymmetrical patient. Odd Chairs; the Low Chair; the Double Rimmed Chair; the Arnas; the Scooter; the Electric Chair; Visual Handicap. | 13.45 | Practical Session - Handling different chairs. (Please wear suitable clothes) | |
| 12.00 | Advanced Skills. Slopes and Stairs. | 15.30 | Discussion: Wheelchair Services; obtaining the right chair; Policy; Criteria and the Law; Clinical/Non-Clinical use of a chair |
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| 12.30 | Lunch | 16.00 | Close | |
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| about us | what we do | get training | get involved | contact | ||
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Association of Wheelchair Children 6 Woodman Parade, North Woolwich, London, E16 2LL Tel: 0844 544 1050 Registered Charity No. 1057894 Company Registered 3249582 |
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