Name
Go further - power up your manual wheelchair!
Date & Time
Thursday, May 15, 2025, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Prithy Sivaraman
Description

Manual wheelchairs even when configured optimally still require physical propulsion. Adding power can reduce impact on shoulders, maximise mobility or be used by a carer to reduce exertion. A power assist device can offer the flexibility to continue to use a manual wheelchair and travel in a standard vehicle. Come along to learn which clinical presentations indicate a power assist device may be beneficial and explore the designs available including push, pull and wheel add-ons. In this session we’ll go through the clinical reasoning and considerations for each to help determine the best solution for each individual.

Location Name
Room 1
Full Address
Claremont Showground
1 Graylands Rd
Claremont WA 6010
Australia