How do you open and close a wheelchair?
Stand in front of the wheelchair and grab the seat of the chair with one hand in the front and one hand in the back. Slowly lift up on the seat. The seat should fold in half and the wheels should move closer together.
Do all wheelchairs fold up?
All manual wheelchairs and transport wheelchairs fold down for easy transport – the vast majority fold the same way!*
What are the benefits of a rigid wheelchair frame?
Rigid frame wheelchairs have less moving parts (eg. folding cross bars, removable side guards, flip up footrests) which results in less maintenance and breakages. Because they are welded into a rigid frame they are stronger and hold up to the rigors of travel, knocks, and bumps much better.
How to close or fold the wheelchair?
To close or fold the wheelchair: 1 Make sure the brakes are applied to the wheelchair. 2 Stand in front of the wheelchair and grab the seat of the chair with one hand in the front and one hand in the back. 3 Slowly lift up on the seat. 4 Fully raise the seat in the middle, and the wheelchair should be folded up and ready to transport or store.
What is a wheelchair?
Wheelchairs are chairs with wheels designed to serve users that are unable to, or have difficulty with, walking due to injury, illness, or disability.
How can my physical therapist help me open and close my wheelchair?
Your physical therapist is an excellent resource to contact if you need help opening and closing your wheelchair or transfer chair. A wheelchair is a device used by people who are unable to walk due to injury or illness.
How to use a wheelchair properly?
The sides and wheels of the wheelchair should slide away from one another. Push all the way down until the seat is fully opened. Your wheelchair is now ready for use. Be sure the brakes are locked before attempting to sit in your wheelchair.