Full Description
The Drive Medical Pollywog Wheelchair is an ergonomic chair that is a unique combination of a self-propelled standard wheelchair as well as a transport chair. The wheelchair is equipped with four eight in wheels with two in the front and two in the rear that facilitates easy maneuverability over all kinds of surfaces. The chair also has two large rear wheels that can be used by users to propel themselves forward as they would in a standard wheelchair. The chair has a quick release feature to easily remove the large rear wheels and turn it into a transport chair whenever required.
The Pollywog Wheelchair Transport Chair has a lightweight aluminum frame that makes it incredibly easy to carry around. However, the frame is incredibly strong and durable and can be used for years without any issues. A back release folds down the backrest making the wheelchair compact easy to store and transport. For added convenience, the wheelchair features swing away footrests that can make patient transfers a lot more convenient. For durability, the footplates of the footrests are composite and hence strong and crack-proof. The heel loops ensure comfortable positioning of the feet.
The wheelchair is equipped with two sets of brakes with one set for the transport chair and the other for the wheelchair. The nylon upholstery of the Drive Medical Pollywog Chair makes it easy to clean and maintain for extended use. The chair has a weight capacity of two hundred and fifty pounds or one hundred and fifteen kilograms.
Product Features and Benefits:
- Includes eight inch casters
- Anti tipper and swing away footrests
- Nylon upholstery with aluminum frame
- Back folds for easy of transport or storage
- Use as self propelled wheelchair or transport chair
- Quick release twenty four inch wheels can be removed
- Dual wheel locks for both transport chair or wheelchair use
Cognitive Abilities
For safe independent use, users must understand cause + effect (action = result). Independent use requires directional understanding (i.e. moving the wheels in one direction results in matching chair movement), problem solving (i.e. combine + time movements to get from A to B), and judgment (ability to learn that if something is unsafe they should not do it).
Functional Abilities
Users must have sufficient vision, trunk control and enough upper extremity grip, strength and stamina to steer and/or propel the chair. For foot propulsion, users must also have functional use of at least one lower extremity. Their adjustable foot and armrests and seat position make them appropriate for users requiring minimal positioning. This chair may not be appropriate for those with visual deficits, uncontrolled seizures, bilateral upper extremity weakness and those with poor trunk control.
Environment
Standard wheelchairs can be used both indoors and outdoors. They perform best on firm, flat surfaces such as pavement, groomed footpaths, cycle paths and in and around home. While it can be used outdoors, they not intended to be used on rough terrain, slopes, loose gravel, or sand. Their relatively small turn radius makes them appropriate for indoor use where space is limited.
Activities
Their maneuverability and small turn radius make standard wheelchairs ideal for use in tight spaces (stores, elevators, public washrooms, public transit etc.). While they can be used outdoors, they are best for activities done on flat level surfaces like urban sightseeing or sidewalk commuting.
Please speak with your healthcare provider and schedule an in-person consultation before purchasing this product, to evaluate whether it is truly the best option for you.
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HCPC Code: K0004
Product Category: High strength ltwt whlchr
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