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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HCPCS Code: K0005
Product Category: Ultralightweight wheelchair
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Full Description
Panthera S3 Swing is basically the same chair as S3, but with divided swing away foot rest. The locking mechanism for the foot rest is discrete and practical integrated inside the tube with a user friendly design. You can easily swing away one or both foot rest with your hands to, e.g, use your feet to maneuver the wheelchair and to make transfer to the wheelchair easy.
Panthera S3 Swing has a seat angle of 4 degrees, which opens up new possibilities to find a good sitting position, even for those who need to use their legs to move about with the wheelchair or for other reasons need to have a more flat seat angle.
The chassis’ seating angle, along with adjustable backrest and seat upholstery and the backrest tilt function combine to provide extremely good seating comfort.
The fabric used in the backrest upholstery has also been carefully selected for ergonomic and comfortable sitting.
The chair’s balance point can be adjusted to enable you to find a setting that offers a feeling of security. Accessories such as armrests and side guards have a unique design and you can adjust the height and fore-aft position of the armrests yourself without using tools.
The soft upper section of the side guards fold down when loaded such as when moving into or out of the wheelchair. You can place your hands on the side guards when you lift yourself up or down.
The attractively integrated anti-tip device can be folded in and out by yourself while you are seated in the wheelchair.
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