Wheelchair Equipment » Wheelchair Accessories http://www.wheelchair-equipment.com Wheelchair and equipment guide. Fri, 01 May 2009 03:13:23 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Wheelchair Gloves http://www.wheelchair-equipment.com/wheelchair-gloves/ http://www.wheelchair-equipment.com/wheelchair-gloves/#comments Sat, 20 Dec 2008 01:52:36 +0000 J Wilson http://www.wheelchair-equipment.com/?p=139 Wheelchair gloves are needed for those who use a manual wheelchair. Using a manual wheelchair can be hard on the hands. They are exposed to many different types of elements and are subject to constant friction that is generated when they push the wheelchair, stop or turn. This leaves them vulnerable to pain and irritation from constant use and exposure.

Many wheelchair users over time develop blisters and suffer lacerations, abrasions and have rough calluses on their hands.  The use of wheelchair gloves helps to alleviate and prevent many of these problems for active wheelchair users.

Another problem that many wheelchair users should be aware of is carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel syndrome can be caused from repetitive use of the hand and wrist in pushing the wheelchair. This can cause numbness and pain.

The constant stress and strain on the hands can be minimized somewhat by wearing wheelchair gloves. Wheelchair gloves should be padded, durable and specifically designed to meet the needs of those using manual wheelchairs.

Wheelchair gloves can provide relief and:

  • Help protect wheelchair users hands from skin damage that is caused from propelling and stopping the wheelchair.
  • Provide needed protection from injuries caused by vibrations and impact.
  • Give improved stopping and greater maneuverability.
  • Provide comfort and warmth in cold or wet conditions.
]]> http://www.wheelchair-equipment.com/wheelchair-gloves/feed/ 0 Synergy Simplicity Cushion http://www.wheelchair-equipment.com/synergy-simplicity-cushion/ http://www.wheelchair-equipment.com/synergy-simplicity-cushion/#comments Sun, 23 Nov 2008 02:18:36 +0000 J Wilson http://www.wheelchair-equipment.com/?p=75 The Synergy Simplicity Cushion offers tremendous comfort, plus the health benefits of moderate pressure management and positioning. These benefits are available in a total of 20 Simplicity Cushion sizes. That many choices means that one is sure to be right for your individual needs.

Simplicity cushion features include:

• High density polyurethane foam construction
• Exclusive Wrap-and-Lift design for pressure management
• Coccyx and sacral relief
• Four-way stretch fluid-resistant upper cover
• Non-slip base

Use the Synergy Simplicity cushion for tremendous comfort and moderate pressure management.

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This cover is easy to clean, anti-microbial and moisture vapor permeable. It is always a good idea to have an extra cover on hand to serve as a back-up.

It is available in sizes to fit all standard size ROHO DRY FLOATATION seat cushions.

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