Good to Have Manual Wheelchair Skills

In this instructional video, you will learn the correct technique for moving across staircases on a wheelchair with assistance. The video clearly depicts the required positions and steps to assist a wheelchair user.

This instructional video provides advanced techniques for navigating outdoors on a wheelchair, along with essential safety precautions to observe. It showcases the bunny-hop technique for sideways movement; crossing roads independently; rolling over uneven terrain; rolling over smooth terrain for extended distances; and seamlessly rolling over potholes by a continuous wheelie in the forward direction.

Designed to empower wheelchair users with practical tips and demonstrations on how to efficiently pick up and reach objects in everyday situations. From small items to larger objects, gain insights into adaptive methods that enhance your ability to interact with your surroundings.

Assisting a wheelchair user involves understanding and respecting their preferences. Be it parking in designated spaces, to expertly loading wheelchairs into cars and auto rickshaws, learning what works best for the wheelchair user should be the primary goal of anyone who would like to assist; this video equips you with all the essential skills. Discover the significance of effective communication and safety precautions, ensuring the comfort and well-being of wheelchair users throughout their journey.

Toilet transfers can be tricky - join us as we explore the best techniques to help wheelchair users, where comfort and safety take centre stage. Caregivers will gain a deep understanding of the processes that prioritize the well-being of individuals, making this essential assistance as comfortable and respectful as possible.

A journey of careful car transfers: In this tutorial, caregivers and assistants come together as a team, conducting cautious transfers between a car and the wheelchair. Know more about the realm of coordinated caregiving, where techniques are crafted not just to assist but to ensure the utmost comfort, safety, and dignity of those needing assistance.

In this video, caregivers become the architects of safety and comfort during transfers. It highlights meticulous steps such as covering sharp edges and auto-rickshaw stabilization before transferring the wheelchair user. The result? Every movement into and out of an auto-rickshaw is executed with optimal care and support.

Mastering Assisted and Independent-Toilet-Transfer Techniques! Explore with us the complete guide that unlocks the secrets to seamless toilet transfers. Know about the need of transfer boards, learn about hand placement and the power of strategic foot positioning, thus, ensuring each transfer is a smooth process.

Individuals with different levels of balance and hand grip can regain their independence by mastering the techniques of careful foot and hand placement, as shown in the video, even as the assistant takes care of the transfer board and ensures that you are well supported.

If you are an individual requiring partial assistance, you can easily transfer to an auto-rickshaw by mastering the tactics of stabilizing the auto, activating the wheel locks, and utilizing transfer boards for enhanced comfort and security during transfers.

For this skill, a fair hand grip and good balance are needed and once you have both, you have to ensure a few essentials, such as a proper wheelchair lock and using a transfer board when needed. 

Whether you have good hand function or partial hand mobility, transferring to a car from a wheelchair and vice versa requires learning a few techniques, such as proper positioning of hands and feet and using your leading foot wisely. Let’s make getting into a car an independent and joyful experience.

To execute such a transfer independently, you will need a good hand grip and proper balance. Remember to follow the instructions given in the video and achieve proper foot and hand placement so that injuries can be avoided.

Learn the essential tactics for guiding an assistant to effectively help you move up and down steep slopes, navigate potholes, and ensure a smooth journey by maintaining the right speed. Elevate your skills and enhance your outdoor experience.

Explore the art of rolling outdoors independently or with a little help. We'll guide you through navigating obstacles, managing uneven terrains, and maintaining stability while ensuring a supportive assistant is nearby to prevent falls and injuries.

Discover how to make your wheelchair handle bumps and rough terrain better, and we'll share tips on rolling backward and forward on different surfaces. Plus, we'll show you how to navigate potholes safely. So keep watching to ensure your outdoor adventures are smooth and worry-free.

It's suitable for all, whether you prefer rolling over a kerb independently or with assistance. We'll start with the fundamentals and provide detailed guidance, ensuring that you understand the process thoroughly and can confidently tackle kerbs in various situations. However, remember to have an assistant nearby at all times to prevent falls.