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Warnings: Falls and Tips
This section contains essential information to prevent the risk of falling and/or
tipping. It is important to observe all the precautions and follow the instructions
listed. We strongly recommend that you always fasten your pelvic positioning belt
for added protection.
Changing clothes
When getting dressed, make sure that the front caster wheels are pointing forward
and that the wheel locks are engaged. If the wheelchair is not equipped with anti-tips,
place the back of your wheelchair against a wall.
Grabbing an item, bending over, or leaning
Be aware that the center of balance of your wheelchair will be affected when you
shift your body position. Bending or leaning over to grab an item modifies your
wheelchair’s center of balance and decreases stability.
Certain precautions must be taken to proceed securely.
• Place your wheelchair parallel and as near as possible to the desired item, with the
front caster wheels pointed forward. To correctly position the wheelchair, move
your wheelchair forward, slightly beyond the item you want to obtain than move
your wheelchair backwards along the item, the front caster wheels will point
forward and the distance between you and the item will be reduced. Never block
the propulsion wheels, doing so will create a tipping point and increase the risk of
tipping over and/or falling.
• Make sure you are seated as far back as possible on your seat, with your back
leaning into the backrest.
• Reach your arm out to the side to grasp the item with one hand, while keeping the
opposite hand on the handrim or armrest.
• Ask for help if the item is out of reach or use a reaching aid.
WARNING
Never attempt to grab an item that is out of reach, if you must lift yourself
up, move forward on your seat, bend or lean sideways, forwards, or
backwards, you will modify the center of balance of your wheelchair and
increase the risk of tipping over and/or falling, which may lead to serious
injury to yourself or damage the wheelchair.
