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people usually with leg disabilities for example those dealing with paralysis, loss of limbs, or weakness in the legs such as after giving birth.
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What is the standard height of a light switch for wheelchair users?
4'
What UK organisation helps one obtain cars suitable for wheelchair users?
The UK organisation which helps one obtain cars suitable for wheelchair users is Motability. They are headquartered near Southwark Bridge in central London.
How does an ibot wheelchair differ from an ordinary one?
An ibot wheelchair differs from an ordinary wheelchair because it allows users more flexibility with tasks like climbing down the stairs, standing upright, and better control.
Where do people use inclined planes?
the typical wheelchair accessible ramp is an inclined plane
What percent of people with disabilities are wheelchair users?
This question confuses me, i doubt that anyone would have an answer sorry questioner
Do most malls have stair lifts?
Multi-level malls have elevators to accommodate wheelchair users. This is a much safer, easier way for a wheelchair user to access the various levels in the mall.
What are the reasons why designers go astray?
they are not the typical users.
Are all wheelchair dogs incontinent?
No, although urinary and fecal incontinence is typical in dogs that are paralyzed in their hind limbs.
How much does an Electric Wheelchairs weigh?
Too much for two strong men to get up 3 steps. A lot.
What is the difference between advanced user and standard user?
Advanced users are the typical users with more technical knowledge. Standard users are the normal ones who uses computers to just get the task done.
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If one is disabled and forced to use a wheelchair, that person knows all the troubles of a wheelchair. A wheelchair is a life saver though. If wheelchairs were never invited, disabled people would be stuck at home with no mode of transportation. The wheelchair allows the disabled to move around freely. Moving around does pose its own problems. If one has ever been in a wheelchair or seen someone in a wheelchair, it is easy to imagine many difficulties the wheelchair user would experience. If a door frame was too narrow, it would be impossible for the user to get through. They would be stuck outside. Wheelchairs are also very difficult to maneuver on surfaces other than concrete or carpet. The wheels will get stuck in ruts in the grass and make it impossible to move. The wheels also will get full of grass and mud. The user will probably not have the strength to maneuver out of it. The greatest problem facing a wheelchair user is the stairs. Stairs are omnipresent in society today. Wherever one goes, stairs are seen and used. They are an easy way to get to another level. In a building setting, many buildings have elevators installed. With these elevators, wheelchair users have a way to change levels. If a building has stairs up to it though, the user has very few options. If it is an adult, it would likely be impossible to just pick up the wheelchair and person and carry them. A wonderful invention has been invented to solve this tricky conundrum, the wheelchair ramp. The wheelchair ramp is based on a very simple machine, the inclined plane. The inclined plane is a flat surface on an angle. After much protest from wheelchair users, places became required to include wheelchair ramps next to stairs. The wheelchair ramps are at a very slight angle, allowing the user to get up to the next level. They often have turns to help reach a higher level with a smaller angle of elevation. These wonderful inventions are celebrated by wheelchair users all over the world.
Who has Cruise and train tours with wheelchair access?
Ocean cruising is relatively easy for manual wheelchair users, all bar the smallest ships have acceptable facilities and helpful staff. You might need to negotiate accessible excursions, but it can be done (for example, in Juneau, Alaska, they have a wheelchair friendly coach and boat for a fantastic whale watching trip. Scenic have semi-accessible river cruise boats, but no guarantee of getting on/off at stops. Ama claim they will have one accessible cabin on one boat next year. Whilst some trains have wheelchair spaces, I've not yet found any train tour that is wheelchair friendly. Orient Express is particularly dismissive. It amazes me that it is still so hard for active wheelchair users to get a decent, normal, touring holiday, without spending a fortune or putting the whole thing together themselves. The companies involved seem to have no real intention of even trying to change it. Daft really, as young, fit, active wheelchair users are a growing market who tend to show huge loyalty to companies who do make an effort.
