Episode 75 – Wheelchair Modifications

02/09/2025 4 min
Episode 75 – Wheelchair Modifications

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A patient status post right transfemoral amputation is prescribed a standard wheelchair with recommendation for posterior rear wheel axle placement. What is the result of this positioning? 1. Decreased wheelchair rear stability2. Decreased wheelchair rolling resistance3. Decreased turning radius4. Decreased ease of performing wheeliesWatch the video version of this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/FfRviGBbeD4