Wheelchair ergonomics: Implications for vocational participation
Titel:
Wheelchair ergonomics: Implications for vocational participation
Auteur:
Arthanat, Sajay Strobel, Wendy
Verschenen in:
Journal of vocational rehabilitation
Paginering:
Jaargang 24 (2006) nr. 2 pagina's 97-109
Jaar:
2006-03-14
Inhoud:
Technological advancements and research in wheeled mobility devices continue along many paths. For people with mobility impairments, use of wheelchairs is imperative to vocational functioning and wellbeing. At the same time, a high prevalence of secondary complications attributed to long-term wheelchair usage is clearly indicated in literature. This article reviews research in wheelchair seating, propulsion, and transportation as three domains of wheeled mobility that embody wheelchair ergonomics in work settings. In doing so, some important biomechanical and ergonomic guidelines are drawn from research findings. The information is expected to provide useful directions to people using wheelchairs, co-workers, clinicians, and technology developers in addressing ergonomic issues with wheeled mobility.
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