Power-Assist from a Proactive Perspective

Episode 3 • August 02, 2019 • 00:22:10
Power-Assist from a Proactive Perspective
Mobility Management Podcast
Power-Assist from a Proactive Perspective

Aug 02 2019 | 00:22:10

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Show Notes

Power-assist systems that support self-propulsion among manual wheelchair users isn't a new technology. But what is new is applying this technology proactively, rather than as a response to injury or chronic fatigue. Permobil's Curtis Merring, OTR, MOT, explains why power-assist should be considered for more wheelchair users, and the advantages of using this technology early in a wheelchair user's life.

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