Understanding the Vital Meaning of Wheelchair and Seating ...
Understanding the Vital Meaning of Wheelchair and Seating ...
Understanding the Vital Meaning of Wheelchair and Seating ...
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Building Sustainable<strong>Wheelchair</strong> & <strong>Seating</strong>Provision Systems Needs to bePrioritised<strong>Wheelchair</strong> provision “an overall term used for wheelchair design,production, supply <strong>and</strong> service delivery” (WHO, 2008, p.11)Appropriate wheelchair “a wheelchair that meets <strong>the</strong> users needs <strong>and</strong>environmental conditions; provides proper fit <strong>and</strong> postural support; is safe <strong>and</strong>durable; is available in <strong>the</strong> country <strong>and</strong> can be obtained <strong>and</strong> maintained <strong>and</strong>services sustained in <strong>the</strong> country at <strong>the</strong> most economical <strong>and</strong> affordableprice.” (WHO, 2008, p.11)It is a complex system!26/11/2012Dr Rosemary Joan GowranUniversity <strong>of</strong> Limerick
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